MEET JAMIE PANG, Deputy director of policy and programs

Jamie has worked for over 15 years in the nonprofit, natural resources sector with an emphasis in environmental law and policy. She’s addressed issues ranging from species conservation and labor protections to environmental justice, and toxics regulations, with a focus on crafting policies that create meaningful change for frontline communities. She holds a J.D. from Lewis and Clark Law School. 

Prior to joining OJTA, Jamie was the senior environmental health rrogram director at Oregon Environmental Council, where she developed the Oregon Toxic Free Cosmetics Act and fought for strong heat and smoke rules for workers.  She has also served on the Board of Directors at 350PDX and challenged utility rate increases in San Diego, California. As a first-generation Asian American, Jamie’s work reflects a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of social issues and a drive to create systems that are both inclusive and just.

In her spare time, Jamie enjoys outdoor water sports, martial arts, hanging out with her dog and husband, and reality TV shows.