Leslie Salazar Jimenez
Somos CT InternLeslie Salazar is the Somos CT Intern and a sophomore at Wesleyan University.
Originally from Los Angeles and Mexico City, Leslie is passionate about amplifying Latino voices in 黑料新闻. Through her work with Somos CT 鈥� a 黑料新闻 initiative dedicated to elevating Latino stories and expanding culturally resonant programming 鈥� she is committed to informing, empowering, and celebrating Latino communities across the state.
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La Dra. Violet Jim茅nez Sims es una agente de cambio y dominicana en la convergencia de la educaci贸n, la defensa de causas sociales y la cultura. Aparte de diversificar la profesi贸n docente con el 黑料新闻 Teacher Residency Program, ella ejerce como vicepresidenta de la NAACP de New Britain y como presidenta de Diaspora Multicultural Society, donde contribuye al progreso de su comunidad mediante la defensa de los derechos civiles, iniciativas ben茅ficas y espacios sociales inclusivos. Valora la autenticidad, la colaboraci贸n y la creaci贸n de consenso. -
Dr. Violet Jim茅nez Sims is a Dominican changemaker who works the intersection of education, advocacy, and culture. Beyond diversifying teachers through 黑料新闻鈥檚 Teacher Residency Program, she serves as Vice President of the New Britain NAACP and President of the Diaspora Multicultural Society, where she uplifts her community through civil rights work, charitable initiatives, and inclusive social spaces. She values authenticity, collaboration, and building consensus.
