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Social Worker
Elia Martin, a Denver, Colorado native, boasts an impressive professional trajectory rooted in her early years in Denver’s Parkhill neighborhood. An alumna of East High School within the Denver Public School system, she graduated in 2009. Elia's academic pursuits led her to the University of Northern Colorado, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services in 2013.
Upon graduation, Elia embarked on a career within the Denver Public School system, initially serving as an AmeriCorps member before ascending to the role of School-Based Regional Coordinator in the Department of Family and Community Engagement. In this capacity, she contributed significantly across various schools in the district. Culminating her six-year tenure in public education, Elia last served as a Regional Coordinator for Career Exploration and Mentorship in the Department of Career Connect. Here, she managed a pivotal program focusing on mentoring and career exploration for students at Manual High School and CEC Early College.
Further advancing her expertise, Elia obtained a Master of Social Work from Western New Mexico University in 2021. This led her to pivot towards macro-level social work. She currently holds a pivotal position as a Grant Manager with the Department of Local Affairs, overseeing the Emergency Solutions Grant. This role entails managing significant funding allocations to nonprofits and local governments across Colorado, aimed at addressing homelessness. Additionally, Elia contributes her expertise as a newly elected board member of the Metro Denver Homeless Initiatives.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Elia is passionate about fitness and leads group exercise classes in her leisure time. She also hosts the 'Mommyana Podcast', a platform dedicated to discussions on motherhood, particularly focusing on creating a communal and safe space for Black mothers.
Elia Martin's journey reflects a deep commitment to public service, education, and community engagement, exemplifying a dedication to social betterment and personal development.
