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She had long, wavy dark brown hair that she wore in two braids and poofy, colorful dresses that I was never bold enough to wear - granted it was the 1990’s. Since then, Alejandra has grown into a beautiful, intellident, kind, and courageous young woman who has devoted her life to being an elementary school teacher at our local elementary school in New York. Alejandra was born in Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico in 1993. She is the first-born of four children, and the only girl. When she was a couple months old, her family moved to Zitacuaro, Michoacán, Mexico to be closer to her mother’s family. After her grandmother died when Alejandra was four years old, she and her family moved to the United States, namely Springs, New York where we were raised. Alejandra attended Hunter University in New York City, where she double majored in Elementary Education and English Language Arts. Growing up in the small town that we did, New York City was an exciting adventure and she loved exploring new neighborhoods and places. After graduating from college, Alejandra moved back home to Springs. Currently, she is a Teaching Assistant in the English as a New Language Department, where she supports children in building their English language acquisition and offers translation services for students and parents. This is a position that is closely connected to her personal experience growing up as an English learner, stating: “Being bilingual has opened up many opportunities for me...I gladly help any person at school who needs any sort of translating because of my personal experience. It was often difficult for my parents to communicate with the school because there were not many resources nor bilingual teachers/school staff that were willing or available to translate. I want students and parents to feel like they can communicate freely and comfortably with the school.” Alejandra is also pursuing her Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology from Stonybrook University, working to become certified as a bilingual speech pathologist to be able to help people get the services they need, and make it a more comfortable experience. Alejandra is, to this day, my closest friend, and no matter how much time has passed, we pick things up right where they belong. She is the person I share astrology memes with, the person I trust to know how I should handle a situation based on who I am, and the person who knows me the best. I feel honored to call her my best and longest friend, and she inspires me everyday to live my truth and in my strength. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1614877401043-6XYMG1FHV6M9XTU9GFB9/IMG_2962+%281%29.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day 2021 - Marley, Alexandra Oliver-Dávila’s Daughter One of the most important females in my life is my amazing eleven-year old daughter. Marley is sunshine and a breath of fresh air. She has taught me so much about being true to yourself and following your dreams. Marley has been a creative spirit since she was in the womb. When her dad would play guitar and sing, she would kick along with the beat. At nine months old, Marley was singing songs from The Sound of Music, and at four years old, watching the full movies of Oklahoma and West Side Story and performing in front of audiences at various community events. At one point, she made me call her “Shakira”, who she watched every day in a recorded Paris concert for a year. I think she earned the right to be called Shakira as she could sing all her songs and do the famous belly dance moves. She became inspired by Darci Lynn at seven years old and taught herself ventriloquism. Marley's creativity and imagination have not always been understood. She struggled in the early elementary grades to find her tribe. She decided to change schools in 5th grade, and although she was terrified of the change, she had a deep hope she would find a place where she could share her creative spirit. In her new school, she has thrived and been able to continue on her creative journey adding video making and editing, as well as creative writing to her list of passions. This year, my daughter came out to me, our friends, and family. I have never been more proud of her for her courage and vulnerability in sharing who she is. We live in a world that is not so friendly to our LGBTQ+ community. I know this will not be an easy road because unfortunately there will be people who will be judgmental and cruel. As a parent I want to protect her from any pain but I know I can not. Marley has taught me so much about the importance of pronouns and gender expression and identity. I thank Marley for letting me have the honor of being her Mom. I thank her for all that she teaches me everyday about being authentic. I can only hope to be half as brave as she is! I look forward to watching Marley grow into a Fierce Latina Warrior. Words are not enough to express how much I love you Marley, I am your biggest fan!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1614877762653-Q9Z9WJ7DO81U7B9M9S04/Nicolas.PNG Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day 2021 - Ana Cusi, Nicolas Cusi’s Mom If you had to describe my mom in one word, it would overwhelmingly be a giver or alguien generosa. Born the youngest in a family of seven, she was always seen as the baby “Anita”, and that abundance of love she received in her youth eventually led to her becoming the most nurturing of the bunch. Adversity struck when her father passed unexpectedly at a young age, and she was forced to grow up much faster than any child should ever have to. Little did she know that once out of her adolescence, her path would be drastically altered once again. When my parents met and ultimately married, they decided that America would provide the best opportunities to raise our budding family. To follow this dream, my mom had to leave everything she had ever known, have the courage and strength to move to a foreign country where she didn’t know the language, and give this opportunity a shot. Despite the language barrier, she made the decision to earn a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy while staying at home to raise her three children. Having my mom’s unyielding support while growing up was invaluable for my personal growth and development. Everyone deserves to be supported this way, whether at home or in their community. As a result, she has dedicated her life to wholeheartedly building up and supporting those around her. She has served as a therapist for many, while committing her time to causes that are important to her. Nowadays, supporting and advocating for Latino families, helping care for those at end of life, and contributing to the local art community are among the pursuits that take most of her time. She is happiest when surrounded by the people she loves, purposefully enjoying their time together while sharing a delicious meal. My mom serves as a beacon of love, sincerity, and positivity in my life and that of so many others. She is an extraordinary role model without even realizing the immense amount of impact she’s had and continues to cultivate. It is the givers in life that deserve just as much or more giving in return, as it is their generosity that helps make the world a better place. My mom is my inspiration, and someone I am exceptionally proud to be celebrating for International Women’s Day and well beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1614878561878-QRKZF3U3NECIWKVQO61H/Andrea%27s+photo+%281%29.jpeg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day 2021 - Maria Josefina and Ana Maria, Andrea Gilbert’s Mom and Grandma The most important women in my life are my grandma and my mom. My grandmother Maria Josefina, or Mama Fina as we used to call her, was an elementary teacher in a rural area in Peru. In spite of the lack of resources that affect many countries in Latin America, she was always passionate about teaching kids to get them out of poverty. I learned from her to be patient, caring, and kind. My mother Ana Maria worked as a nurse in a mental hospital, and later, as a secretary in Peru. I always admire her determination and willingness to work her way up to success. I learned to be resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic thanks to her. 