Join host Pablo Muñoz for an honest and vulnerable conversation with his featured guest — Veronica Ruiz.

Veronica is a proud Latina woman born and raised in Hartford, Connecticut. She is the co-founder and CEO of Visionary Youth CT. Veronica is also the director of family, school, and community partnerships at Vernon Public Schools in Connecticut.

1:03 - Introduction

2:00 - My Leadership Story

25:54 - Family, School, and Community Partnerships

29:18 - Visionary Youth CT

40:03 - Youth Advocate Programs

42:46 - Our Piece of the Pie

45:33 - Latina Leader Breaking Cycles

49:51 - Capital City Education Alliance

52:27 - Guiding Principles

Veronica Ruiz understands both the challenges and the resilience that exist within underserved communities. Her experiences inspired her to dedicate her life and career to creating opportunities, resources, and safe spaces for youth and families. Veronica has over 15 years of experience in human services, youth development, education, workforce development, and nonprofit leadership. Throughout her career, she has worked extensively with marginalized and underserved populations, leading initiatives centered around equity, restorative practices, trauma-informed care, youth empowerment, and family engagement.

Veronica received a bachelor’s degree in human services and a master’s degree in organizational management and leadership from Springfield College. She earned a second master’s degree in psychology from Capella University. Veronica is currently a doctoral candidate at Capella University.

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/veronica-ruiz-co-founder-ceo-of-visionary-youth-18883067

Facebook: facebook.com/people/Visionary-Youth/61584126427020/

Email: VeronicaRuiz2822@gmail.com

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