About FreeFrom

FreeFrom is a national organization founded in 2016 and based in Los Angeles, whose mission is to dismantle the nexus between gender-based violence and financial insecurity. FreeFrom believes in the creativity, resourcefulness, and power that each survivor has to achieve financial independence and to build communities that support individual, intergenerational, and collective healing. We also believe that gender-based violence is a systemic problem in our society which we are severely lacking the infrastructure to address. FreeFrom’s work is to create that infrastructure, by:

• growing the capacity of the anti-violence movement;
• supporting survivors with emergency cash grants and our Savings Matching Program;
• building tech resources for survivors;
• creating peer networks that facilitate survivors’ collective power building;
• changing existing laws and advocating for the passage of new, survivor-centered laws at the state and federal level;
• expanding the data and research that exists to support the field;
• and bringing in employers, banks, and other institutions as part of the ecosystem working to support survivors’ financial security and safety.

Visit our website to learn more about FreeFrom – www.freefrom.org

FreeFrom’s Work Culture:

The FreeFrom team is made up of queer, trans, im/migrant, and BIPOC survivors. We envision a world in which all survivors are able to build the wealth and financial security necessary to support their individual, intergenerational, and community healing—enabling them to thrive.

At FreeFrom, we are already modeling the types of comprehensive support we are setting out to achieve through this work. We are committed to the financial security of survivors by paying all staff living-wage salaries, providing flexible work schedules, offering a building wealth stipend, unlimited menstrual leave and other benefits, designing survivor-informed practices, and actively engaging staff in the development of new policies and best practices. Starting from within, we are building an ecosystem of support rooted in respect for the wisdom of survivors who always know best what we need and how to innovate solutions to meet those needs. 

FreeFrom is also a team of nimble innovators. We intentionally cultivate a spirit of creativity and experimentation in our work, understanding that we must be willing to try new approaches and apply new frameworks in order to solve a systemic problem like gender-based violence. 

Benefits include: 

• 100% covered health, vision and dental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 4-day work week
• Childcare support 
• Gender-based violence paid and protected leave
• Unlimited paid vacation + 8 weeks office closures annually 
• Unlimited menstrual leave
• 401k with a 5% employer match
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Building wealth stipend
• Personal and professional growth stipend
• Technology stipend
• Vacation stipend
• Additional optional benefits including legal, accident and pet insurance

Location: Remote (must be based in and authorized to work in the U.S.)

Employment Type: Exempt, full-time position

Salary: $90k Annually

Position Reports To: State Policy and Advocacy Manager

Direct Reports: [None]

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and we will close the posting as soon as we have enough applicants. We recommend applying as early as possible, since the posting can close sooner than expected.

Start Date: October 15th, 2026

About the position 

FreeFrom is looking for a State Policy and Advocacy Specialist to take our systems change and strategy work to the next level. An ideal applicant is a passionate policy advocate with experience working at the local, state, or federal level, who is ready to reimagine how state and local governments can and should support survivors of gender-based violence. The State Policy and Advocacy Specialist should be a strategic and creative thinker, able to identify new and innovative approaches to build the momentum necessary to create lasting support for survivors. The State Policy and Advocacy Specialist should enjoy building relationships and working with decision-makers and other advocates. The State Policy and Advocacy Specialist should also thrive in a fast-paced and nimble environment, and be ready and willing to iterate approaches where needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support State Policy and Advocacy Strategy
• • In collaboration with the State Policy and Advocacy Manager, co-design and implement a policy and advocacy strategy responsive to the priorities and needs identified by survivors of gender-based violence, focusing on long-term financial security.
  • Analyze relevant state legislation, policies, and regulations that impact survivor financial security identified and recommended by the Policy Research Specialist, and recommend advocacy opportunities to the State Policy and Advocacy Manager.
  • Identify, research, and monitor municipal and local legislative and administrative activity across states aligned with policy categories.
  • Track legislative calendars and developments, and maintain organized, up-to-date records of policy activity across local and state governments.
  • In collaboration with the State Policy and Advocacy Manager, co-design the development of resources and materials to advance a state policy strategy.
  • Engage survivors as part of FreeFrom’s broader systems change strategy.
  • Conduct outreach and coordinate with policy partners, coalitions, and stakeholders to maintain existing relationships and build new relationships.
  • Conduct research and contribute to drafting legislative and regulatory language, as well as policy summaries and briefs, by analyzing developments in policy and assessing effectiveness.
  • Distill complex policy information into accessible content for general audiences, including social media and other communications.
  • Evaluate policy developments and identify emerging best practices in survivor-supportive policy.
  • In alignment with FreeFrom’s state advocacy strategy and in coordination with the State Policy and Advocacy Manager, develop advocacy proposals that advance identified policy priorities.

