Mercy Ogutu
Mercy Ogutu is a dedicated public service professional with a diverse background in event planning, research coordination, and stakeholder engagement, committed to fostering community wellbeing and enhancing policy impact.
From the White House, to the House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate, and the U.S. Department of State, Mercy has worked with civic associations, elected officials, and non-profits to coordinate community-wide events and ensure strategic communication on political change across Washington, DC and Maryland.
With a solid foundation in legislative processes gained from working on Capitol Hill in various congressional offices and working on local and statewide campaigns, Mercy brings valuable insights into public policy and community needs. Currently pursuing a Master's in Public Administration with a Public Policy Management concentration, she is eager to leverage her skills and experiences to contribute to impactful initiatives and lead positive change in Washington, D.C.
Background
Born in Kenya and raised in Atlanta, Ga, Mercy is happy to represent her Luo and Luyha indigenous culture and community. Mercy proudly represents her heritage and recognize the sacrifices her ancestors made.
As an immigrant and with a background of growing up in a overlooked minority community in Atlanta, Ga, Mercy has worked hard to advocate and expand more change towards immigration rights, educational and college resources, voting rights, affordable healthcare, and mental health awareness in underserved communities in Georgia, Maryland, and also in Washington, DC.
Education
Mercy is pursuing her Master's of Arts in Public Administration, with a Public Policy Management concentration.
Mercy graduated Cum Laude for her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs, with an Africana Studies Minor from Trinity Washington University in Washington, DC and graduated with Dean's list honors for her Associate's Degree of Applied Science in Network Systems Administration from DeVry University in Decatur, Georgia.