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Alongside my profession, I want to make positive changes by being an active member of the communities I am in. I want to make sure that people’s voices are being heard and empower others to speak-up. In my community, leaders in the City Council are not creating change. I would like see more diverse leaders and be one of them, in order to better represent the diverse backgrounds of the people who live in my community. I have been a Youth Leader in the Youth Community Organizers program for two years now. This year, I have felt like a true leader because I have the opportunity to help my peers become leaders by teaching them to be confident when we testify. I help them to break out of their shells and not be followers, instead I encourage them to become the people they want to see in the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583346390997-29V8J2L3FYSGKGRB7L6O/IMG_0187.JPG Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Agnessa L., Youth Community Organizer (2019-2020) In the near future, I would love to see myself having a family and graduating from college with a Ph.D in Psychology and a minor in something creative, like Literature or the Arts. I would like to work to create a society where social status and class does not affect your ego and your power in this world. Being a leader in the Youth Community Organizers program makes me feel empowered as a youth. I can be a part of creating beneficial changes in my community, and I am heard regardless of my age. If I could give advice to another young girl, I would tell her to never change for anybody and to be herself. Whatever struggle you are going through will pass, and you will get through it. Don’t be afraid to speak-up for who you are, your needs, and your human rights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583347298931-6R6IJ9J4CDPMZ32W5MXR/IMG_0128+%281%29.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Ariana R., Health Educator (2019-2020) I want to become a nurse at the new Natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). I was inspired to pursue this career because my cousin was born premature and was in the NICU. I’ve had this dream since I was seven. Helping people is my passion, and I want to include that into whatever I do. My mom has a nurse that helps her, and seeing how much she helps inspires me to do the same. I think about the day when I can come home and help my mom in a professional way by becoming a nurse. It’s funny, because I see myself as the friend who everyone can come to when they need anything. To young girls, I say: try your best and don't let anyone bring you down. For the Health Educators, I will be leading the sexual health workshops to promote safe sexual practices among teens who have high rates of STIs. I feel proud that our coordinator saw me as capable and skilled enough to lead. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583460813660-K6533MVM3CTHXMI0VE15/IMG-0662.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Ashly L., Youth Artist (2019-2020) My dream is to be a lawyer or a social worker because I want to help people in my community who are struggling. Being in the Youth Artists Mastery Program lets me learn about music so deeply. It reminds me why creativity and self expression is essential in becoming a well-rounded person. As a leader in the classroom, I feel good helping others progress and grow as people and musicians. If I could say anything to young girls who have dreams that they want to achieve, do it! Focus on school, stay after school, get support and learn more to become a leader in whatever you do. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583438927485-BDZSHG5FUT8E3DVSRGYX/Ceci+Mendez-Ortiz.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Cecilia M éndez-Ortiz, Clerk I've been a part of the Sociedad Latina family for nearly ten years, and I’ve had the pleasure of serving on the Board for about seven. I was first drawn to Sociedad Latina as a partner through MassArt’s Center for Art and Community Partnerships, where I work. I believe it's so important for us as people, communities, and organizations to collaborate and share resources, so we can create something bigger than the sum of all our parts. As a Latina, I wish I had a Sociedad Latina growing up! To anyone wanting to bring to life a dream or a vision, I would say: love yourself, your community, and your dreams fully and abundantly. I would encourage you to share your vision: visualize it, talk about it, give it oxygen, and room to grow. When we plant these seeds out in the world, we are better equipped to bring them into reality, and to connect with those who share our visions and goals - there is so much power and life in community! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583348491331-U3FUXS5Y7LU53CDNBPGF/IMG-0642.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Maria Güell , Alessandra Sangurima’s Grandmother My grandmother, or “Tita” as I call her, emigrated from Costa Rica to the United States in 1963 at age 21 with a friend from home. She lived in Queens, New York, where she still lives today. At the time, she spoke the little English she learned at school in Costa Rica. Back in her home country, she had taken some Engineering classes at the university and had been working as a Receptionist in an architectural office. When she came to the United States, however, it was harder for her to find a job, and she took a position working at an eyeglasses factory. While she was working there, she started taking correspondence classes on drafting and engineering. She used to go to a local deli at lunch and take out her books to study. One day, an older man saw her studying and took an interest in her work. As it turns out, he worked for an engineering firm and set her up for some interviews. Soon she was working as a Mechanical Drafter. In a department of about 80 people, she was one of about five women and one of about four Spanish speakers at the time. She stayed at that company for 12 years, all the while learning English “a la fuerza,” watching TV, reading a lot, talking to coworkers, and listening to others as much as she could. She continued taking engineering classes at NYU and learning on the job. She eventually moved onto another firm, where she stayed for about 35 years until she retired in 2015 as a Mechanical Engineer. Having such a strong, independent, and hardworking woman in my life who broke the glass ceiling never allowed me to doubt my own potential. I believe she instilled in me and my mother a love of learning and a deep value for education. Her advice for young women: “School is very, very important and so is learning anywhere you can. Always pay attention and learn from others, even if they aren’t teaching you directly. So much learning comes from observation and experience.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583348648587-T5OC4PFOYK6WZYV8ZTHU/IMG-0592.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Nelva Flores, Jose Coronado-Flores’ Mom If you want to talk about hard work and struggles, I have to mention my mom. Born in Chiquimula, Guatemala, she grew up in a relatively rural community where her family had livestock and a small farm. She lived all over Guatemala and worked small jobs. Her life changed drastically when she gave birth to my younger brother who was born with cerebral palsy. She refused to let him live an unfulfilling life in Guatemala, which is the unfortunate fate of many kids who are born with disabilities. She moved us to the US where she struggled to put clothes on our back, food in our stomachs, and a roof over our heads. Living in Tampa, FL and Washington DC, Nelva confronted many obstacles including low-paying jobs and the constant fear that comes with living in low-income communities, but she never lost hope and always kept her head up. Today, she works as a Caregiver in Maryland and continues to put in 100+ hour work weeks just to advance herself and assure that my younger brother is taken care of. She is now a proud homeowner The advice she would give to young girls is “you can do anything you want. Don’t wait for any men, because you will waste your time. Also, don’t give up hope, even when life gets hard.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1583348963550-2NZQUYJN6KAZJJGZVVW2/IMG-0643+%281%29.PNG Sociedad Latina Blog - Happy International Women’s Day - Patricia Grande (far left), Maria Grande’s Sister Never address my older sister as “Pat” or “Patty” or “Tricia”, she prefers Patricia. My sister Patricia Francis Grande - named after both of my parents - has always been the toughest person that I know. She started playing tackle football at ten years old, being one of only a few girls on the team at the time. She dominated the field and was never afraid to tackle or be tackled. Her “no nonsense” attitude made her a natural born leader, which she demonstrated in school and at home with my brother and I. Through high school, Patricia consistently met high honor roll and was a Varsity athlete in Cheerleading all four years - being named Captain her senior year. It was by no surprise that when high school graduation came around she was in the top ten percent of her class and accepted to the University of Miami. Always having an appreciation, love, and talent for working with children, Patricia studied Education, with a double major in Psychology, from the University of Miami. After college, she moved to Maryland to teach in the public school system, starting out as a second grade teacher and eventually becoming the Special Education and Testing Coordinator. Deciding that she one day wanted to go into school administration, Patricia received her Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Western Governors University. This past year, she was promoted to Primary Talent Development Coach, leading professional development for teachers across the district. Every day, my sister demonstrates to me what a strong Latina looks like - someone who works hard, stays true to themselves, and works to accomplish their dreams and what makes them happy. I have looked up to her my whole life, and she has always been an inspiration in standing up for myself and being a leader - I am a stronger person because of her leadership. 