Sonja Mydels

SONJA MYDELS is a Legislative Coordinator at Park Street Public, bringing over a decade of experience in healthcare, public health, and government relations. Her work spans grassroots advocacy and policy development, with a focus on health, judiciary, public safety, and human services.

Before joining the team at Park Street Public in 2024, Sonja started her career as a Registered Dietitian, providing holistic medical nutrition therapy to adult and pediatric patients for nearly ten years. Inspired to address systemic health challenges, she transitioned into public policy to make a broader impact.

She has evaluated state-funded health improvement programs at the Minnesota Department of Health, supported the Epilepsy Foundation’s 2024 policy agenda, and advised the Minneapolis City Council as a member of the Public Health Advisory Committee. Her multifaceted approach to health and advocacy ensures effective collaboration on critical policy issues.

At Park Street Public, Sonja supports the entire team while specializing in policy and government relations related to Health, Judiciary, Public Safety, and Human Services. Sonja has a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree in Public Health from the University of Minnesota.