Policy & Public Affairs Associate
Democracy Forward
About this role
A Policy and Public Affairs Associate at Democracy Forward supports policy goals, manages projects, and provides communications and organizational support. The role involves media monitoring, content creation, research, and project management across multiple team verticals.
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About Democracy Forward
democracyforward.orgDemocracy Forward is a public-interest legal organization that uses the law to build collective power and advance a bold, vibrant democracy for all people. The group brings high‑impact lawsuits and legal challenges to fight abuses of power and efforts that undermine government accountability and fairness. They combine strategic litigation, public education, and coalition-building to defend a government that works for people who need it most. Democracy Forward positions itself as a nonprofit that goes to court for democracy and civic rights.
Recent company news
Democracy ForwardChallenging the Unlawful Deployment of National Guard from South Carolina to D.C.
21 hours ago
Democracy ForwardStatement by Democracy Forward President and CEO Skye Perryman on Judicial Order Forcing Trump-Vance Administration to Release Full SNAP Benefits
Nov 6, 2025
Democracy ForwardBroad Swaths Of Civil Society From Across The Country Weigh In To Defend Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
Jun 26, 2025
Law.comFormer DOJ, Big Law Appellate Attorneys Join Anti-Trump Group Democracy Forward
Jul 1, 2025
Democracy ForwardSTATEMENTS: Cities, Workers, Civil Society Organizations Sue Trump-Vance Administration for Weaponizing Public Service Loan Forgiveness to Silence Critics and Stifle Dissent
Nov 3, 2025
About Democracy Forward
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$72k
per year