Past Young Leaders of Today

 

	Rachel Ruiz April 2008 Rachel Ruiz is an outstanding student of Cuban descent who is dedicated to making a difference in her school and community of Miami, FL. When Rachel arrived in the United States four years ago, she did not speak English and was required to take ESOL classes. <read more>
	Amanda Barboza March 2008 At only 18 years of age Amanda has already left an indelible impression upon both her peers and teachers at Chavez High School by not merely excelling in the Genesys Works program, but also committing herself to utilizing her new skills in efforts to positively impact her local community. <read more>
	Raven Medina February 2008 At just 18 years old, Raven Medina has already established herself as an outstanding young leader in her community of San Antonio, TX. Raven’s contributions to the lives of those in San Antonio are exemplified by the over 550 hours of volunteer service which she has performed with various non-profit organizations. <read more>
	Ana Rosa Martinez January 2008 At age 16, Ana Rosa Martinez is an outstanding young leader of Salvadoran descent from Washington, D.C. Ana Rosa strives to make a difference in her life and the lives that surround her daily through her dedication to members of her community. <read more>
	Eugenia (Gina) Murillo December 2007 As a small child, Eugenia (Gina) Murillo grew up in Long Island City in Queens, NY. She would go on daily walks to the pier and would see the United Nations from afar. She was fascinated and intrigued that people with significantly opposing views and from all around the world came together, to discuss important global issues. <read more>
	Jesus Alcala November 2007 At age 18, Jesus Alcala is a dependable and a dedicated young leader from La Blanca, Texas. Of Mexican descent, he strives to make a difference in his life and the lives that surround him daily. <read more>
	Brenda Lizzet Lopez August 2007 Language at times separates us from others, but Brenda Lizzet Lopez has a plan to fill the healthcare gaps for the Latino community surrounding her. She is an eighteen-year-old bilingual student of Mexican heritage dedicated to becoming a dental hygienist.  <read more>
	Elena Carolina Svetlana Arciniega July 2007 At age 18, Elena Carolina Svetlana Arciniega is a well respected leader and outstanding role model in the cities of Riverside, Moreno Valley, and throughout the county of Riverside, California. Of Mexican descent, she continuously dedicates her time and energy towards improving social, environmental and youth-related causes.  <read more>
	Rene Octavio Valenzuela June 2007 To fly…man’s greatest dream has become his own. Rene Octavio Valenzuela has had a chance to fly on earth before he flies the actual skies above. He is an eighteen-year-old bilingual student of Mexican heritage who has learned to soar high, serve and lead his peers.  <read more>
	Rosangela Serrano Morales May 2007 From a Brownie Girl Scout to a Platoon Commander in the Navy Junior ROTC today; Rosangela Serrano Morales has continuously given service to the communities she has lived in. She is a seventeen-year-old bilingual girl of Puerto Rican heritage who has learned to cross the cultural divide, to serve and to be part of a nation where diversity can no longer be ignored.  <read more>
	Danielle Alvarez March 2007 At 18 years old, Danielle Alvarez has established a legacy of service. Living in Parker, Colorado, Danielle is of Puerto Rican descent and the proud daughter of a military family. She currently attends Ponderosa High School.  <read more>
	Sarah Diaz February 2007 To call Sarah Diaz, 17, “wise beyond her years” hardly begins to tell her story. Raised in California’s Castro Valley, Sarah is both an avid student and a devoted daughter. Maintaining those roles, however, has not always been easy. <read more>
	Yaima Gonzalez January 2007 Yaima Gonzalez, in addition to be a CHCI Scholar, is now our Emerging Leader of the month. Yaima is the daughter of proud parents Martha and Pedro Gonzalez. Yaima was one of the youngest in her graduating class and yet she impacted the world around her in an unimaginable and unforgettable way. <read more>
	Isaac Guillermo Lara December 2006 On only seventeen years old, Isaac Guillermo Lara is giving the Latino community a political voice through voting, when he himself is not yet of age to vote.  He looked around his town of Fair Lawn, New Jersey and decided that he must help his community and educate others about his Bolivian culture.  <read more>
	Angie Lizeth Cruz October 2006 Growing up in a low income barrio in the city of La Puente, California while surpassing frontiers, languages, and personal hardships has allowed Angie Lizeth Cruz to realize and reflect on her culture’s needs and aspirations. At 18 years of age, it’s safe to say that she has a clear idea of what she wants to do in her life. <read more>
	Veronica Pozas September 2006 Veronica Pozas, of Scituate, Massachusetts, will be attending Providence College, in Providence, Rhode Island, beginning in the fall of 2006. She is enrolled in the Mathematics Secondary Education program at Providence College and would, ultimately, like to declare a double major in music performance.
	Kendrys Vasquez January 2006 He is a strong leader with goals and a vision to make the community a better place. He spends his time attending leadership conferences and programs in order to enrich, advance, and strengthen his leadership skills.