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Celebrating our Highland Street AmeriCorps Ambassador of Mentoring https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1552413659006-LWBL8S75YBADPF8ILIW8/IMG_5357.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - It's AmeriCorps Week! Celebrating our Highland Street AmeriCorps Ambassador of Mentoring https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1552414551561-0MR77F63QN27IUOPQY2R/DSC_7760.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - It's AmeriCorps Week! Celebrating our Highland Street AmeriCorps Ambassador of Mentoring https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/iwdsociedadlatina monthly 0.5 2019-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551797136403-IBU14IOM5XAH6AYEQFZ2/Alex.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Elena, Alex’s Mother My Mother came to the U.S. at fifteen years old. At that time there was no such thing as an "English Language Learner," it was sink or swim. She managed to graduate from high school but the times were different and marriage was expected. Three children and two divorces later, she took a job in Cambridge as a receptionist for the Latin American Studies Program (LASPAU), a non-profit affiliated with Harvard University working to increase access to higher education for Latin America and the Caribbean. It was there she realized she wanted to continue her education. She went on to study at Emmanuel College (of which I am a proud alumna and trustee!). At the time, she was a 30 year old single mother of three elementary school aged children. She was awarded an RKO scholarship to attend the Boston University School of Journalism. I spent many days and nights in the hallways of the editing and recording studios of Boston University. My mother had always been a huge sports fan, including coaching my soccer team when I was in elementary and middle school. I never met anyone who could rattle off the statistics on any baseball player or whose eyes would light up talking about sports superstition. It was her passion that led me to meet Luis Tiant. My mother interviewed him for a story on superstition in sports. My mother graduated and went on to work at El Mundo, La Semana, the Springfield Union News, ESPN and NBC as a sportscaster in the 1980's and 1990's. Do you know any women who have done so? Very, very, very, very few. (I would continue with the very's but you get my point: it was extremely rare). As I see the many women sportscasters today, I know they have no idea who my Mother is and how, because she paved the way, they are able to have the job they have today. It was not easy being a woman reporting sports and going into locker rooms to do an interview. The Me Too movement could have had a book of harassment stories from my mom alone. How did she survive such harassment? It’s painful to think about, but the only answer I can surmise is that she did it for her passion and for her love of sports. No one should ever have to give up their passion because they are worn down by harassing comments about their looks, their body, and their skills and because of their gender. But that is the story of my Mother. She finally turned in her sports card with a crushed soul. She went on to become a flight attendant in her mid 50's - another dream of travelling the world that began at a young age. Although I do believe visiting the Eiffel tower, traveling to Ethiopia, and Patagonia gave her some healing, she always carried the scars of those days as a sportscaster/writer. In this month of honoring women I wanted to write this story in her honor to let us not forget the trailblazing women who paved the way for the women of today and the women of tomorrow. My Mother, Elena Susana Oliver Luchini has paved the way for me and most importantly for my young daughter Marley to be and do whatever she wants to. My mother truly believed in engaging and challenging the world around her, she took me along for the ride, showed me how and taught me to never give up the fight. I love and miss you Mom. Thank you for your unconditional love, guidance, and belief in me stronger than I can muster for myself, I would not be doing the work I do today if not for you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551885976313-RJHA894GZRMLHYZ3AD1N/Victoria%2527s%2BMom.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Victoria In 1997, my family and I walked into our very first apartment and became mesmerized with the essence of fresh paint. I remember us feeling an overwhelming sensation of having our own place, not knowing what was to come of navigating ourselves in a new and estranged place, that is, Boston. At the time, I was inseparable of my mother. In my mother's eyes, her weakness of not being able to communicate with the rest of the world in English, was my strength. In my eyes, her refusal of accepting the new language, was my reward. Although the school system taught us to properly use the language, my mother made sure we did not forget the tongue that bounds us to our place of heritage. Thanks to my mother, "Yo estoy orgullosa de ser bilingüe." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551477987380-PHFGZ2NISKLTTAJFBAX1/RS%2BMother.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Pina, Rebecca’s Mother My strong-willed mother, Giuseppina Maria Teresa Cardarelli, immigrated from Italy to New York in 1970. A family who struggled on rationing their food in Italy came to the U.S. with high hopes. Her mother was a mail carrier by day and an office cleaner at night, while my mother helped out with her night job after long days at school learning English and getting accustomed to her new life. My mother eventually worked her way through the educational ladder and got her PhD in Cell Biology and has spent her life as a cancer researcher. It was her perseverance that provided a new life for herself and her family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551473327035-DTY3LN8R2FPW6ZZ9LCNZ/Andrea.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Andrea My name is Andrea Costa and I immigrated from Lima, Peru to Boston, U.S. in 2016. I feel proud of my heritage which is Native American (Inca culture), Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. My family’s amazing journey started when they traveled by ship from Genoa, Italy, to Lima, Peru in order to work for an oil company in the 19th century. In 2016, I embarked on my own journey to study Accounting in the U.S. with the support of my beloved parents. At first, the hardest part was feeling homesick and getting used to the culture and language but, thanks to the support of my wonderful husband, I adjusted smoothly. Nowadays, I live and work in Boston and support organizations like Sociedad Latina that help immigrants like myself to succeed in a changing and sometimes difficult world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551477935911-HC1F693MFUIF3TXGZZ87/DD+Grandmother.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Bibi, Dan’s Grandmother My grandmother (Safta in Hebrew), Bibi Lieberman, arrived in New York in 1961, by way of Israel and a harrowing journey across the Soviet Union during the years of World War II, fleeing with her family from the Nazi invasion with nothing but the clothes on their backs. As a newcomer to the United States, Safta worked long hours at Craig’s Bakery in Brooklyn, learning English through immersion, and within a few years worked her way up to managing the bakery. She was a warm, generous spirit who loved to cook and entertain, and would never let anyone leave her house without a weeks’ worth of meals. Most importantly, she was an avid learner who instilled the values of education, hard work, and integrity in her children and grandchildren. These values allowed her to find peace, stability, and prosperity in her new home and pave the way for my family’s success. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551474450727-9BDEJGMB8FI2VV3AJFVK/MG+Mother.