Doreen Ybarra Gallegos is a New Mexico State Representative for District 52, serving since 2013. A sixth-generation New Mexican with family roots in Berino, Anthony, and Las Alturas, she earned her bachelor's and master's in social work from NMSU. She previously served as executive director of Mesilla Valley CASA.
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About
Family & Heritage
Nuevomexicana with deep Hispanic roots in southern NM. Full name Doreen Ybarra Gallegos. Family roots in Berino, Anthony, Mesquite, and Las Alturas in Dona Ana County. Her son is their fifth generation in the area.
Political Career
Before Politics
Executive Director, Mesilla Valley CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), advocating for children in foster care; social worker
Education
B.A. in Social Work, New Mexico State University; M.A. in Social Work, New Mexico State University
Key Issues & Priorities
Early childhood education, child welfare, commerce and economic development, healthcare, education funding, taxation and revenue