Asylum Seeker Case Manager’s Role Responsibilities: • Conduct intake assessments and create Individualized Living Plans (ILPs) with Social Service providers for tailored support, using CARES tools to assess needs and make referrals. • Provide orientation on the shelter program, asylum process, and potential outcomes, while assisting clients in navigating these processes and accessing resources. • Complete psycho-social assessments within the first month, monitor client progress, and hold regular meetings to address their unique needs and emotional support. • Empower clients in asylum planning and goal setting, collaborating with legal and advocacy organizations to ensure culturally sensitive support. • Maintain detailed client files, document progress confidentially, and report critical incidents to the Site Director/Director of Social Services. • Build partnerships with asylum-focused organizations for referrals, facilitate housing placements, and connect clients with culturally competent resources. • Escort clients to appointments and hearings, providing emotional support, and perform general administrative and clerical duties while supporting other staff as needed. • Provide English-Spanish (and vice versa) translation of reports, communication materials, flyers, formal letters, and other documents for internal departments and political asylees. • Perform interpretation (Spanish to English and vice versa) during formal one-on-one meetings with the director, assessments with residents, and assist the director and superiors during conferences and briefings to engage a wider audience among residents.

Interpreter and Translator - Castilian Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese TutorDiverse Freelance Appointments:-Prepared tutoring material for various clients according to their language level (both for in-person sessions as well as through online video-call platforms).-Provided personal classes in multiple languages to students of various ages and levels (both through word of mouth and tutoring platforms).-Produced and edited documents in Spanish and English for small businesses and individuals (an estimated total of 43 documents/sites of diverse length each).-Provided interpretation for extensive virtual meetings for individuals, small businesses and civil society audiences (typically increasing external outreach by 50%).-Pursuing and awaiting testing for certification as an official Court Interpreter and Translator for the New York State Court System.

Roles & Responsibilities - Stage Host at Insurtech Insights International Conference at he Javits Center:Held the following responsibilities Hosting before a 400 wide audience with a 20 session program at the three day-long event.- Opening and Closing Ceremony Speeches Creation: Developed and delivered compelling speeches to officially open and close the conference, setting the tone and summarizing key highlights.- Energize the Audience: Delivered engaging and enthusiastic introductions to maintain audience interest and excitement.- Tailored Cue Cards in Advance: Prepared detailed cue cards based on the schedule documents to ensure smooth session transitions.- Provided Practical Information About the Event (on stage): Communicated essential logistical details to attendees, such as session times, lunch breaks, and venue information.- Session Titles and Speakers Introduction (on stage): Announced the titles of sessions before they began, providing context and setting expectations for the audience.- Served as Speakers Liaison: Briefed speakers on how they would be introduced, ensuring they felt prepared and confident before going on stage.- Coordinated Sessions Start and End on Time: Managed the timing of sessions to maintain the conference schedule and ensure a seamless flow of events.- Session Transitions: Ensured that speakers left the stage promptly after their sessions to facilitate smooth transitions between sessions.- Event Announcements: Announced key event details, including lunch breaks and other significant schedule changes, as needed.- Support Stage Lead: Assisted the stage lead in maintaining the orderliness of the room, including assistance with general accommodations and tidiness in a professional manner.

The role involves fundraising activities, in-person and social media marketing, phone banking, events administration, translation/interpretation from English to Spanish, and more. The objective is to support the grassroots political campaign of Candidate Ms Abigail Martin (Current Columbia University Professor), for the NY City Council on the 11th district (Northwest Bronx neighbourhoods of Bedford Park, Kingsbridge, Norwood, Riverdale, Van Cortlandt Village, Wakefield, and Woodlawn).Key duties:•In-person and remote interpretation and translation of Policy Proposals and other political campaign material (English to Spanish and vice-versa).•Biliterate edition, drafting, and updating of website material and social-media promotion of political campaign material in Spanish and English.•Personal assistance in promoting campaign material amongst constituents and other parties (phone banking).•Fundraising and personal assistance (promotion of campaign material amongst constituents and other parties through social media and other venues).•Timely assistance to the public relations & outreach team's efforts.I kindly invite you to learn more about Abigail and to support her here: https://es.abigail4thebronx.com

