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Isabella Diaz is an undergraduate Public Health student concentrating in public policy. Passionate about promoting Latina health and empowerment, Isabella currently works as a research assistant for Calma, Conversa, y Cría, a program dedicated to reducing maternal stress in Latina communities. She recently collaborated with Latina peers to produce a research poster for this project, which earned the prestigious Â鶹ÊÓƵ Mathias Award for Social Science. Beyond research, Isabella actively advocates for her community’s future as a community organizer for United We Dream, the largest youth-led organization supporting undocumented migrant rights. Dedicated to amplifying Latina voices in leadership, she also conducts research for Latinas Represent, a national organization committed to supporting Latinas pursuing public office. Isabella’s work is fueled by her belief in the resilience and potential of her community, inspiring her to champion social change and equity.

Ariana Silva-Babilonia is a second-year graduate student at Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s School of International Service, studying International Development with certificates in Humanitarian Policy and Global Health and Culture. Serving as Vice President of the SIS Graduate Student Council, Ariana is deeply committed to inclusive environments and student support. A member of ALCE, the First-Gen Grad Society, and the LHFSA Mentorship Program, she brings her passion for public health and human rights to her Alternative Break leadership. Ariana enjoys running, baking, and volleyball in her free time.

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