Episode 8 - Guillermo Carvajal

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Tania and Peter talk to Guillermo about modeling leadership and what it is "Acomedido" in our latine community. 

Guillermo Carvajal believes that women are the key to creating a more just and content world. He believes that they have the capacity and lived experience to appreciate and understand what human beings need for a decent life. The more successes women accumulate, the more secured and healthy their family. And for me, the children of these women have a greater chance to do well in school and take hold of their own dreams. So it’s in my interest to see a growing number of Latina women succeeding.

The success of our students is directly tied to the success of their mothers. The women that have participated in the Symposium appreciate the power of hopes and aspirations. And all of men, women and us that can help provide tools and resources for their success should do so.

Guillermo was born in Costa Rica and raised in the Big Apple. I am a family support worker for Seattle Public Schools. He has a Master’s degree in human development. He has spent the last 20 years in the social service sector and a dedicated human rights supporter. He has also have volunteered in behalf of Latino arts and culture, and been privileged to work with many ethnic and minority communities.

Guillermo states "my mom and my job have helped me to appreciate the power of dreams and aspirations. People must allow themselves to hold on to and nourish their hopes and passions. Sometimes that is the only thing that keeps them strong in the face of trauma and struggle."