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Patricia, Maria’s Mother My mother (or Mamasita, as I like to call her) is anything but ordinary. She is a strong Puerto Rican and Spanish woman and has never backed down in the face of adversity. At just a few months old, my mother was adopted and at the age of 27, her curiosity led her to finding her birth parents. This is when she discovered her Hispanic heritage and has embraced it fully ever since. She recently received her Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Studies and is working towards her Master’s Degree. She selflessly raised my brother, sister, and I, while devoting 20 years of her life as a Teaching Assistant, and currently is the Union President for her elementary school. My mother has showed me how to be resilient and to face each situation with compassion and kindness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551474818638-C31SGCSR947VMBCXEGKB/TY%2BGrandmother.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Teresa, Tiffany’s Grandmother Teresa Brun de Zenteno was born in La Paz, Bolivia and immigrated to the United States in 1971. She married the love of her life and high school sweetheart in Bolivia, had eight children and became a U.S. citizen in 1995. As one of her grandchildren, I can truly say she was one of the sweetest people on earth. Always doing community service projects, having families and strangers over for dinner, and baking goodies for her grandchildren. Her pride and joy were her 31 grandchildren who adore her kind soul. Although she is no longer with us, her spirit resides with all of us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551473944443-VVPGX8QKAZKLS0T5RY1R/GJ+Mother.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Agnes I and Agnes II, Genae’s Grandmother and Mother My Grandmother, Agnes Speirs Anderson, came over the ocean from Scotland by boat during the Great Depression (1920s) with her husband Robert because the ship building industry no longer offered employment to Robert. She worked in a NJ hospital as a seamstress, mending sheets and hospital uniforms. She could repair sewing machines and fix many things. She went back to Scotland with her son to visit her mother, leaving her husband behind in the U.S. While there, she gave birth to my Mom, Agnes Speirs Anderson Johnson, who also then migrated as a baby back to U.S. with her mom. They were poor but worked very hard for their children's benefit. My mom, Agnes, went on to become a registered nurse who opened, managed and treated patients at the first HIV Testing clinic in the state of RI. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551473999737-TOOOFEVDF0X1XPQI2HSD/Laura.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Laura When I was five years old, I came to this country to join my parents who had already been here for a year saving money and settling our new roots in New York City. We hadn’t come to the conclusion though, that we were alone and uninformed. The three of us lived in one small bedroom, while both of my parents worked over-time at a bar and restaurant. I, too young for kindergarten, stayed inside those four walls watching cartoons, trying to assimilate and learn the new language. Despite all the obstacles we’ve experienced, I was the first person in my family to graduate from college. I am now writing a photo-memoir titled “Dotted Line: Marked by La Frontera”, where I weave my story along with the stories of Latinos who are affected by the border in the Trump Era. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1551884860030-PT50TQL45KIDRD3IJDN0/Simi%27s+Grandmother.JPG Sociedad Latina Blog - International Women's Day: Las Latinas de Sociedad Latina - Surijit, Simi’s Grandmother My grandmother, Surjit Kaur, immigrated to Canada at the age of 71. Leaving her home, Ludhiana India, where she was born and lived her entire life, was not only difficult for her, but also was a completely new change. One of the things that astonished her the most was to see many Gurdwaras (Sikh temples) in Brampton and a large Punjabi diaspora in Canada. 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Nuestros graduados de 2018 con Alex, nuestra Directora Ejecutiva. ¡Felicidades, estamos muy entusiasmados por lo que el futuro les depara! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1532966400115-VJFY33UQOPKFV1TQG4AK/Class_Celebration_2.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - ¡Felicidades Clase del 2018! De izquierda a derecha: nuestro maravilloso College Coach Sergio y graduado Roly, nuestras voluntarias a largo plazo, Emma y Emily con Alexandra Oliver-Davila. ¡Gracias por todo su arduo trabajo y dedicación durante todos estos años! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1532966550497-TAB2DVM8Z3BOTG0YAI2L/Joel%2BPoster%2BPRINT_edited-small.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - ¡Felicidades Clase del 2018! https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2018/7/2/celebrating-sociedad-latinas-2018-graduates monthly 0.5 2018-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1530554738966-W882IX0DSIMNYNU4WY73/Class_Celebration_1.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Celebrating our 2018 Graduates! Our 2018 Graduates with Alex, our Executive Director. 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Addressing the students and members of the media, Mayor Walsh also stressed the importance of project based STEAM learning experiences and made the case for offering more coding opportunities to students in Boston Public Schools. https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/7/4/education-foundation-awards-110000-in-funding monthly 0.5 2018-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1499185634645-1ZFDQWIS2RAXRUMSRHVM/logo.png Sociedad Latina Blog - Education Foundation Awards $110,000 in Funding https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/7/4/how-one-young-person-learned monthly 0.5 2017-12-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1513188975156-EXSPCSYX59BFI8GL10ZN/Ornan.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - How One Young Person ‘Learned Not To Be Complacent With Injustice’ “My mother did not speak English and my dad lacked experience as an engineer in the U.S,” said Mendez, 19. “We were struggling.” https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/7/4/moving-towards-student-centered-learning-in-boston monthly 0.5 2017-12-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1499187317326-JQ7VKK8TAOHFR72AX6GO/image-asset.png Sociedad Latina Blog - Moving towards student-centered learning in Boston https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/7/4/spotlight-on-one-of-bostons-next-young-entrepreneurs monthly 0.5 2018-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1499186712536-F5TJGRQGK2ZXBB56IIJJ/DSC_3209.jpg Sociedad Latina Blog - Spotlight on one of Boston’s next young entrepreneurs I was very excited to learn about 3D printing and new technologies. I had never done it before, but I had seen a lot of videos about printing action figures and I wanted to try it out for myself! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1499186678646-ZNLH5CG034POWWRMLOLN/image-asset.jpeg Sociedad Latina Blog - Spotlight on one of Boston’s next young entrepreneurs https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/2/2/alex-oliver-davila-selected-for-boston-school-committee monthly 0.5 2018-03-08 https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/7/4/our-values-and-principles monthly 0.5 2018-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1513185374719-2YN6VP8JVQKP3LO25WK6/Alex-signature.png Sociedad Latina Blog - Our Values and Principles https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/1/27/what-is-givingtuesday monthly 0.5 2017-12-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1485543373854-G7X7D6VPWFDJAKE641VQ/image-asset.png Sociedad Latina Blog - What is #GivingTuesday? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1485542627143-B415RI91UAA85HEFX0VZ/image-asset.jpeg Sociedad Latina Blog - What is #GivingTuesday? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1485542553303-TC54GFND73MXI1D2VD9D/image-asset.png Sociedad Latina Blog - What is #GivingTuesday? https://www.sociedadlatina.org/sociedad-latina-blog/2017/7/4/youth-leader-interview-edgar monthly 0.5 2017-12-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1513190419442-UT32VSY8VP7Z9K53KFOC/Edgar.jpeg Sociedad Latina Blog - Youth Leader Interview with Edgar Edgar, 18, grew up in Boston in a Dominican family with strong ties to the community. 