LATINO LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM CLASS OF 2017 YEARBOOK

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1 LATINO LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM CLASS OF 2017 YEARBOOK

2 Leslie Alvarado is a LGBTQ Program Lead/Sr. Medical/Clinical Social Worker with HCR Home Care. Leslie's areas of interest include: the LGBTQ Community, Aging, Organizational Development and Planning, Youth and Healthcare. Her areas of expertise are: Healthcare, Social Work, Education, Counseling and Program Development. Leslie participated in the LLDP to help strengthen her leadership skills, become more involved within the Latino community while continuing to grow as a professional and individual. Leslie is looking to explore volunteer opportunities in the community that feed her passion of providing quality services/care to underrepresented populations. Leslie hopes to create change through involvement on boards or committees that focus on Healthcare, Youth, Aging and LGBTQ services. Contact: lrado13@gmail.com Mariany Baquero is a Hepatitis C Care Coordinator with Trillium Health. Mariany s areas of interest are: Youth, Substance Abuse, Mental Health Counseling and Healthcare. Mariany participated in the LLDP to become a leader in the Latino community and be able to connect with Latino Leaders that are currently making an impact within the community. She would also like to participate on a board or committee in order to have a voice in the decisions made in the community. She plans to participate with health initiatives targeting the Latino community. Her passion is Healthcare, she would like to volunteer with agencies that provide health education, health assessments and research. Contact: mbaquero@albany.edu

3 Anthony Camilo is a Commanding Officer with the Rochester Police Department. His areas of interest are: Homelessness/Housing, Community Development & Planning, Crime & Anti-Social Behavior, Job Training and Education. His areas of expertise are: Community Relations, Public Relations and Government. Anthony participated in the LLDP to enhance his personal and professional growth as a leader. He also hoped to learn more about the community and how to serve it. Anthony plans to take steps to become a part of various committees and boards. He would also like to volunteer at charitable events. Contact: tech230a@gmail.com Gabriela Conti is a Patient Care Manager with Community Health Cancer Services Program of Monroe County at the University of Rochester. Her area of interest and expertise is Health. Gabriela participated in the LLDP to grow as a leader within the Latino community and to help break the barriers that prevent individuals from having a successful life. Gabriela plans to get more involved with Latino organizations and become a committee member. Contact: gabriela_conti@urmc.rochester.edu

4 Alex Cruz is a Teacher at ABC Headstart. His areas of interest are: Youth with Developmental Delays and Education. Alex s areas of expertise is Education especially Early Childhood Education Alex participated in the LLDP to strengthen his skills as a professional, learn about volunteer opportunities in the community, therefore; increasing my participation in community activities and making an impact in the lives of youth. Alex plans to advocate for youth, become a mentor and engage in meaningful activities that enrich their lives. Contact: alessandroalicruz@hotmail.com Luis Cruz is a Assistant Operations Superintendent with the City of Rochester. His areas of interest are: Homelessness/Housing, Community Planning and Development and Youth. Luis s areas of expertise are: Administration and Government. Luis participated in the LLDP is to obtain leadership skills that will help with career advancement, as well as, effective decision making skills. Luis plans to volunteer in an agency that helps our homeless community. Contact: luiscruz_585@yahoo.com

5 Dalia Falú is a Registered Nurse employed by the University of Rochester. Her areas of interest are: Community Development/Planning, Women s Issues, Education and Health. Her areas of expertise are: Healthcare, Training, Social Work and Counseling. Dalia participated in the LLDP to grow professionally by connecting to the power that already exists within our community and identify the most effective way to support the needs of the Rochester community As Co-Class Representative of the Class of 2017, she plans to support future LLDP classes and the many people that made attending the classes such an amazing experience for her. She also plans to support women in our community through education about the health of their families. Contact: daliafalu@gmail.com Jeiri Flores is a Southwest Quadrant Team Leader working with Flower City Ameri-Corps. Jeiri s areas of interest are: Aging, Blind or Visually Disabled Persons, Youth, Physically Handicapped Persons, Legal Assistance, Women s Issues and Education. Her areas of expertise are: Administration, Consulting, Education, Program Development and Advocacy. Jeiri participated in the LLDP to build a stronger connection with the Latino community in the Greater Rochester area. Jeiri plans to seek out volunteer positions in the community. Contact: Jeiri.i.flores@gmail.com

