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David Sengthay
Master of Arts Student in Public Policy, admitted Spring 2024
FLI Student Coordinator, First Generation Low IncomeBioDavid Sengthay is a community and electoral organizer from Stockton, California, dedicated to building power in underrepresented communities and strengthening civic engagement at the local level. With a background in grassroots mobilization, he has organized protests, led voter outreach initiatives, and used digital advocacy to push for a more transparent, inclusive, and accountable local government.
David’s organizing work centers on racial justice, educational equity, reproductive wellness, women’s rights, and uplifting queer BIPOC communities—causes that are both deeply personal and central to the future he envisions. His experience includes leading electoral campaigns, coordinating community outreach, and mobilizing youth around critical policy issues.
He is currently pursuing a B.A. in Urban Studies and a Master’s in Public Policy at Stanford University. Upon graduation, David plans to return to Stockton to serve in local government, beginning as a Program Manager in the Office of Economic Development, with the long-term goal of becoming an elected official. He is committed to advancing policy solutions that expand opportunity, combat disinformation, and rebuild public trust in local institutions.