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He earned his bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, and Management from Northeastern University and also has an M.B.A with a concentration in International Business from Suffolk University. Jaime is the Operations Manager at the Barr Foundation where he oversees the day-to-day operations, contract processing, system improvements. He credits Sociedad Latina for many of his achievements in life including attending college, getting his master’s degree, pursuing a career in the Philanthropic field, and always giving back to his community. Jaime has been a member of the Sociedad Latina board since 2012 and his favorite part about being a board member is getting to know the staff, learning about all the projects Youth Leaders are engage on, and connecting with families. Some of his proudest moments as part of the board include supporting the 50th Year Celebration and working on the capital campaign that led to the purchase and renovation of SL’s forever home. In his free time, Jaime enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the city, and volunteering with other nonprofit organizations in the Greater Boston area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883247154-U500OWD8EWCTWEUF4IVF/JL+2015+Picture+2.jpg Board of Directors - Jaime Lopez, President Jaime Lopez has been committed member of the Sociedad Latina family since 2002 wearing multiple hats throughout the years including former volunteer, youth leader, staff, and now a board member. He earned his bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, and Management from Northeastern University and also has an M.B.A with a concentration in International Business from Suffolk University. Jaime is the Operations Manager at the Barr Foundation where he oversees the day-to-day operations, contract processing, system improvements. He credits Sociedad Latina for many of his achievements in life including attending college, getting his master’s degree, pursuing a career in the Philanthropic field, and always giving back to his community. Jaime has been a member of the Sociedad Latina board since 2012 and his favorite part about being a board member is getting to know the staff, learning about all the projects Youth Leaders are engage on, and connecting with families. Some of his proudest moments as part of the board include supporting the 50th Year Celebration and working on the capital campaign that led to the purchase and renovation of SL’s forever home. In his free time, Jaime enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the city, and volunteering with other nonprofit organizations in the Greater Boston area. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883258985-80HCBTHEVH14VSHGMS3K/Ceci.jpg Board of Directors - Cecilia Mendez-Ortiz, Clerk Ceci is the Executive Director of the Center for Art and Community Partnerships (CACP) at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where she collaborates with a team to partner with people and communities within and beyond MassArt to radically expand access to transformative creative experiences. Her work and passion has always been at the intersections of art, culture, education, and community; and she has worked in and with community arts organizations, galleries, museums, and schools throughout Massachusetts and beyond. Ceci received a BA with Honors in Art from Brown University, and an MFA from the University of Michigan School of Art and Design. Her installations, prints, drawings, and bilingual animations (Spanish/English) have been exhibited and screened in Mexico, Japan, and across the U.S. She has been named a Kennedy Center Next 50 awardee, a Kennedy Center honor highlighting leaders moving us toward a more inspired, inclusive, and compassionate world. Cecilia joined the Board of Directors in 2011. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1643827016483-HC88PG9F4ODURF9806PZ/Marta+Rivera.JPG Board of Directors - Marta Rivera, President Marta Rivera was appointed the Commissioner of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) in July 2022 by Mayor Michelle Wu. She has over 30 years of experience working in communities throughout Boston. Most recently, she served as the Chief of Staff to the Health and Human Services (HHS) cabinet in Boston. HHS is the City’s largest cabinet, consisting of 10 departments, including the Boston Public Health Commission, Office of Veteran Services, BCYF, and Office of Fair Housing and Equity. In this role, Ms. Rivera worked closely with the cabinet Chief to promote the health and well-being of the city's residents, especially those with the greatest needs. Ms. Rivera’s professional career has included work in the public and nonprofit sectors. Leveraging every opportunity to address and impact some of the most critical issues in Boston, she has held leadership positions at BCYF, Greater Boston Latino Network, and The Boston Foundation. Additionally, Ms. Rivera was a Parenting Educator with Families First Parenting Programs for 13 years. Families First provides training to parents who have limited access to parenting resources. In this role, she facilitated hundreds of workshops on a variety of topics including, positive discipline strategies, bullying, and the impact of violence on children. Born and raised in Boston, Ms. Rivera has been involved with numerous civic groups and organizations. Currently, she is the Board President of Sociedad Latina. She also serves on the Board of Trustees of The Food Project, an organization that aims to engage communities in building sustainable food systems. Of Puerto Rican descent, she is deeply committed to issues affecting urban families, youth and the Latine community. Through her work and volunteer service, she strives to make a significant difference and contribution to the future of Boston. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883275648-WHWQZT1GUW0ARYXR03CF/image-asset.png Board of Directors - Rochelle Jimenez, Treasurer https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883267131-WGJ8VSKPFVVIIMGMV9OB/Pat+photo.jpg Board of Directors - Patricia Flaherty Patricia is the Executive Director at the Mission Hill Neighborhood Housing Services. She lives and works in Mission Hill, advocating for positive community development that benefits low income and working class families in the neighborhood. Pat was recently honored for her tireless efforts by Boston’s Neighborhood Fellows program. She joined the Board in 2005. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883284059-YF24L97DBYQ4DBREQCHI/Yanel-de_Angel_Salas.jpg Board of Directors - Yanel de Angel As a Principal and Managing Director of Perkins&Will Boston, Yanel manages complex projects and brings a holistic design framework for problem solving. Passionate about community resilience, people and environmental stewardship, Yanel is an active member of the Firm’s Resilience Laboratory and Executive Committee. She served at the Firm’s Diversity Council and was a founding member of the Project Delivery Board. Yanel is VP of Practice for the Boston Society of Architects (BSA) / AIA Board, co-chairs the BSA Women in Design (WiD) Excellence Awards committee and co-founded the BSA WiD mid-career mentoring committee. After Hurricanes Irma and María devastated Puerto Rico in 2017, and with the support of Perkins&Will, Yanel led the formation of resilientSEE-PR.com (an initiative of AREAresearch.org), an alliance that provides long-term relief to Puerto Rico communities through resilient planning and design. Ongoing projects range from interventions at the municipal to neighborhood level, and educational programs. ResilientSEE has expanded to other geographic locations providing climate adaptation strategies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883293281-F11AFYDGCE3B6FJ6V75G/IMG_7754.JPEG Board of Directors - Marcos Lucio Popovich Marcos Lucio Popovich is the Program Director for Grantmaking at the Nellie Mae Education Foundation, a Massachusetts-based philanthropy that funds community-driven efforts challenging racial inequities in public K-12 education systems throughout New England. Prior to entering philanthropy, Marcos worked for the U.S. Hispanic Leadership Institute where he led national voter registration campaigns that registered thousands of new Latine voters and implemented leadership development programs that trained thousands of young people to become leaders on their campuses and in their communities. Marcos has also served as a consultant for the Chicago Board of Election Commissioners, a Proteus Fund Diversity Fellow for EdVestors and the Barr Foundation, and a law clerk for the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund and the National Immigrant Justice Center. Marcos holds a B.A. in Ethnic Studies with a focus on Latine studies from Bowling Green State University, a M.A. in History with a focus on Mexican American civil rights history from Arizona State University, and a J.D. with a focus on public interest law from DePaul University College of Law. Marcos sits on the board of directors at TSNE where he serves as Clerk of the Board. