Erina has extensive non-profit experience from local social service organizations like the AZ State Board of Education, AZ Department of Economic Security, Southwest Key Programs, and her volunteer work with The Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights.  She continues to serve and advocate for her community through her work at Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona. In her position as Sr. Program Coordinator, Erina ensures families and children who have experienced trauma build resilience by receiving quality art-based programs in a safe, culturally enriched, inclusive environment. As an immigrant child from Mexico Erina learned at an early age the positive impact of contributing to her community. Arizona became home to her and her mother when they sought safety and the opportunity for a new beginning. Being the eldest of 7 amazing siblings, it is in her nature to be protective and nurturing. With the support of her loving husband, she has made it a mission to break negative cycles and build new positive opportunities. Together they have raised 2 kind and confident human beings who cultivate their love and culture from Mexico and El Salvador. Erina’s commitment is rooted in the support she has received and the gratitude she holds for teachers, mentors, neighbors, colleagues, and strangers who shared their kindness and who also helped raise her.