JULIO C. ESPERIAS, JR.
Communications Director

Julio C. Esperias, Jr. is a strategic communicator and storyteller with more than 15 years of experience advancing social justice across California. As Communications Director at Western Justice Center,  he shapes the organization’s voice, leads media strategy and develops narratives that uplift restorative justice, peer mediation and community-driven conflict resolution as tools for social change.

Julio’s career has spanned labor unions, grassroots advocacy and nonprofits, including leading communications for statewide efforts focused on health access, housing justice and education equity.

Prior to joining WJC, Julio worked with Community Coalition, a South LA-based organization funded by Mayor Karen Bass, where he helped develop narrative and engagement strategies rooted in community power. He has worked alongside students, educators and organizers to drive systemic change and build collective voice.

Born and raised in South Los Angeles and a proud graduate of LA public schools, Julio earned his degree from UC Santa Cruz. He believes in the power of dialogue to transform conflict and create stronger, more connected communities.