Kevin Patterson (they, them, theirs) was born and raised in Colorado. Early on in they’re life, they were engaged in local politics. After Kevin completed their high school education at the Denver School of the Arts, they went on to receive two Bachelor’s degrees in Ethnic Studies and Political Science at the University of Colorado Boulder.
As a student, Kevin was a part of various student groups and coalitions such as United Mexican American Students y Movimiento Estudiantil Chicanx de Aztlán de CU Boulder, Queer, and Trans* People of Color, Black Student Alliance, Student Outreach Center for Equity, and forming the Pulse (Student Government). Their involvement in these efforts to lead a deep commitment to the pursuit of social justice for marginalized communities. After graduating they interned with The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations Union Summer working with K-12 teacher to fight for healthcare in their school districts. After their internship, Kevin continued to work with the American Federation of Teachers at the Temple University, Cayuga Community College, and Community College of Allegheny County unionizing campaigns. After their stint on the east coast, Kevin returned to Colorado to build power. Kevin since returning oversaw the Aurora City Council Elections of 2017 and 2018 election field programs where Colorado People’s Action (CPA).
“I look forward to engaging with this awesome cohort to reimagine what we can collectively accomplish in Colorado together by beginning the process deepening a collective commitment to transformative leadership form the awesome organizing this cohort represents!“