Amanda Fernandes

Amanda Fernandes is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in policy and advocacy, currently serving as a Senior Attorney at ChangeLab Solutions since October 2022. Prior roles include Policy and Advocacy Director at Hawaiʻi Public Health Institute and Policy Director at ACLU of Hawaii, demonstrating a strong commitment to public policy and community advocacy. Additional experience includes leadership positions at Hawaii Children's Action Network and ACLU of Hawaii, along with roles in legal support and clerking at various organizations. Amanda holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, Long Beach.