Mariya Genzel leads civic activism in Mountain View

Mariya Genzel, a Mountain View resident and product manager, has become a central figure in local civic activism through her organization, Blue Turn Indivisible. Founded in 2019, the group’s activities have expanded significantly following Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory.

Genzel utilizes her professional background in the startup industry to organize various democratic engagement efforts, including letter-writing campaigns, protests, vigils, and art installations. Her approach involves building technical and organizational systems, such as apps and graphics, to facilitate community mobilization and voter outreach.