New York State Assemblymember representing the 34th district in Queens. Of Paraguayan and Puerto Rican descent. First Latina Assembly member for District 34. Chairs the Subcommittee on Human Trafficking and serves as Board Secretary of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus.
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About
Family & Heritage
Born on May 19, 1976. Of Paraguayan and Puerto Rican descent. Grew up in a multicultural household that shaped her commitment to social justice and advocacy for Latinx communities.
Political Career
Before Politics
Executive Director of the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice for over 13 years. Adjunct Clinical Professor at NYU School of Law. Adjunct Professor at NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service and CUNY City College, teaching courses on state government, Latinidad, reproductive rights, and political advocacy.
Education
BA in International Relations (cum laude), Boston University; MPA (Public and Nonprofit Management and Public Policy), NYU Wagner School; Certificate in Nonprofit Management, Columbia University Business School Executive Leadership Program
Key Issues & Priorities
Reproductive rights and abortion justice
Immigrant rights and sanctuary state protections
LGBTQ liberation and gender equity
Universal child care
Workers' rights and labor power