6 Christiney Fraguada is a Youth Advocate, II with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection. Her areas of interest are: Homelessness/Housing, Community Development/Planning, Youth and Education. Christiney s area of expertise is Education. Christiney participated in the LLDP to obtain skills that will enhance her ability to be a stronger link between the community and available services. She would like to serve the Rochester community through joining boards, volunteerism, as well as, attending events centralized in the nurturing of the community. Contact: chrisjfrag@gmail.com Agustin González is a Police Officer in the City of Rochester. His areas of interest are: Crime & Anti-Social Behavior, Domestic Abuse, and Youth. Agustin participated in the LLDP to connect with organizations that will allow him to effectively and professionally advocate for the betterment of the Latino community. Agustin plans to reach out to established organizations that are working within the community for the Latino population. Contact: agustin.gonzalez@cityofrochester.gov

7 Elisa Heckathorn is Director of Operations for All-American Home Care. Elisa s areas of interest are: Re-entry of individuals to Society from Prison, Crime and Anti-Social Behavior and Health. Her areas of expertise are: Administration, Community Relations, Program Development, Healthcare, Medicaid, Managed Care Systems and Nursing Home Transitions. Elisa participated in the LLDP for Education, Development, Growth, Networking and the ability to give back to the community. Elisa plans to give back, invest in the community and help others to transition from prison back into the community. Contact: eheckathorn@all-americanhomecare.com or elisaheckathorn@gmail.com Karina Iglesias-Mendez is a Lead Teacher with the YMCA. Karina s areas of interest are: Crime and Anti-Social Behavior, Domestic Violence, Youth Women s Issues and Education. Her areas of expertise are: Fundraising and Education. Karina joined the LLDP to grow professionally and to gain access to volunteer opportunities. Karina is open to any opportunity that affords her the opportunity to help Teen Mothers and other Youth. Contact: kiglesias27@gmail.com

8 g Christina Lopez is a Community Health Specialist at Trillium Health. Christina s areas of interest are: HIV Prevention, Homelessness/Housing, Substance Abuse, Harm Reduction, Mental Health Counseling and Healthcare. Her areas of expertise are: Healthcare, Social Work and Counseling Christina participated in the LLDP to gain leadership skills to help her better educate and help her clients become leaders as well. Christina plans to get more involved in community events within the community. Contact: christinalealopez007@gmail.com Javier Malave is a Program Manager at Harris Corporation. Javier s areas of interest are: Children and Youth, STEM Education, Job Training, Disabilities, and Education. His areas of expertise are: Administration, Computer Programming, Computer Systems, Finance/Accounting, Project Management, Program Development and Financial Long-Range Planning. Javier participated in the LLDP to enhance his connection to the Latino community in Rochester and to better understand its struggles. Javier would like to restart the Latino Resource Group at his workplace and seek ways to benefit the community through it. He would also like to get involved with any program that plans and implements STEM Education in the community. Contact: jmalave@harris.com

9 Johnnathan Martinez is a Clerk with the Monroe County Board of Elections. Johnnathan s areas of interest are: Community Development and Planning, Education, Civic Engagement and Political Science. His areas of expertise are: Community Relations, Fundraising, Government and Program Development. Johnnathan participated in the LLDP to garner the traits necessary to serve in a public capacity. Johnnathan plans to serve on a board as a liaison for the Latino community. He wants be a voice for the Latino community in interactions with elected officials. Contact: jhnnthn.mrtnz@gmail.com Zuleima Martinez-Ramos is a Homeownership Program Coordinator for the Housing Zuleima s areas of interest are: Housing, Community Development & Planning, Job Training, Budget/Audit and Women s Issues. Her areas of expertise are: Administration, Counseling, Training, Program Development and Financial Long-Range Planning. Zuleima participated in the LLDP to learn how to participate on a board or committee. She also wants to connect with the Latino community and get out of her comfort zone. Zuleima would like to serve as a resource for others in her community. She would like to also consult with community members on how to manage money. Contact: zuleimams@hotmail.com

