About the Evaluator
I’m an equity-focused evaluator and researcher committed to inclusive, community-centered practices. As a bilingual (Spanish), bicultural professional, I’ve led culturally responsive evaluations with underserved groups, including Indigenous communities and farmworkers. I partner with institutions – especially those serving marginalized populations – to design strategies rooted in justice and inclusion. With a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from UC Santa Barbara, I’m trained in qualitative and quantitative methods, specializing in participatory, strengths-based approaches. My work supports strategic decisions, equitable resource use, and funding success. I’ve co-authored publications and presented nationally and internationally on access, equity, and inclusive evaluation. Clients value my collaborative style and focus on capacity-building, leaving organizations with both useful data and the tools to sustain meaningful, equity-driven evaluation work.
Evaluation Background
I specialize in...
- Qualitative methods
- Mixed methods
- Culturally responsive evaluation
- Participatory evaluation approaches
Training and Certifications
- Graduate coursework in evaluation
- Professional development workshops, webinars, or online courses on evaluation
Outside of Work, I enjoy...
… I enjoy learning about other cultures through food, travel, history and exploring other cultures’ values. These experiences deepen my appreciation for diverse perspectives and enrich the inclusive lens I bring to my professional work.
A Successful Evaluation...
Strong evaluations blend data and lived experience to reveal what works, why, and for whom. Including diverse, often-marginalized voices ensures insights reflect real-world impact and guide improvements that truly serve all communities.
My Working Style...
I take a collaborative, flexible, and community-centered approach to evaluation. I prioritize transparency, ground my work in research, and adapt based on feedback. My goal is to empower clients with data and knowledge for long-term, meaningful impact.
EvaluATE is supported by the National Science Foundation under grant number 2332143. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed on this site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.