As Government Affairs Director, Emmalynn leads CDSA’s public policy and strategic engagement efforts to ensure that the needs of California’s disability services sector are effectively represented. She cultivates and maintains key relationships with government officials, legislators, and partner organizations to advance CDSA’s policy goals and uplift the voices of our members. With a background as a policy consultant for the California State Assembly and as an advocate for the direct support workforce, Emmalynn brings extensive expertise in shaping and implementing policies that directly impact the services provided by CDSA members and the individuals they support. When not at work, Emmalynn can be found in her art studio or floating on a lake somewhere without cell service.