Free Speech For People is excited to welcome Jackie (Jax) Foley and Jocelyn Medearis-Viera to the staff as our new Campaign Organizers!

Jackie (Jax) Foley (they/them) is the Campaign Organizer for Free Speech For People. They previously served as Communications Strategy Specialist at Amnesty International USA, amplifying strategic campaigns. Jackie’s activism is rooted in the fight for racial and gender justice. They hold an MSc in Development Studies; Labor, Activism & Social Movements from SOAS University of London, with a focus on Black-Palestinian transnational solidarity and a BA in International Relations from San Francisco State University. Jackie’s work emphasizes intersectionality, bridging global social justice movements beyond borders.

“I’m thrilled to join Free Speech For People as Campaign Organizer, to advance the bold and unapologetic efforts to challenge big money in politics, confront systems of corruption and fascism that threaten our democracy—all while centering racial and gender justice in the fight against white supremacy,” said Jackie (Jax) Foley.

Jocelyn Medearis-Viera (she/her/ella) is the Campaign Organizer for Free Speech For People. Jocelyn began her organizing career with Mi Familia Vota in Texas and later served as a Senior Field Director for Working America, AFL-CIO. She has over a decade of experience in activism, union organizing, and directing electoral campaigns. Jocelyn graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Houston–Downtown where she received her Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a double minor in International Politics and History. Her organizing work has been featured in the Washington Post and the Houston Chronicle.

“It is an honor to join the Free Speech For People team in a time where bold reforms are imperative to restoring and protecting our democracy, “ said Jocelyn Medearis-Viera.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Jax and Jocelyn to the team. Their passion for strengthening our democracy and commitment to our mission will help us drive impactful campaigns that empower communities and protect democratic values. We look forward to them bringing their extensive experience and talent to our work,” says Alexandra Flores-Quilty, Campaign Director of Free Speech For People.