Born in Central America, I have lived in 4 countries, 7 states, and 17 different cities. I investigated child abuse, resettled refugees, and worked (21 years) in social work administration. My experience includes emergency shelters, transitional housing, Housing First, permanent supportive housing, food pantries, licensed childcare, youth camps, and emergency disaster services. I’ve served on several FEMA boards, VOADs, COCs, Rotary Clubs, and boards/committees. I earned my MSW at NNU in 2003