1. Tell us about yourself.
I was born and raised in New Jersey, but have chosen to spend some time learning about life in El Paso recently. I have a Bachelor's degree in Child Advocacy and another in Psychology from Montclair State University. I have a passion for helping others and knowing I am doing the absolute best I can to do my part in this world. I also love all animals, especially my puppy Lucas.
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I was born in El Paso and lived in Cd. Juarez before coming back to El Paso at the age of 10. I graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a double major in Human Resources and Computer Information Systems. I have worked in the non-profit sector all my life. I have been married for 4 years. Recently, I became a proud father of a beautiful baby girl. One of my favorite things to do is travel.
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My name is Valerie Mendoza, and I am the Community Resource Specialist for the El Paso United Family Resiliency Center. I am a mother of two. My son is 18 and my daughter is 13. We are a baseball family. My son has played baseball since he was 3 and my daughter has played softball since she was 8. Most of our free time is spent at some type of ball field. I am born and raised in this beautiful city and am so proud to call it home! I have worked in social services field for 11 years. I absolutely love helping the people of my community.
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I was born here in El Paso and spent my childhood in our sister city, Ciudad Juárez. I have a passion for business and for helping people -- that is what drives me in my career. I always ask myself, “how can I make a business while helping others?” That question is what led me to a career in business. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from UTEP. Soon I’ll be enrolling in business school to pursue an M.B.A. to fulfill my business goals.
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I’m a native New Englander transplanted to El Paso by the military. In 2016, I graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a Master’s degree in Social Work and am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). I have 16 years of experience working in the social services field with children and their families, transition aged youth, and the criminal justice population.
2. Give us a description of what you do for the El Paso United Family Resiliency Center.
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I’m a native El Pasoan and I hold a degree in Social Work from The University of Texas at El Paso. I’ve been part of this great team at United Way for three years. I enjoy dancing, traveling, and having walks with my dog Bruno.
2. Give us a description of what you do for the El Paso United Family Resiliency Center.
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I am a second generation American. I graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a Bachelors in Social Work. I am an Army Veteran, the oldest of 3 siblings, and the father of two beautiful boys.
2. Give us a description of what you do for the El Paso United Family Resiliency Center.
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