United Nations– Department of Global Communications (DGC):•Dealt with the daily, weekly, and monthly logistics to manage, plan, and execute UN expert briefings/conferences for global visiting groups (Member States Delegations, Higher Education Academic Groups, INGOs, Military Groups, and the Civil Society) of approximately 70-350 people per day.•Timely formulated official requests to obtain and distribute official visitor ground passes to the rooms and chambers of the Secretariat and General Assembly (GA) buildings.•Reliably liaised with, welcomed, and accommodated, a multitude of expert UN Agencies’ outreach representatives (from UNICEF, DESA, OCHA, DPO, and more) to set up logistics for their respective briefings.•Formulated and updated reports and photojournalistic entries on Trello for the UN Internal Newsletter (Outreach Insider on Iseek), on various speaker topics, such as SDGs, as well as the mandates and work of UN Agencies, Funds, and Programmes.•Used oral and written multilingual skills (in Spanish, English, and Portuguese) to assess numerous inquiries from internal and external parties to inform about the organization’s nature, capabilities, and structure, channelling them to the appropriate UN Department.•Assisted with the coordination of the Guided Tours Unit by escorting their clients to their respective chambers in the GA building (multilingual capabilities were used to effectively liaise between visitors and UN Agencies experts).•Disseminated and provided official UN information to both, internal and external parties, at the Public Inquiries, Briefings, and Guided Tours Units.•Created a project (only for internal distribution) that compiled contact information and served as a protocol guideline to provide official information about the UN to internal and external parties.

Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit Duties (MALU):•Directed delegations and their press, in collaboration with the NYPD Office of the Deputy Commissioner, to gain accessibility and clearance to the Action & Media Zones, Rose Garden, Press Island, and high-security areas at UN GA and Secretariat buildings.•Assisted the Social Media Team in accommodating high-level attendees to show their commitment to an extensive global audience at the Secretariat’s VIP stakeout Social Media Studio.•Managed various large global press/media groups, delegations, and individuals throughout different restricted media stakeout engagement areas and secretariat briefing rooms where press attaché passes were strictly required.•Supported the Media Documents Centre (MDC) in compiling distributing and retrieving documents, such as lists of speakers, meeting statements and summaries, notes verbales, media advisories, UN Journal material, and Security Council Programmes of Work.•Informed and assisted MALU Desks to manage the meeting/screening/departure of large global media groups and individuals covering bilateral meetings between the Secretary-General (Mr. Antonio Guterres) and various Member States Delegations.•Followed protocol to handle the bookings of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General (OSSG) Office where the appointees received photo opportunities and reported on direct statements from the Secretary-General, Deputy Secretary-General, or Under Secretary-General.•Enforced protocol and order compliance at various media stakeout areas and briefing rooms, such as the S-0237 room, during the delivery of official statements from ambassadors, prime ministers, presidents, and heads of state.•Allocated media crew teams and reporters to the appropriate areas for interviews and news reports.•Maintained communication with MALU in order to manage the events, make reports, and ensure media stakeholder’s compliance.

Assisted various Committees during high-level events (Plenary Meetings, Briefings, Conferences, and Summits) at the Subsidiary Organ Chambers of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly (GA) Building.UN Youth Climate Summit— Opening session with the Secretary-General and Greta Thunberg: •Performed effective teamwork with colleagues to provide information to guests and attendees throughout the event and assisted young leaders to engage with world leaders •Directed Young Climate Activist Leaders to their respective conference rooms, including Greta Thunberg, Bruno Rodriguez, Wanjuhi Njoroge, Komal Karishma Kumar and Jayathma Wickramanayake (Sri Lankan Youth Envoy). UN Day Concert— Building Prosperity for All through Culture, Education, Gender Equality, Sports and Sustainability theme:•Performed effective teamwork with colleagues throughout the event to dully share informational brochures, welcomed and directed special invitees, and assisted in preparing the General Assembly hall for the event •Distributed information featuring the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, with the participation of leading female national artists.UN Peace Bell Ceremony— On the Occasion of the 38th Anniversary of the International Day of Peace:•Prepared accommodations and assisted with logistics at Conference Room 4 for the arrival of the Secretary-General, the Japanese Delegation, and guests •Disseminated information throughout the conference room for attendees •Managed the flow of people through the hall in effective teamwork coordination activities

