California, United States

Director of Programs and Compliance, Haven Hills, Inc.
Maria has 15 years of experience in nonprofit management, including program development and implementation, fundraising, and operations. Currently, she oversees all programming at Haven Hills and assists in the development of strategic initiatives for the agency. Maria is committed to advancing equity, opportunities, and policies and systems that foster and prioritize upward mobility for women, girls, and gender-nonconforming people. She has a Master of Public Administration, and has participated in various regional workgroups advocating for survivors of domestic violence, including the City of Los Angeles Domestic Violence Alliance, Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Council, and the Los Angeles Domestic Violence Homeless Services Coalition.
Rise Up Cohort: California, 2024