Urban River Restoration Apprentice
I’m a Chicana environmental educator and cultural worker from Douglas, AZ. My great love for my desert homeland, its people, plants, animals, food, rivers, and rich cultural heritage inspired me to pursue a B.A. in Environmental Studies with a minor in Mexican-American Studies from the University of Arizona. My education underscored the vital importance of cultural work as a tool for community healing and deepening our connection to the unique environmental conditions of the U.S.-Mexico borderlands. As an environmental educator, I have worked to design culturally relevant curriculum for Title 1 K-12 students in Douglas and Tucson, encouraging youth to connect with themselves and their heritage by working directly with the land, studying local history, and reflecting through eco-conscious artistic practice. In my personal time, I am a photographer, graphic designer, gardener, and community organizer who loves to explore the world, cook, and share meals with friends and family.