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 Cheyenne and Chicano man born and raised in North Denver. I am passionate about environmental and social justice. After completing 2 years at Fort Lewis College, having experienced my own challenges with addiction, and losing one of my best friends to an overdose, I started to become involved in drug prevention and other community efforts. I look forward to engaging youth voice in our future projects to come! A fun fact about me is that I have a traditional Cheyenne name that translates to Little Buffalo.

As a person and an artist, Sophie Hernandez strongly believes in the power of creativity as a means of social justice, change, and hope for a better future. Her work mainly focuses on bringing forth the stories and lived experiences of the oppressed, and educating others on what it means to be an ally as well as to fight for a better world. Being a Mexican Indigenous woman living in the United States, these issues surrounding fundamental change ring home for her: she does not want to see future generations fight through what she had to fight through. She truly believes this work is her purpose and place in the art world.

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!

Aariyah is a 20 year old Activist and Youth Philanthropist. She is a Colorado Native graduate of Eaglecrest High School Class of 21 alumni. She is passionate about amplifying the voices of the youth and those in her communities. Since graduating, she has engaged herself in many events around public health and equity.

Currently, Aariyah is a Youth Leader with EYE for Prevention and a Youth Voice Specialist with Youth Roots on their Youth Scan project. She enjoys working in spaces centered around healing, expression, and equal opportunities in the workplace; she has recently spoken at the 2022 Conference for Agricultural Worker Health and Youth Roots Power of Philanthropy Bash. Aariyah plans to continue to seek more opportunities in public speaking and continue her knowledge of equity work.

My name is Yoel and I go to DSST Montview High School. I am a part of a few youth groups such as Kramerica Gives and Downtown Aurora Visual Arts. I’m excited to help youth in EYE for Prevention and a fun fact about me is that I love scuba diving!

My name is Galilea Estrella Cano. I am 15 years old. I enjoy art, sports, and history. I am a Chicana and Mexica. I use my art to express my thoughts and feelings.

My name is Axel. I am 14. I enjoy playing sports, and engineering is my passion. I am Chicano, and I will use my words to encourage others.

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 Cheyenne and Chicano man born and raised in North Denver. I am passionate about environmental and social justice. After competing 2 years at Fort Lewis College, having experienced my own challenges with addiction, and losing one of my best friends to an overdose, I started to become involved in drug prevention and other community efforts. I look forward to engaging youth voice in our future projects to come! A fun fact about me is that I have a traditional Cheyenne name that translates to Little Buffalo.

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!

As a person and an artist, Sophie Hernandez strongly believes in the power of creativity as a means of social justice, change, and hope for a better future. Her work mainly focuses on bringing forth the stories and lived experiences of the oppressed, and educating others on what it means to be an ally as well as to fight for a better world. Being a Mexican Indigenous woman living in the United States, these issues surrounding fundamental change ring home for her: she does not want to see future generations fight through what she had to fight through. She truly believes this work is her purpose and place in the art world.

Aariyah is a 20 year old Activist and Youth Philanthropist. She is a Colorado Native graduate of Eaglecrest High School Class of 21 alumni. She is passionate about amplifying the voices of the youth and those in her communities.

Since graduating, she has engaged herself in many events around public health and equity. Currently, Aariyah is a Youth Leader with EYE for Prevention and Youth Voice Specialist with Youth Roots on their Youth Scan project. She enjoys working in spaces centered around healing, expression, and equal opportunities in the workplace; she has recently spoken at the 2022 Conference for Agricultural Worker Health and Youth Roots Power of Philanthropy Bash. Aariyah plans to continue to seek more opportunities in public speaking and continue her knowledge of equity work.

My name is Yoel and I go to DSST Montview High School. I am a part of a few youth groups such as Kramerica Gives and Downtown Aurora Visual Arts. I’m excited to help youth in EYE for Prevention and a fun fact about me is that I love scuba diving!

My name is Galilea Estrella Cano. I am 15 years old. I enjoy art, sports, and history. I am a Chicana and Mexica. I use my art to express my thoughts and feelings. 

My name is Axel. I am 14. I enjoy playing sports, and engineering is my passion. I am Chicano, and I will use my words to encourage others.