Ruby Gonzales

Ruby is an Associate at Kearns & West with 4+ years of experience specializing in environmental conflict resolution and culturally specific engagement.

Ruby Gonzales specializes in environmental conflict resolution, strategic communications, and culturally specific engagement. Using an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed approach, she builds relationships across government, Tribal, and community partners. Her experience in complex political spaces equips her to manage contentious moments with diplomacy and care. Her work spans multiple sectors, including conflict resolution and mediation, natural resource management, and public policy convenings.

Before joining Kearns & West, Ruby oversaw constituent services and community engagement for the Multnomah County Chair’s Office, and in the County’s Elections Division, she built a voter education strategy for underrepresented communities using GIS analysis of participation and census data. Her professional interests include economic and community resiliency, civic participation pathways, and environmental justice.