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883303650-3RBMV9NDACWQ67Y5EX0L/Elaine+Ng.jpg Board of Directors - Elaine Ng Elaine is the former Executive Director of the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC) and former Director of Strategic Planning for Special Education at Boston Public Schools. Under leadership at BCNC, program grew dramatically, the organization transitioned into a new Silver LEED-certified facility, services expanded into the City of Quincy, and the organization became nationally recognized with a White House Champions of Change Award. Currently, Elaine is a Barr Fellow and serves as the Interim Operations Director for TSNE MissionWorks. She joined the Board of Directors in 2017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883311416-R6T71R6HRXT9ZFIGYFEV/IMG_7781.JPG Board of Directors - Sgardy Pena Sgardy Pena joined Sociedad Latina as a Youth Artist in 2011 and is currently a member of Sociedad Latina’s board and the chair of the alumni council. As a Youth Artist, Sgardy played as a member of a live instrumentation band and was the sound engineer for Sociedad Latina’s band recording sessions. His experience between studio recording sessions and setup for live performances was an initial inspiration for him to pursue Electrical Engineering in college. He was a part of the Capital Campaign project as a Youth Ambassador and helped to successfully complete its goal of securing the funds necessary to purchase the building. As chair of the alumni council, he helped organize the team to create numerous informational and interactive events for both the Sociedad Latina youth and the mission hill community. Currently, Sgardy is completing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering at the Wentworth Institute of Technology. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883456033-R8ECME31LI2OL4KIHCOH/noel.jpg Board of Directors - Noel Torres Noel is the Coordinator for the Curtis Hall Community Center in Jamaica Plain. He brings an expertise in developing and implementing programs that effect positive change among youth and communities. Noel has served on the Board of Directors since 2005. Noel is from Villa Victoria in the South End. Prior to working for the City of Boston, Noel previously worked for City Year National doing new site development and YouthBuild USA working with 20 YouthBuild sites in the Northeast United States. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883466464-WLG3G8Z3VLNW4CVPAC4C/IMG_2072.JPG Board of Directors - Jimmy Wyman Jimmy Wyman currently works with Outward Bound USA and has spent over 15 years working with youth in both traditional and non-traditional educational settings. Prior to working with Outward Bound, he worked for 4 years with City Year Miami overseeing 20 staff and ensuring all programmatic goals were met for the 5,000 students served by City Year. Before working in Miami, Jimmy spent over 9 years working with youth in Boston in out-of-school time programming at both Sociedad Latina and Citizen Schools. At Sociedad Latina, he designed the Summer Learning Program, working with Simmons College, Boston Afterschool and Beyon, and PEAR to help prevent summer learning loss. He earned his Master’s Degree in Education from Lesley University. Jimmy joined the Board in 2018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1511364814793-XMGVFH7UJ8J3ZI14B6LA/Marta+Rivera.JPG Board of Directors - Marta Rivera, President A Mission Hill resident, Marta is a consultant for nonprofit management and program development. Marta has prior experience working with local youth and families as the Director of Capacity Building and Community Partnerships with the Boston Centers for Youth and Families. She is also the coordinator of the Mission Hill Youth Collaborative and Greater Boston Latino Network. Marta joined the Board in 2003. https://www.sociedadlatina.org/staff-bio-gallery daily 0.75 2026-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882863122-O5CEKP33ANFHEZP72H5Y/Alex-Oliver-Davila.jpg Staff Bio Gallery - Alexandra Oliver-Dávila, Executive Director Executive Director alex@sociedadlatina.org For more than 20 years, Alexandra Oliver-Dávila has worked to create a community that supports Latino youth, values their input, and believes in their ability to create positive social change. Serving as Executive Director since 1999, Alex has transformed Sociedad Latina into a cutting-edge, data-driven, creative youth development organization. Under her leadership, Sociedad Latina has increased and diversified its budget, expanded board membership, increased the number of youth and families it works with and expanded programming. Through her grassroots community-based approach, Alex has forged cross-sector collaborations with dozens of partners, including colleges, hospitals, businesses, foundations and schools. This broad network of partnerships has enabled Sociedad Latina to leverage resources and offer youth greater access and opportunities to thrive. In addition, Alex serves as a Community Advisory Board representative for Children's Hospital Boston, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Beth Israel and the Brigham & Women’s Hospital, and Tufts University Tisch College Community Research Center. Alex also served on the Boston Public School Committee for 5 years and was the previous co-chair of the Greater Boston Latino Network (GBLN). Alex is a trustee of Emmanuel College, a trustee of the Anna B Stearns Foundation, a board member of Hale Reservation, the Friends of the Hernandez and is also a member of her local Ward. In recognition for her hard work and dedication to the Latino community in Boston, Alex has received a number of honors and recognitions over the years. In 2023 Alex was slected as a Pahara Fellow. In 2021, Alex was named as one of Boston’s most influential leaders by Boston Magazine. In 2018, Alex was selected by The Partnership to participate in the Next Generation Executive Leadership program and was named one of Boston’s Most 100 Influential People of Color by Get Konnected. In 2016 Alex was named one of YW’s 150 Women of Influence. Alex has been honored several times on El Planeta’s Powermeter 100 Most Powerful People for Massachusetts’ Latinos. In 2012, Alex received an Honorary Doctorate from Emmanuel College and the Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award from the National Football League. In 2007, Alex was honored as a Barr Foundation Fellow – a program that recognizes Boston’s most gifted and experienced leaders. She also received the Freedom House Community Leader Award in 2006 and the Boston Celtics’ Hero Among Us Award in 2002. During her career, Alex has also received honors from Mayor Thomas Menino, the Boston Police Department, and Boston City Council. Alex holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Emmanuel College and a Master’s in Public Policy from Tufts University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882863122-O5CEKP33ANFHEZP72H5Y/Alex-Oliver-Davila.jpg Staff Bio Gallery - Alexandra Oliver-Dávila, Executive Director Executive Director alex@sociedadlatina.org For more than 20 years, Alexandra Oliver-Dávila has worked to create a community that supports Latino youth, values their input, and believes in their ability to create positive social change. Serving as Executive Director since 1999, Alex has transformed Sociedad Latina into a cutting-edge, data-driven, creative youth development organization. Under her leadership, Sociedad Latina has increased and diversified its budget, expanded board membership, increased the number of youth and families it works with and expanded programming. Through her grassroots community-based approach, Alex has forged cross-sector collaborations with dozens of partners, including colleges, hospitals, businesses, foundations and schools. This broad network of partnerships has enabled Sociedad Latina to leverage resources and offer youth greater access and opportunities to thrive. In addition, Alex serves as a Community Advisory Board representative for Children's Hospital Boston, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Beth Israel and the Brigham & Women’s Hospital, and Tufts University Tisch College Community Research Center. Alex also served on the Boston Public School Committee for 5 years and was the previous co-chair of the Greater Boston Latino Network (GBLN). Alex is a trustee of Emmanuel College, a trustee of the Anna B Stearns Foundation, a board member of Hale Reservation, the Friends of the Hernandez and is also a member of her local Ward. In recognition for her hard work and dedication to the Latino community in Boston, Alex has received a number of honors and recognitions over the years. In 2023 Alex was slected as a Pahara Fellow. In 2021, Alex was named as one of Boston’s most influential leaders by Boston Magazine. In 2018, Alex was selected by The Partnership to participate in the Next Generation Executive Leadership program and was named one of Boston’s Most 100 Influential People of Color by Get Konnected. In 2016 Alex was named one of YW’s 150 Women of Influence. Alex has been honored several times on El Planeta’s Powermeter 100 Most Powerful People for Massachusetts’ Latinos. In 2012, Alex received an Honorary Doctorate from Emmanuel College and the Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award from the National Football League. In 2007, Alex was honored as a Barr Foundation Fellow – a program that recognizes Boston’s most gifted and experienced leaders. She also received the Freedom House Community Leader Award in 2006 and the Boston Celtics’ Hero Among Us Award in 2002. During her career, Alex has also received honors from Mayor Thomas Menino, the Boston Police Department, and Boston City Council. Alex holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Emmanuel College and a Master’s in Public Policy from Tufts University. