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Victoria Young


MURP Student

Urban Studies & Planning - Urban & Public Affairs

Pronouns: They/she

Anticipated Graduate Year: 2023

Past Relevant Work: While at Georgia State, I worked in the Gender and Sexuality Special Collection & Archives. I also volunteered and participated with organizations concerning racial justice and equity, LGBTQ+ matters, reproductive justice, and decolonization. In Portland, I worked at Unite Oregon and the Southwest Equity Coalition, assisting their mission to ensure equitable development in Southwest Portland. Summer ‘22, I worked for Portland Parks and Recreation’s Free Lunch and Play program.

What Excites You About Planning: What excites me about planning is creating and visualizing equitable urban futures and community resilience.

Dream of Portland in 2050: My dream for the Portland metro in 2050 for it to become more sustainable, equitable, and resilient.

Education
  • Georgia State University- B.A in Anthropology, minor in Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies (2021)