I was born in Madera to farmworker parents and raised as one of six children. My upbringing instilled a deep commitment to working families. My siblings and I often joined our parents in the fields, helping them achieve their dream of homeownership. Though our neighborhood faced challenges—vacant homes, underfunded schools, and limited resources—I cherish memories of bike rides and borrowing ingredients from neighbors for my mom's dinner.

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After graduating from Fresno State in 2010, I made Fresno my home. Through my faith-based community, I joined local efforts like park cleanups, school staff appreciation events, and civic engagement initiatives. I saw how the struggles from my childhood-housing insecurity, lack of public spaces, and working multiple jobs-mirrored those of my neighbors.

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That's why Kevin and I see our home as part of a stronger community built through connection and action-whether hosting neighborhood gatherings, joining local events, or showing up for civic meetings. As your next Councilwoman, I'll bring that same openness and commitment to City Hall.