Adolfo Ventura, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of MAAC Project, Brings Community Leadership to Life
By Melanie Slone Growing up, Adolfo Ventura benefitted from the guidance of counselors and…
Inspiring Stories
MiraCosta College Welcomes New Superintendent/President Dr. Lennor M. Johnson
Interview by Kirk Whisler and Beatriz Palmer; Article by Melanie Slone Dr. Lennor M.…
Saraí Marcelín: From House Cleaner to Leader in Behavioral Health
Latina Immigrant Lives Her Dream and Offers Hope to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities By…
A Dream Come True: Attorney Maricela Amezola Leads Immigrants to Citizenship and Beyond
By Melanie Slone “I knew I wanted to be a lawyer when I was…
No Hurdle Too High: Attorney Geraldine Von Borstel Beats the Odds to Represent Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence
By Melanie Slone “Why don’t you study something else? You’ll never pass.” Geraldine Von…
From Teen Mom to Renowned Author, Speaker & Mentor
Latino Book & Family Festival Featured Speaker Erica Alfaro Shares Hope through Storytelling By…
A Book a Day Can Lead the Way: Jose Cruz Heads Literacy Efforts through the San Diego Council on Literacy
By Melanie Slone Half of the kids attending school in San Diego County do…
Xiomara Arroyo Talks Education, Financial Empowerment, and Cultural Foundations
Tips for Upward Mobility in Our Communities By Melanie Slone “We all hear the…
From Asylum Seeker to Public Health Officer
Dr. Sayone Thihalolipavan Leads Local Partners in Keeping Our County Healthy By Melanie Slone…