Emily Rodrigues

Emily, a native of Oakland Park, is deeply rooted in District 98, where she has resided her entire life. Her passion for advocacy was ignited during her college years following a personal experience with sexual assault on campus. As a survivor, she has become a strong voice for victims' rights. With a B.S. in Political Science from UCF and currently pursuing an M.A. in Political Communication at UF, Emily gained valuable experience working in the Florida Senate under State Senator Shevrin Jones. In this role, she played a key part in passing impactful bills, securing substantial state funding, addressing constituent concerns, and organizing community events. Publicly sharing her story as a survivor, Emily has been actively involved in raising awareness about sexual assault on college campuses. She co-founded a student organization at UCF, focusing on advocacy and support for survivors, and served as a keynote speaker for One Billion Rising UCF, an annual event advocating against violence towards women. Looking ahead, Emily aims to bring her advocacy to the Florida Legislature, where she plans to champion policies benefiting survivors through Emily’s Plan. Additionally, she will strive for reproductive rights, address the property insurance crisis, support public education, and promote affordable housing solutions for Floridians.