Daisy Angeles, MA

Daisy Angeles is a bilingual communications professional, parent advocate, and community organizer with extensive experience in community outreach, education, and nonprofit leadership. Born and raised in California, Daisy chose Memphis as her home to build her family and invest in a community that aligns with her values. 

With over a decade of experience in higher education and K-12 education, including her roles at the University of Memphis, Freedom Prep Charter Schools, and Memphis-Shelby County Schools, Daisy has developed expertise in creating communication strategies, managing social media, and fostering relationships with diverse communities. She has also served as a Social Media & Marketing Specialist at Girls Inc. of Memphis, where she works to empower young girls and advocate for the organization's mission of inspiring them to be strong, smart, and bold. Daisy is especially passionate about advocating for underrepresented groups, including Latinx students and families, to ensure educational equity.

Daisy's work with organizations such as Votes for All, Shelby County Voter Alliance, and Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope (MICAH) reflects her deep commitment to empowering marginalized voices. As a parent advocate, Daisy draws from her personal experiences supporting her son with autism and her stepchild, an English language learner, which fuels her drive for equitable opportunities for all children. Memphis is not just where Daisy resides; it is her home, her heart, and the place she is committed to nurturing for her children's future and the community she loves.

Daisy holds a Master of Arts in Sociology and a Graduate Certificate in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Memphis. Her passion for empowering communities, advocating for educational equity, and bridging language gaps has shaped her professional journey. Drawn to St. Jude's global mission of improving the lives of children and families, Daisy is eager to contribute her skills to a team that values compassion, equity, and service. She looks forward to leveraging her community organizing expertise on a global scale to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families worldwide.