Basic Info

First Name

Verdell

Last Name

Wright

Username

vawright

Additional Contact Information

Pronouns

they/them/he

Progressive Profile

Current Employer

Deliver the American Dream – A member organization of American Pride Rises Network

Current Occupation

Communications Strategist

Tagline

Storyteller, strategist, and spark—shaping narratives that move people, shift culture, and make change real.

Bio

I got involved in progressive politics because I believe in the power of stories to shift systems. My journey started in faith spaces, where I was drawn to questions of justice, community, and belonging. Over time, I brought those values into the world of advocacy, communications, and organizing. For the past decade, I’ve led narrative and messaging strategies for national and international organizations, helping to defend DEI policies, promote LGBTQ+ inclusion, uplift marginalized voices, and push back against the erosion of civil rights. Whether crafting a message, training a spokesperson, or developing narratives that expand what is possible, I stay committed to building a world that honors dignity, fairness, and truth.

Impact

I’ve shaped progressive politics by crafting the narratives that drive movements forward. As a communications strategist for national advocacy organizations, I’ve led messaging campaigns that defended DEI, countered right-wing attacks, and mobilized support for policy change nationwide. I’ve trained spokespeople, developed messaging frameworks used by coalitions, and stepped in during moments of crisis to realign public narratives with our values. My work sits at the intersection of storytelling and strategy, and it’s helped shift both public opinion and internal power.

Mission

I want to train and mentor the next generation of communicators in the progressive movement. After over a decade shaping strategy, messaging, and narrative for significant advocacy efforts, I want to pass on what I’ve learned—the frameworks, the instincts, the hard-won lessons. Whether through workshops, one-on-one coaching, or building out complete training programs, I want to equip others to craft compelling messages, navigate complex political terrain, and stay grounded in their values. Strong communication can drive real change. I want to help others harness that power with skill, clarity, and heart.

Work History

Employer

Deliver the American Dream

Occupation

Communications Strategist

Employer

Unitarian Universalist Service Committee

Occupation

Content Strategist

Employer

Green New Deal Network

Occupation

Communications Manager, Coalition Engagement and Narrative Strategy

Employer

Faithful America

Occupation

Relational Outreach Manager

Employer

Center for Community Change

Occupation

Senior Digital Organizing Manager

Employer

Compassion and Choices

Occupation

Faith Outreach Coordinator

Employer

National LGBTQ Task Force

Occupation

Faith Coalition Manager

Employer

Howard University, Montgomery College, Trinity University

Occupation

Adjunct Instructor