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Notable Awards and Recognition
2024 Nominee for Community Connector: United Latinas
2023 Social Work Advocate of the Year: Latino Social Work Coalition Scholarship Fund
2021, Transformation Social Justice Leader recognized by the Marquis Who’s Who
2005 Manchester Who’s Who Recognized Executive Professional in the Non-profit Sector
Featured Projects
Projects
Housing Initiative-Social Practice Model
Nov 2022 - Apr 2023
Developed a housing initiative integrating social practice, a non-clinical approachleveraging an intentional community.
Involved community members as active decision-makers in the social environment.
Housing Resource Center (HRC)
Feb 2022 - Feb 2023
Established the first Housing Resource Center within the clubhouse model to provide comprehensive housing resources.
Facilitated collaborations with external housing partners, conducted staff training, and supported members facing housing instability.
Positive Housing for ALL
Dec 2015 - Jun 2017
Managed a program providing social and medical services, including housing, to individuals with HIV/AIDS not eligible for HASA benefits.
The initiative concluded after the passing of the HASA for ALL Law by Former Governor Cuomo.
Housing Retention Program
Dec 2015 - Jun 2016
Designed to assist individuals with HIV/AIDS in HASA SROs and hotels in acquiring permanent housing.
Continued providing support for one-year post-housing to ensure community integration and prevent recidivism.
Robin Hood Initiative: New York Immigrant Program
Jul 2006 - Jun 2008
Executed and evaluated a program offering healthcare, legal services, ESL/GED classes, and case management to immigrants with HIV/AIDS.
Collaborated with consulates for preventive HIV education and referrals.
Housing Works-Adult Day Center
Jun 2006 - Jul 2007
Launched the first Adult Day Center by Housing Works, providing comprehensive services to over 5,000 individuals with HIV/AIDS annually.
Robin Hood - Single Stop Initiative: Earn Benefits
Jun 2005 - Jun 2006
Managed the initiative at Workforce 1 Career Center in Harlem, NY, serving as a model for expansion in NYC's workforce development programs.
HRSA: HIV/AIDS Prenatal Program
May 2004 - May 2005
Collaborated with Mt. Sinai Hospital to offer comprehensive care to pregnant womenwith HIV/AIDS, including health services, case management, and housing referrals.
Airbridge HIV/AIDS Program
May 2002 - May 2004
Provided comprehensive healthcare and support to individuals with HIV/AIDS traveling between Puerto Rico and NYC.