Who We Are

Hi! My name is Angel, and I am a Junior at DMLK Early College. I am an intern at Children’s Hospital, a debater in the Denver Urban Debate League, an active member in my school’s volunteer club, National Honors Society, and Young Americans Aspiring for Social and Political Activism. I am passionate about advocacy for low income communities, environmental injustice, food insecurity, homelessness, access to healthcare, and poverty. A fun fact about me is that I’ve been to over 11 schools!

I am a 22 year old proud Chicana from Denver, Colorado studying sociology at Aims Community College. I also participate in multiple groups and coalitions across the state dedicated towards creating social change. I am passionate about uniting and liberating my community and am eternally grateful for the opportunities to fight for justice, equity, inclusion, and of course, peace & love! A fun fact about me is that I love to write and hope to one day become a published author/poet.

Hello! I am Briann Rey Manchego-Rodarte, (Bri for short!) I am 25 years young, most of my achievements are from overcoming hard (sometimes world shattering) moments in life. BUT, that is why, I am a proud Youth leader fighting for social equity and justice. I love to have a strong voice, and I am most passionate about helping the youth find their voice and their strength in hard times. A fun fact about me, I love to dance like no one is watching (Mostly to ‘Missy Elliot’) ! 😉

I am a 22 year old youth leader with over 3 years of experience in advocacy, community engagement and public service. I am also very passionate about creating a more equitable space and ensuring justice for all youth of today. I hope to continue innovating as a modern day activist and pushing forward a safe space for all. A fun fact about me is that my favorite animals are lions!

My name is Khandi, my mother gave me that name because she had a sweet tooth. I am 26 years old and so grateful to be part of the EYE For Prevention youth coalition! I currently live in Denver, Colorado. I was born in Vail, Colorado but I grew up in Eagle and the Denver metro area.

I am passionate about holistic health, crystals, yoga, art, psychology, and connection with nature and others. I care very deeply about my relationships and connection to Great Spirit. I believe that I have guardian angels that are guiding me and are here to help me heal through ancestral trauma. I am Native American and Latina and feel very connected to the Earth and
water. I have been practicing massage therapy for 6 years. I have also studied Ayurveda, yoga studies and psychology at Naropa University and Integrative Health at Red Rocks Community College. I love making crystal healing jewelry, bath bombs, candles, and working with my hands.

Massage therapy has been a very healing job that inspires me to take good care of my body and mind. I also love making art and empowering others. I just started my own practice in the gym and wellness center VIBE that is located in Sunnyside, Denver. I also sell my art online
through Etsy and Instagram.

I am a 17 year old highschool student from Boulder, Colorado. I am passionate about community involvement and mental health advocacy. I am a part of student government, Colorado Youth Advisory Council, and other youth advocacy programs. I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family and friends. A fun fact about me is that I have two pet parakeets!

I am a 17 year old high school student planning to attend CU Denver as a pre-medicine and public health student. I work for Denver Health as a youth leader focusing on mental health and substance use and with the Colorado Vaccine Equity Task Force advocating for equitable vaccine education and access in Colorado.

I strive to embody a Healer and a Warrior. I am Sedona, the proud facilitator of EYE For Prevention! It is an honor to work alongside these passionate and inspiring young leaders. I have overcome adversity to pursue my passion in social & environmental justice, bringing forth healing and liberation by any means necessary. I am a Health Programs Specialist at the Public Health Institute at Denver Health. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from Naropa University in 2021 in Environmental Science with minors in Peace Studies and Yoga. My daughter Yaretzi is my biggest motivation, working to help heal 7 generations back, and 7 generations forward.

My name is Stella and I’m a junior at Denver North High School. I’m a part of my school’s student board of education, Denver teen action counsel and other youth leadership groups. I’m passionate about creating an equitable and open community that encourages community involvement. A fun fact about me is my favorite animal is a turtle!

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Hi! My name is Angel, and I am a Junior at DMLK Early College. I am an intern at Children’s Hospital, a debater in the Denver Urban Debate League, an active member in my school’s volunteer club, National Honors Society, and Young Americans Aspiring for Social and Political Activism. I am passionate about advocacy for low income communities, environmental injustice, food insecurity, homelessness, access to healthcare, and poverty. A fun fact about me is that I’ve been to over 11 schools!

I am a 22 year old proud Chicana from Denver, Colorado studying sociology at Aims Community College. I also participate in multiple groups and coalitions across the state dedicated towards creating social change. I am passionate about uniting and liberating my community and am eternally grateful for the opportunities to fight for justice, equity, inclusion, and of course, peace & love! A fun fact about me is that I love to write and hope to one day become a published author/poet.

Hello! I am Briann Rey Manchego-Rodarte, (Bri for short!) I am 25 years young, most of my achievements are from overcoming hard (sometimes world shattering) moments in life. BUT, that is why, I am a proud Youth leader fighting for social equity and justice. I love to have a strong voice, and I am most passionate about helping the youth find their voice and their strength in hard times. A fun fact about me, I love to dance like no one is watching (Mostly to ‘Missy Elliot’) ! 😉

I am a 22 year old youth leader with over 3 years of experience in advocacy, community engagement and public service. I am also very passionate about creating a more equitable space and ensuring justice for all youth of today. I hope to continue innovating as a modern day activist and pushing forward a safe space for all. A fun fact about me is that my favorite animals are lions!

I am a 17 year old highschool student from Boulder, Colorado. I am passionate about community involvement and mental health advocacy. I am a part of student government, Colorado Youth Advisory Council, and other youth advocacy programs. I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family and friends. A fun fact about me is that I have two pet parakeets!

I am a 17 year old high school student planning to attend CU Denver as a pre-medicine and public health student. I work for Denver Health as a youth leader focusing on mental health and substance use and with the Colorado Vaccine Equity Task Force advocating for equitable vaccine education and access in Colorado.

I strive to embody a Healer and a Warrior. I am Sedona, the proud facilitator of EYE For Prevention! It is an honor to work alongside these passionate and inspiring young leaders. I have overcome adversity to pursue my passion in social & environmental justice, bringing forth healing and liberation by any means necessary. I am a Health Programs Specialist at the Public Health Institute at Denver Health. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from Naropa University in 2021 in Environmental Science with minors in Peace Studies and Yoga. My daughter Yaretzi is my biggest motivation, working to help heal 7 generations back, and 7 generations forward.

My name is Stella and I’m a junior at Denver North High School. I’m a part of my school’s student board of education, Denver teen action counsel and other youth leadership groups. I’m passionate about creating an equitable and open community that encourages community involvement. A fun fact about me is my favorite animal is a turtle!

My name is Khandi, my mother gave me that name because she had a sweet tooth. I am 26 years old and so grateful to be part of the EYE For prevention youth coalition! I currently live in Denver, Colorado. I was born in Vail, Colorado but I grew up in Eagle and the Denver metro area.

I am passionate about holistic health, crystals, yoga, art, psychology, and connection with nature and others. I care very deeply about my relationships and connection to Great Spirit. I believe that I have guardian angels that are guiding me and are here to help me heal through ancestral trauma. I am Native American and Latina and feel very connected to the Earth and water. I have been practicing massage therapy for 6 years. I have also studied Ayurveda, yoga studies and psychology at Naropa University and Integrative Health at Red Rocks Community College.

I love making crystal healing jewelry, bath bombs, candles, and working with my hands. Massage therapy has been a very healing job that inspires me to take good care of my body and mind. I also love making art and empowering others. I just started my own practice in the gym and wellness center VIBE that is located in Sunnyside, Denver. I also sell my art online through Etsy and Instagram.

Coming Soon!