Finalist

Maria Guadalupe Martinez

Empowering immigrant parents to work towards their American dreams and support their children’s education and development

Black and white photograph of Maria Guadalupe Martinez
Year
2020
Organization
Centro de Recursos Educativos para Adultos
Sector
Education
Borough
Manhattan
Black and white photograph of Maria Guadalupe Martinez

While serving as a PTA member at her children’s school, Maria developed a plan to help immigrant women gain access to education in the USA. This vision became Centro de Recursos Educativos para Adultos (CREA), a space in East Harlem offering adult literacy and education to parents across the five boroughs. The program currently serves 170+ people. More than an education platform, CREA equips parents with skills to become active participants in and advocates for their children’s growth.

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