Bio
Alejandra Aguilar is an engagement associate with the ACLU of Texas, based in Dallas. She brings a background in community engagement, advocacy, family outreach, and grassroots organizing.
Alejandra earned her bachelor’s degree from Lafayette College, where she studied International Affairs with a focus on Human Rights and Social Justice, as well as Women, Gender, & Sexualities Studies. During college, she became deeply involved in reproductive rights advocacy and served as President of Planned Parenthood Generation Action Lafayette, where she gained experience in community organizing, volunteer mobilization, canvassing, and grassroots advocacy.
Before joining the ACLU of Texas, Alejandra worked in education and community engagement, supporting families and building partnerships to connect communities with resources and opportunities. She is passionate about bringing people together, listening to community needs, and creating meaningful pathways for people to participate in advocacy and civic engagement.
Alejandra is excited to continue building community power and working alongside Texans to protect and expand civil rights and liberties for all.