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Barbara (she/her) was born in Teocaltiche, Mexico and moved to California as a kid. She was inspired to follow a career in habitat restoration after witnessing the disproportional impact that climate change has on BIPOC communities. Barbara has a degree in Forestry and Natural Resources from UC Berkeley. Prior to joining Grassroots Ecology, she worked… Continue Reading Barbara Camacho Garcia

Maryanna (she/her) grew up surrounded by mountains in Palmer, Alaska but didn’t start climbing and mountaineering until she moved to Seattle in 2010. She is currently the Guide Manager at Alpine Ascents International, where she takes a leading role in diversity and inclusion efforts and affinity programming. When she’s off the clock, Mary is a… Continue Reading Maryanna Brown

Esabella (E-suh-bella) Bonner (she/her) is a long-time Santa Cruz resident, entrepreneur, and visionary working to help bridge our local community. Bella is a Cabrillo and SJSU alumni receiving her Associates Degree in Sociology and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration specializing in Human Resource Management. Bella is the founder and executive director of Black… Continue Reading Esabella Bonner

Daisy Ambriz-Peres (she/her) was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. She is a first generation American, daughter of Mexican immigrants. For Daisy, who she is, her language, her culture, and her conservation ethics are greatly influenced by her family and heritage. In 2016, she moved to Humboldt County, California. She graduated in the Spring… Continue Reading Daisy Ambriz-Peres

Asiah (she/her) is a youth outdoor educator passionate about providing individuals the space, tools, and knowledge to enjoy outdoor adventure. She currently works as the Director of Student Life, Equity, and Belonging at Alzar School. She aims to use experiences gained from work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and skills learned in the backcountry to… Continue Reading Asiah Allen

Jorge (he/him) is a queer DACA recipient originating from Guanajuato, Mexico. He currently live in East Oakland but spent his childhood in Arizona. He has been an educator working with youth for 10 years, with a focus on intersectional environmentalism, and he is currently working with the Friends of Peralta Hacienda Historical Park Organization whose… Continue Reading Jorge Alberto Lara Castillo