4.8 Raising Our Voices: Building Change from the Ground Up with City Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez

Send in a question or feedback! In this episode of Life Curious Women, host Ashley Nadine Lopez sits down with Jennifer Gutierrez, a dynamic organizer-turned-Council Member representing Williamsburg, Bushwick, and Ridgewood in NYC. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey, starting as a community organizer and navigating her way to public office—all while balancing the challenges of pregnancy and new motherhood. She initially hesitated to run for office due to concerns about her family and the challenges of campaigning. However, with the support of her husband and community, she decided to take the leap and successfully ran for council member. In this conversation, Jennifer Gutierrez, a member of the New York City Council, discusses the challenges and experiences she has faced as a woman in politics. She shares instances of gender bias and microaggressions she has encountered, highlighting the need for more awareness and education around these issues. Jennifer also discusses her goals and priorities as a council member, including advocating for universal childcare, universal broadband access, and housing justice. She encourages individuals to get involved in their local communities by knowing their representatives, finding organizations that align with their interests, and attending community board meetings.Listen as Jennifer reflects on: How her upbringing in an immigrant family fueled her advocacy. The transition from organizing to becoming a decision-maker. Why it’s essential for women—especially women of color—to hold positions of power.Whether you’re curious about local politics, community organizing, or juggling ambition with motherhood, this conversation will leave you inspired to make a difference in your own community.Key Takeaways: The power of grassroots organizing in driving systemic change. The need for more women, particularly women of color, in leadership positions. Balancing personal milestones with professional responsibilities.Find out more about City Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez Follow Jennifer Gutierrez @CMJenGutierrez--------------------------🌐 Connect with Us: LCW Instagram: ⁠⁠@LifeCuriousWomen⁠⁠⁠⁠ LCW Tik Tok: ⁠⁠@LifeCuriousWomen⁠⁠ Ashley Nadine Lopez Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AshleyNadineLopez⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ashley Nadine Lopez Tik Tok: ⁠⁠@AshleyNadineLopez⁠⁠ Sign up for ⁠⁠our newsletter.⁠⁠🎧 Subscribe and Stay Curious! Don't miss out on future episodes filled with inspiring stories and practical insights. Subscribe to the Life Curious Women podcast on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠🔗 Links Support the pod by ⁠⁠⁠⁠buying us a coffee!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠To Be Magnetic⁠⁠⁠Use code "LIFE" for 15% off monthly or yearly membership ⁠20 % off Premium Female Sexual WelSupport the show