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882878860-BGPJNXDSL5R7UMJG4RCQ/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - Maria Grande - Director of Development Director of Development mariag@sociedadlatina.org Maria received her undergraduate degree in English Literature and Creative Writing from Providence College in 2015. After graduating from college, she worked as an AmeriCorp VISTA in the ServiceWorks program at Boston Cares and Sociedad Latina. Maria was hired in the Development Department at Sociedad Latina after completing her service year, and has made her way to Director of Development over six years. At Sociedad Latina, she oversees the organization’s fundraising efforts and marketing & communications, and supervises the Development Associate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882890926-XBXF2TFHHYJS4Z0GBKUL/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - Angelica Rodriguez - Program Director Program Director arodriguez@sociedadlatina.org Angelica Rodriguez’s passion for teaching and giving back to the community through education flourished during her seven years working for the nonprofit organization Community Actions Program Inter-City, Inc. She earned her undergraduate degree in Music, with a minor in Women Gender Studies, and her Master’s of Education, with a track in Learning, Teaching, and Education Transformation from University of Massachusetts, Boston. In 2017-2019, Angelica taught Spanish for grades 6-8 in the Public Schools of Brookline. As the Program Director, she oversees the implementation of our Pathways to Success programming, supervises management staff, and liaises with partners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882899738-VPJAMKDQMBEUOSU9LQRU/Juan+Maldonado.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Juan Maldonado - Associate Director Associate Director juan@sociedadlatina.org Juan Maldonado earned his undergraduate degree in Professional Music, with a concentration in Music Education, from Berklee College of Music. Prior to joining Sociedad Latina, Juan founded and directed a music school near Boston. He is a skilled musician, appearing in events such as the Monterey Jazz Festival, Bean Town Jazz Festival, Duke Ellington Jazz Festival, Sarasota Jazz Festival, and Heineken Jazz Festival. In 2014, Juan was awarded the Berklee Urban Service Award for his outstanding work with youth in Boston and selected as a chair for Boston Creates, a community-wide effort to harness creativity and build a shared vision for arts and culture in Boston. As Associate Director, Juan oversees all partnerships and supports with the day-to-day management of the organization. He is bilingual in English and Spanish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882911873-U2JB866FF9HIJI2EX2H6/IMG_0065.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Stephanie Aguayo - Manager of Arts, Culture, & Civic Engagement Manager of Arts, Culture, & Civic Engagement saguayo@sociedadlatina.org Stephanie Aguayo received her undergraduate degree in Interrelated Media from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She joined Sociedad Latina in 2016 as a work study arts instructor through the Center for Art and Community Partnerships at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. In 2019, Stephanie was hired as our Youth Community Organizers (YCO) Coordinator, working with our youth to create identity-driven and arts inclined programming to elevate youth voices and opinions on civic issues impacting their lives. She currently serves as our Manager of Arts, Culture, & Civic Engagement, having a passion for working with community members to create spaces of exploration, conversation, and change while fostering a broad sense of community. She is bilingual in English and Spanish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882924894-UK8DJEF5LZHMNL53TPKP/Andreaoriginal.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Andrea Gilbert - Office & Facilities Manager Office Manager acosta@sociedadlatina.org Andrea Gilbert obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Administrative Services from The University of Piura in Lima, Peru before setting her sights on further academic growth in the United States in 2016. Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Business Administration at Lesley University, Andrea strives to broaden her knowledge and skills in this field. Fluent in English, Spanish and French, Andrea’s multilingual abilities have enriched her experiences and interactions across cultures. As an immigrant and proud Latinx, Andrea is fueled by a sense of empowerment to make a difference in the lives of youth and her community, dedicating her efforts to the success of others at Sociedad Latina. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1753808388959-V3QO0SV0I0JSFS6DJ62C/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - Jose Martinez - Manager of College & Career Pathways Manager of College & Career Pathways jose@sociedadlatina.org Jose Martinez is the Manager of College & Career Pathways at Sociedad Latina. Originally from Puerto Rico, he moved to Massachusetts in 2012 and was first introduced to Sociedad Latina as a youth participant seeking direction after high school. Inspired by the support he received, Jose later returned as a College Coach, driven to give back to the community that helped shape his journey. He holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Lesley University and brings years of experience supporting youth in career exploration and post-secondary planning. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, Jose is passionate about building strong connections with youth and families across communities. He is committed to helping young people identify their strengths, set meaningful goals, and build bright futures. Jose is proud to be part of a team that uplifts and empowers the next generation through Sociedad Latina’s Pathways model. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883032815-1MCVBEW6RV57Q0AVGKWA/5C3A2268.jpg Staff Bio Gallery - Reyna Sanchez - Health and Wellness Manager Health and Wellness Manager rsanchez@sociedadlatina.org Reyna joined Sociedad Latina in the spring of 2024 as a Youth Development Specialist focusing on health education. With a background as an orthodontic assistant and treatment coordinator in a dental office, she brings extensive experience working closely with children and youth. Her time in Maui involved significant community engagement, fostering a passion for nonprofit work and youth development. In search of a new change of scenery, she relocated to Boston and was immediately drawn to Sociedad Latina's mission. Reyna is thrilled to grow with Sociedad Latina, empowering youth through educational, cultural, social-emotional, and professional support. Utilizing Sociedad Latina's Pathways model, she is committed to helping youth and families build long-term relationships, develop essential skills, and take pride in their cultures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1768327672497-SGSZJWQ0UHT5HUWEOPGQ/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - D'Anique Briggs - Youth Development Specialist Health Education D'Anique received her undergraduate degree in Health Sciences from Northeastern University focusing on holistic wellness practices and public health disparities. Throughout her time in college she worked as a Youth Development Lead for Boston's Office of Youth Employment & Opportunity creating and facilitating workshops on workforce and career readiness as well as relationship-building skills. There she developed a passion for youth development and wellness which she hopes to build upon as a Youth Development Specialist with Sociedad's Health Education program. D’Anique is excited to support youth and families through Sociedad Latina’s Pathways to Success model and is committed to empowering young people to build meaningful futures while honoring their community and heritage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882985390-H2P2NMBT5VWVBJ17EBIE/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - Alexis Daly - Youth Development Specialist College Access and Success Youth Development Specialist College Access and Success adaly@sociedadlatina.org Alexis received her bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Languages and Intercultural Studies from Coastal Carolina University. Alexis comes to Sociedad Latina with an extensive background in non-profit youth work, having worked with St. Stephen’s Youth Programs, a non-profit based in Boston's South End, throughout high school and college. As an undergraduate student, Alexis held multiple positions peer-advising and supporting multilingual learners and international students, all of which were rewarding and further solidified her plans to continue non-profit work after college. Passionate about higher-education access, uplifting youth and fostering confidence, Alexis is incredibly excited to join the Sociedad Latina team. