Bio
Kaitlyn Denzler is the deputy executive director for the ACLU of North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming.
As deputy executive director, Kaitlyn oversees chapter operations and leads efforts to ensure the work of the ACLU is well-supported, coordinated, and aligned with its strategic plan to further advance civil liberties in the three-state region
Kaitlyn joined the ACLU in 2026 and brings more than a decade of experience working at the intersection of policy, strategy, and implementation in the fields of human rights, governance, and civic engagement.
Prior to the ACLU, Kaitlyn served as a foreign service officer with the United States Agency for International Development, where she managed programs advancing labor, women’s, and LGBTQI+ rights. She also partnered with civil society leaders to strengthen anti-corruption efforts and safeguard election integrity in complex political environments. Earlier in her career, Kaitlyn was a program officer at Amnesty International USA, where she led campaigns and increased member engagement on sexual and reproductive rights.
Kaitlyn grew up primarily in Las Vegas, Nev. She holds a master’s degree from George Washington University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Nevada, Reno. Outside of work, she enjoys reading science fiction, watching British crime dramas or shows that make her laugh, and spending time outdoors with her partner and dog.