•Maintained TA duties for the Spanish Language Course.•Imparted materials provided by the professor and kept daily attendance.•Dealt with the improvement of grammar, oral pronunciation, and reading comprehension.•Improvement the interpersonal conversation skills of students.•Prepared discussion content and activities to engage students interactively, visually, and orally.•Imparted weekly classes and instructed students with teamwork and individual activities.•Revised and advised students on their assignments, exercises, and essays.•Organized 25 participant tutorial discussions on various essential learning topics.•Evaluated imparted, and graded exams, assignments and papers.•Performed grading and record-keeping activities for the faculty and Modern Languages & Literature Department Chair, Dr Marlene Gottlieb.

ECOSOC delegate at the Washington D.C. edition Conference of the National Model United Nations (NMUN):•Diligently planned, months in advance for the MUN conference.•Prepared necessary research before the beginning of each session.•Collaborated in the drafting and editing of resolutions.•Discussed the impact of climate change, food insecurity, internally displaced individuals, and capacity building during the various sessions.•Attended bilateral, multilateral, and formal sessions to address the concerns of other delegations before and after drafting formal resolutions.•Defended the national interests and position of the North-American Delegation through the delivery of speeches and adherence to protocol.•Calmly listened and analyzed other delegations demands, petitions, and declarations in preparation for speech delivery before the chair and the session.•Won the Honorable Delegation Award.

•Provided in-person timely translation from English to Spanish and/or Mandarin.•Developed communication and Interpersonal liaising skills (B2B).•Assisted in the translation of other Romance Languages such as Portuguese.•Followed strict procedural policies to ensure accurate and confidential record-keeping.•Dealt with daily member concerns and assisted in timely satisfactory resolutions via translations.•Worked in a cohesive group to ensure quick, accurate, and reliable service to all team members.•Nurtured and maintained satisfactory relations with the clients and project managers, ensuring a secure operations investment.

Polio Eradication Initiatives: - Participated in local and national campaigns to raise awareness and funds for polio eradication in Mexico. Successfully contributing to its end nationwide. - Collaborated with other youth members and adult Rotarians to organize vaccination drives and educational workshops.Environmental Projects: - Led and took part in local tree planting initiatives to promote environmental sustainability at community spaces such as parks, deserted areas and other locations. - Coordinated with local schools and community groups to engage youth in environmental conservation efforts.Community Assistance Programs: - Organized and participated in community assistance programs aimed at providing essential services and support to underprivileged populations. - Assisted in the distribution of food, clothing, and educational materials to families in need.Fundraising Events: - Helped planned and executed fundraising events to secure donations for providing hearing aids to individuals with hearing impairments, in collaboration with international sponsors. - Engaged with the community and potential donors to raise awareness about the impact of hearing loss and the importance of support.Leadership Development: - Developed leadership skills through active participation in club meetings, project planning, and event execution. - Worked with Rotary club sponsors and mentors to enhance project management and teamwork abilities.International Cooperation Understanding: - Promoted international understanding by engaging with youth members from other countries, participating in global events, and exchanging cultural experiences (such as the YEP International Programme in Taiwan). - Contributed to projects that fostered cross-cultural communication and global awareness.Youth Engagement and Networking. - Built a network of friendships with youth members locally and internationally, fostering a sense of global community, promoting peace.

This is a one-year Youth Exchange Program dedicated to International Students. My particular experience took place at the 3461 District in Nantou (Taiwan) and it provided its international participants with the ability to understand individuals from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds. The purpose of it is to promote international cooperation amongst the participants and their host Rotary Club Members. Overall, the full immersion home-stay experience lasts an academic year and provides exposure in navigating through life in different languages and it is an opportunity to develop skills of interpersonal relations, leadership, language, and culture. Participants usually are individuals that come from a family/community background dedicated to the promotion of good social and humanitarian causes which extend beyond borders. The cultural baggage gained through this humbling experience provides much personal and professional improvement for its participants. Throughout this experience, participants are exposed to Rotarian activities, that may go anywhere from reforesting to assisting with the eradication of a disease, such as polio (which was my case while being part of Rotary in Mexico). Being part of this exchange program means acquiring a unique skill: to be actively comfortable outside of one's comfort zone.I kindly invite you to learn more about it here: https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/youth-exchanges.