10 Maricela Marquez is a Community Health Worker at Rochester Regional Health. Maricela s areas of interest are Fundraising, Immigration, Youth and Legal Assistance. Her areas of expertise are: Fundraising, Sales, Social Work and Health. Maricela participated in the LLDP because she has an urgent need to help the community, grow professionally and personally. Maricela plans to become civically engaged within our community. Contact: marimarquezz.mm@gmail.com Glory Ortiz is a HPOG Coordinator/Navigator with Ibero American Action League. Glory s areas of interest are: Support Services, Domestic Violence, Youth, Community Development & Planning and Women s Issues. Glory s areas of expertise are: Administration, Community Relations, Case Management and Program Development. Glory participated in the in the LLDP to learn more about our community s needs and to gain valuable skills to help her advance professionally. She plans to continue serving those in need through case management, outreach, support services and advocacy. Contact: glory.ortiz@yahoo.com

11 Rachel Post is a Relationship Manger at the United Way of Greater Rochester. Rachel s areas of interest are: Community Development, Refugee Resettlement, illiteracy and Women s Issues. Her areas of expertise are: Administration, Fundraising and Marketing. Rachel participated in the LLDP to meet members of her new community and find ways to become involved with Rochester Non-for-Profits. She also hoped to strengthen her leadership skills. Rachel would like to work on a Finance Committee on a local board. Contact: rachel.post@alum.wellesley.edu Casara Rodriguez is a Performance Coach at Excellus BlueCross Blue Shield. Casara s areas of interest are: Aging, Homelessness/Housing, Community Development Planning, Crime and Anti-Social Behavior, Youth, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, Legal Assistance, Mental Health/Counseling and Women s Issues. Casara participated in the LLDP to obtain additional leadership skills to advance her career, as well as, be a better leader in the community and give back in more than one way. Casara plans to pay it forward and to help link community members with resources within the community. Contact: casararodriguez@gmail.com

12 Ruth E. Torres is an Employment Specialist at Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection. Ruth s areas of interest are Aging, Community Development & Planning, Job Training, Art, Youth Illiteracy, Mental Health Counseling, Women s Issues and Education. Ruth s areas of expertise are Community Relations, Sales, Fundraising, Social Work, Counseling, Training, Program Development and Marketing. Ruth participated in the LLDP to grow personally, acquire skills as an emerging leader and make connections with others who are like-minded. She plans to continue to educate herself about the needs of the community and apply the skills that she has learned to benefit causes that she is passionate about. Contact: torres.ruth54@yahoo.com Anibal Vasquez is a Senior Foreman, Electrician with I.B.E.W. Local 86. Anibal s areas of interest are: Community Development and Job Training. Anibal s areas of expertise are: Training, Industrial Electrical Construction in Medical Facilities, Quality Assurance Productivity, Field Administration, Electrical Code and Fire Safety Systems. Anibal participated in the LLDP to enhance his leadership skills and make a positive impact in the community. He would also like to introduce youth in the community to the professional levels of the skilled trades. Contact: anibalavasquez@gmail.com

13 Liz Vazquez is a Sr. School Secretary with the Rochester City School District. Liz s areas of interest are: Community Development & Planning, Young Adult Programs and Youth. Liz s areas of expertise are: Administration, Community Relations, Fundraising and Public Relations Liz participated in the LLDP to develop her leadership and communication skills and increase her participation within the community. She plans to serve the Rochester Area by utilizing networking, partnership and volunteer opportunities. Liz would like to participate on a board that would allow her to advocate for and be a voice of hope, motivation and change in the community. Contact: lizmo40@hotmail.com

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