What motivated you to work at ASPR? I have a passion for emergency management and a strong desire to protect and enhance public health, particularly in times of crisis. Working at ASPR offers me the opportunity to contribute to the nation’s preparedness and response efforts, ensuring that communities, especially minority and underserved populations, are more resilient in the face of emergencies.
I provide day-to-day management, supervision, and technical support to the Infrastructure Analysis and Risk Mitigation Division staff to strengthen the infrastructure capacity and resilience of public and private organizations within the Health Care and Public Health Sector during public health emergencies by assessing, identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, mitigating, and monitoring risks that could disrupt national critical functions.
Does your heritage shape the way that you serve the public or give you a unique perspective that contributes to public service? My Hispanic/Latino heritage profoundly shapes the way I serve the public and provides a unique perspective that enhances my contributions to public service. It gives me an intrinsic understanding of the cultural nuances, values, and challenges faced by minority communities, allowing me to approach public service with greater empathy and cultural sensitivity. This ensures that the needs and concerns of these communities are addressed respectfully and effectively.
Has your work impacted Hispanic or Latino communities? My cultural understanding and unique perspective on the challenges that Hispanic/Latino and other minority communities face daily have driven me to consistently advocate for policies, programs, and services tailored to their needs. As a member of the HHS workforce in a management position and a part of the Hispanic/Latino community, I am positioned as a role model who can inspire young Hispanics/Latinos and others to pursue careers in public service, leadership, and advocacy. This also fuels my commitment to championing greater Hispanic/Latino representation and diversity within the federal workforce and beyond, advocating for the hiring and promotion of more Hispanics/Latinos and other minorities within government agencies. By doing so, we will ensure that the federal workforce reflects the diversity of our nation and is better equipped to serve all communities.