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1513003856369-1WYHQSIBGISJ6UG11WRP/Alex+OD.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Alexandra Oliver-Dávila, Exec. Director Executive Director alex@sociedadlatina.org For over 20 years, Alexandra Oliver-Dávila has worked to create a community that supports and values young people and believes in their ability to create positive social change. Serving as Executive Director since 1999, Alex has transformed Sociedad Latina into a cutting-edge, data-driven youth development organization. Read full bio. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1758035303398-G161I972VCHNWQS106XS/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - Zoe Gray - Massachusetts Promise Fellow Massachusetts Promise Fellow zgray@sociedadlatina.org Zoe is a recent graduate from the University of Vermont, who pursued her studies in both English and Political Science. Joining Sociedad Latina in the fall of 2025, she serves as a Massachusetts Promise Fellow, primarily working with youth to facilitate access to post-secondary education. Working previously with another Boston-based nonprofit, is where she gained her love for working in the youth development field. Zoe is excited to join the team at Sociedad Latina, and is committed to helping youth, as well as their families cultivate a sense of, as well as navigating routes to success and development. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748882997315-PKUD8X0COC30QG8K7VBJ/5C3A2560.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Cristina Jiménez - Social Media and Marketing Associate Social Media and Marketing Associate cjimenez@sociedadlatina.org Cristina joined Sociedad Latina in the summer of 2024 as our Social Media and Marketing Associate, following the completion of her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Northeastern University. As a student, she researched growth marketing opportunities within human services and minority advancement-based nonprofit organizations. She looks forward to this new step with Sociedad Latina and working on expanding their connection with Mission Hill youth. Born and raised just outside of Washington DC to Puerto Rican parents, she is (mostly) bilingual in English and Spanish and is passionate about environmental sustainability, nurturing strong community ties, and the power of collective action. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883010778-6CN68EQLXUSAL9KIMZ8N/image-asset.png Staff Bio Gallery - Julia Morales - Youth Development Specialist Youth Community Organizers Youth Development Specialist Youth Community Organizers jmorales@sociedadlatina.org Julia Morales received her undergraduate degree in Political Science, with a focus on Performance Art & Social Change, from Northeastern University. During her time as an undergrad, she worked with Peace Through Play, which led her towards working with youth. Julia also collaborated with Revolutionary Spaces, with a focus on the power of words and visual art pieces as a catalyst for social change. She joined Sociedad Latina in the beginning of 2024 and currently serves as our Youth Development Specialist for our Youth Community Organizing program. Julia is ecstatic to join the team at Sociedad Latina and aspires to help youth use their voices. She is passionate about youth empowerment, involvement, and expression surrounding civic and social issues that affect Sociedad Latina’s youth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883022921-B3YL87UG3TSRPKQYDZQ3/Raquel+Navarro.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Raquel Navarro - Youth Development Specialist Music Clubhouse Youth Development Specialist Music Clubhouse rnavarro@sociedadlatina.org Raquel Navarro joined Sociedad Latina in 2012 as a Youth Artist and made her way up to a permanent staff position. She is a vocal performer and learned to play the bass and piano at Sociedad Latina. As a Youth Artist, she composed three original songs and performed at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA), House of Blues Boston, the Museum of Fine Arts, and other events across Boston. She is currently attending Roxbury Community College, where she is pursuing music. At Sociedad Latina, Raquel is the Youth Development Specialist for our Youth Artists Mastery Program, leading workshops, ensembles, and afterschool programming. She is bilingual in English and Spanish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1512651498905-A9J2NSTGH7IB95QUHLX6/Abraham+Sierra.JPG Staff Bio Gallery - Abraham Sierra Jr. - ALAS Coach ALAS College Access & Success Coach asierra@sociedadlatina.org Abraham Sierra, Jr. is currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Human Services from Bunker Hill Community College and plans to transfer to a four-year college to receive his undergraduate degree in Expressive Arts Therapy. Prior to joining Sociedad Latina, Abraham was an AmeriCorps Vista ServiceWorks Member, working with youth ages 16-24 in developing college and career readiness skills while integrating community service. He is bilingual in English and Spanish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1758035501581-8FPLRRK0LM8F9J08OXZ7/Website+Staff+Icons+%2818%29.png Staff Bio Gallery - Ava Spach - Youth Development Specialist Environmental and Food Justice Youth Development Specialist Environmental and Food Justice aspach@sociedadlatina.org Ava joined Sociedad Latina in the summer of 2025 as a Youth Development Specialist in Environmental & Food Justice. At Clark University in Worcester, Ava received her bachelor's in Economics and Spanish and her master's in Community Development & Planning, with a concentration in Refugees, Forced Migration & Belonging. She comes to Sociedad Latina with several experiences working for food justice in her community. After a few years of food access work, Ava is excited to bring this passion to Boston youth. She is happiest when she is making community connections, learning alongside youth, or exploring local farmer's markets. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1643297952069-21S6KSKSQ0JCYM5EC6KM/IMG_5034.jpg Staff Bio Gallery - Jenna Clark - Workforce and Community Engagement Coordinator Jenna Clark is a senior at Northeastern University where she studies Human Services and Communication. She completed her second and final co-op at Sociedad Latina as the Community Engagement Assistant, primarily working with volunteers coming to the organization. After this great experience with Sociedad Latina, she was hired as the Workforce and Community Engagement Coordinator. Most of her experience is in the nonprofit sector; she worked her first co-op at Rosie's Place and has also worked with United South End Settlements and the Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership. Jenna is passionate about combating systemic oppression and plans on devoting her life to this mission. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1748883076629-7ZAJL2YR7TWQX9S4TINJ/Wandel+Tropman+SL+Photo.jpg Staff Bio Gallery - Wandel Tropman - Office Associate Office Associate wtropman@sociedadlatina.org Wandel was born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and moved to the United States in 2021. He has been interested in music from a young age, specifically salsa and merengue orchestras from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. When he moved to Boston, he joined Sociedad Latina for our music program. He is an alumnus of our Youth Artists Mastery Program, specializing in percussions. He graduated English High School in 2024 and joined our staff as a Junior Alumni Fellow before being hired as our Office Associate. Wandel continues to work at Sociedad Latina because of the familial and respectful culture and contribution and promotion of Latine cultures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5887a03329687f87b3fc146d/1763052018594-XPELGDGL7T2MR4XZYRMH/Website+Staff+Icons+%2819%29.png Staff Bio Gallery - Charlie Williams - Development Associate Development Associate cwilliams@sociedadlatina.org Charlie Williams received his undergraduate degree in Creative Writing from Emerson College in 2025. Hailing from just outside Washington, DC, Charlie developed a passion for engaging with politics and seeing the direct result of social advocacy through effective communication. With a background in copyediting, nonprofit marketing, and fiction writing, he is thrilled to join Sociedad Latina as the Development Associate. 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