Nurturing Latina Leaders for a Brighter Tomorrow

At Madrinas Para Latinas, we are dedicated to empowering young Latina students by providing mentorship, resources, and a supportive community.

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Empowering Latina Students:

Nurturing Future Leaders

Madrinas Para Latinas, a groundbreaking mentorship program founded by Veronica Macias and C.R. Lara, is dedicated to empowering Latina students in San Luis Obispo County to discover their passions, develop essential skills, and build the confidence necessary to become influential leaders. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by Latina youth, this program provides personalized career guidance and support, equipping students with the tools and resources needed to achieve their academic and professional goals.

 

Through one-on-one mentoring, Madrinas Para Latinas connects Latina students with experienced Latina professionals who offer guidance, support, and mentorship. By fostering strong relationships with these mentors, students gain valuable insights into various career paths, develop essential skills, and build their confidence.

 

The program's focus on personal, educational, and professional development is rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges faced by many Latina families. By involving both students and parents in the process, Madrinas Para Latinas aims to create a supportive environment that promotes academic success and personal growth.

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Mission Statement:

To nurture a vibrant community where Latina students ages 12-17 discover their passions, develop essential skills, and build the confidence to become influential leaders in the world ahead.

Vision Statement:

A future where Madrianas Para Latinas graduates are empowered to pursue their dreams with determination, make a positive impact on their communities, and inspire the next generation of Latinas to achieve greatness.
Guiding our vision:

Committed Leaders Shaping the Future of Latina Empowerment.

Our Board of Directors is dedicated to empowering Latina students through strategic guidance, fostering community, and creating opportunities for future leaders.

Board of Directors:

Veronica Macias-President

Originally from Mazatlán, Mexico, I have over a decade of experience as an Executive Assistant in accounting, sales, marketing, and public relations. A resident of Templeton since 2002, I have proudly served as the President of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) for nine years

Isabel Cristina Castañeda

Born in Los Angeles, California, to migrant parents, I have spent much of my life navigating between the U.S. and Mexico. I earned my Accounting degree from Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero in 1998 and worked as both an accountant and an English teacher until 2005, when I decided to return to the U.S.

Rocio Hernandez-Secretary

As a first-generation college graduate and Latina, I grew up in San Luis Obispo County and earned my BA in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from Columbia College. I understand the challenges that Latina students face in navigating the college experience, as I successfully charted my own path through higher education.
Guiding our vision:

Sowing hope, reaping change

Partnering with Latina students to achieve their dreams: Through mentorship, community, and opportunity.

Staff:

Veronica Macias-Executive Director/Founder

Originally from Mazatlán, Mexico, I have over a decade of experience as an Executive Assistant in accounting, sales, marketing, and public relations. A resident of Templeton since 2002, I have proudly served as the President of the District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) for nine years

Isabel Cristina Castañeda

Born in Los Angeles, California, to migrant parents, I have spent much of my life navigating between the U.S. and Mexico. I earned my Accounting degree from Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero in 1998 and worked as both an accountant and an English teacher until 2005, when I decided to return to the U.S.

Rocio Hernandez-Secretary

As a first-generation college graduate and Latina, I grew up in San Luis Obispo County and earned my BA in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from Columbia College. I understand the challenges that Latina students face in navigating the college experience, as I successfully charted my own path through higher education.

Empowering Through Mentorship:

Connecting Hearts and Minds

Darlene Azevedo

I am part of Madrinas para Latinas because I believe in empowering families to accomplish their educational and career goals together uplifts our communities and gives us all a stronger future. Darlene Azevedo

Miriam Lomelino

After earning a Bachelor's degree in Spanish and Biology from Occidental College, I pursued a medical degree at UC Irvine. I completed my residency in Family Medicine at Pomona Valley Medical Center.

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