• Support Partner Engagement and External Communications
• • In coordination with the State Policy and Advocacy Manager, engage in relationship management with policy partners, coalitions, and stakeholders by fielding requests for support, participating in coalition meetings, and providing updates on relevant FreeFrom activities.
  • Prepare materials for external meetings, presentations, events, and other organizational outputs, as needed.
  • Identify opportunities for collaboration that align with FreeFrom’s mission and policy priorities, and recommend strategies for engagement.
  • Support external communications efforts that advance policy goals and increase visibility of FreeFrom’s work.
• Support Systems Change Strategy Through Cross-Team Collaboration

• • Support implementation of impact and evaluation efforts for systems change projects and programs, including by tracking metrics.
  • Contribute to report development, including research, drafting, and editing support.
  • Assist in coordinating project timelines and deliverables across teams.
  • Support broader systems change goals and initiatives as needed.

• Support Internal Coordination and Communication
• • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project execution, communications, and strategy alignment.
  • Assist in coordinating marketing and outreach efforts, including social media campaigns and webinars.
  • Provide regular updates to the State Policy and Advocacy Manager and leadership.
  • Support fundraising efforts through timely contributions of insights, data, and project materials.

• Engage in Continued Learning and Field Awareness
• • Continuously learn from developments by monitoring legislative, regulatory, and field trends impacting survivor financial security.
  • Continuously build knowledge of policy approaches across states and at the national level.
  • Learn from survivor leaders, partners, and emerging best practices to strengthen policy analysis and tool development.
  • Contribute to team learning on how to leverage existing policies and systems to advance FreeFrom’s strategy.

Required Skills and Experience 

• Required: 2 years in policy advocacy and / or strategy at the local or state-level, or a JD, MPP, or MPA. 
• Ability to research, read, analyze, and critique policy language; including laws, policies, regulations, administrative rules, etc.
• Ability to independently manage assigned work and adapt as policy developments and organizational priorities change 
• Ability to make policy information accessible to broad audiences and translate technical policy into plain language 
• Significant experience utilizing oral and written communication skills, including interpersonal, persuasive, and communicating complex policies in an accessible manner
• Strong critical thinking and planning skills, with demonstrated ability to develop and improve advocacy approaches 
• Self-directed and excited to work in a nimble, innovative environment
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships across different perspectives, roles, and working styles 
• Excellent organizational skills, with high accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to respond to time-sensitive matters, reprioritize work, and adapt approaches as policy developments and organizational priorities change 
• Commitment to FreeFrom’s mission, innovation, and survivor-centered advocacy
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders, with or without reasonable accommodation 
• Ability to write policy briefs, advocacy materials, and correspondence with important partners, such as elected officials

Working Conditions

This is a remote role with a flexible schedule designed to support diverse working styles and life circumstances. Remote work environments vary, and occasional distractions are normal. The expectation is to manage time effectively in ways that honor both personal needs and shared responsibilities, meet agreed-upon deadlines, maintain open communication, and collaborate with care and clarity.

We have a four-day work week, and occasional hours beyond a typical workday or workweek may be needed depending on organizational priorities. As much as possible, advance notice of these needs will be communicated early and often. Some travel may be requested for policy and advocacy needs, team retreats or in-person gatherings, with consideration for individual needs and preferences.

This role is primarily computer-based and involves extended periods of working on a computer, including using a keyboard and mouse and viewing a screen. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support employees in performing the essential functions of their role, in alignment with organizational capacity and applicable laws.

Equity and Advancement Notes

This position is expected to uphold and actively advance FreeFrom’s commitment to equity, collective care, accessibility, and people-centered, trauma-informed leadership in all aspects of their work, both internally and externally.

Internal Revision

This role will be evaluated at least annually and may evolve or be revised based on organizational needs.

How to Apply

Please complete your application and upload all required materials. Incomplete applications or applications submitted outside of this process will not be considered.

As part of your application, you will be asked to upload:

• Your resume
• A descriptive cover letter

In your cover letter, tell us how your experience and qualifications make you a strong fit for this role, and share what draws you to FreeFrom's mission of ending gender-based violence by tackling its financial roots, so survivors can build lasting safety and economic security.

Timeline Details

• Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and we will close the posting as soon as we have enough applicants. We recommend applying as early as possible, since the posting can close sooner than expected.
• Interviews will be scheduled starting September 8th, 2026
• This position will remain open until filled. We are looking to fill the position by mid October.

The Interview Process

1. Application review
2. Phone Interview with the State Policy and Advocacy Manager (20-30 minutes) 
3. Interview with Panel #1 (60 minutes - Zoom) 
4. Interview with Panel #2 (60 minutes - Zoom)
5. One-on-One Assessment with Hiring Manager (20-30 minutes) 
6. Reference Check

FreeFrom is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people whose lived experiences are reflected in our work, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, survivors, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and those who have experienced systemic oppression or gender-based violence.