Social Justice & Advocacy

Treasurer of Latino Summit [501(c)3]

Mt. Prospect, IL
August 2006 - present

Became a director of this organization in 2006.

Became the treasurer in 2008.

I established this organization as a not for profit/501(c)3 with the state of Illinois.

We educate and mentor around 500 high school Latino youth annually to encourage them to not only pursue but also excel in higher education.

Counsel and mentor the students participating in our program.

Offer financial assistance and financial literacy information to first year college students.

I write grants, fundraise, and solicit donations in order to fund our program.

Hispanic Parent Advocate

Palatine High School
Palatine, IL
August 2006 – 2018

The administration created a special duty for me one period a day to be a liaison to the Hispanic community/parents and reach out to them when teachers needed to make contact. I translated, as well as set up conferences between the parents, teachers, and when needed, support staff including administrators, counselors and social workers.

Hispanic Parent Organization sponsor

I organized and enlisted the help of Spanish-speaking students to translate for our Spanish-speaking parents during Open House, promoting a more welcoming and accepting environment for our parents/community.

Underrepresented Student Advocate

Palatine High School
Palatine, IL
Aug 2006-2018

Co-founder of the Equity Coalition started in 2016 to reform practices and policies that did not support the changing demographic and needs of the underrepresented students.

Yearly mentor to high school girls, addressing strength-based and empowerment skills and attributes.

Received training to support students an Undocumented Student Ally.

Youth Care Worker

Police Neighborhood Resource Center
Rolling Meadows, IL
Summer 2004, Summer 2005

Managed educational and recreational activities for about 80 kids ages 6-12.

Developed and utilized lesson plans to add an academic portion to the camp day.

Participated in games, sports and other extracurricular activities with the children.

Planned the first fundraiser (car wash) for the children to go on a field trip.