Oliver Torres (he/they) is a passionate advocate and strategist. As a contractor with Sanctuary of the South, Oliver leads the organization’s communications strategy, volunteer coordination, and supports internal structuring. Before joining Sanctuary of the South, Oliver spent nearly five years at the Southern Poverty Law Center, where they helped lead immigrant rights advocacy grounded in the voices and needs of directly impacted communities at the intersection of legal advocacy, community organizing, and policy. Oliver’s commitment to immigrant communities began with their work in education, supporting children and families navigating the school system. They studied Education Policy at Brown University as a Gates Millennium Scholar, with a focus on centering historically excluded communities in policy design. They later brought this perspective to the political arena, serving as a Regional Voter Protection Director for the Harris Campaign in Florida. Oliver recently completed a Social Impact MBA from the Heller School at Brandeis University as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholar, where they honed their skills in managing mission-driven organizations, strategic planning, and human-centered leadership. When not working, Oliver spends time with his adorable kitten and dog, traveling to new places and visiting friends, or enjoying live music in their cherished native hometown, Miami, FL.