Anita Gonzales is a New Mexico State Representative for District 70, elected in 2024. A native of Las Vegas, NM, she is a multi-generational Northern New Mexican from the Lopez Family of Villanueva and the Gallegos Family of Las Vegas. She serves as Deputy Director for NM MESA and holds an MBA from New Mexico Highlands University.
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Family & Heritage
Multi-generational Northern New Mexican from Las Vegas, NM. Born to the Lopez Family of Villanueva and the Gallegos Family of Las Vegas. Her grandmothers fought for their education and self-taught themselves literacy. Hispana/Nuevomexicana heritage.
Political Career
Before Politics
Deputy Director of NM MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) since 2020; Statewide Program Coordinator with NM MESA for 17 years; Regional Manager with NM Hispanic Youth Institute; Acequia Commissioner
Education
MBA in Sports Administration, New Mexico Highlands University, 2007; B.A. in Human Performance & Sport, New Mexico Highlands University, 2004; Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
Key Issues & Priorities
Education equity, STEM access for underrepresented students, water rights, rural community development, women and children, acequia governance