Gabriela, a dual MPA/MBA candidate at Harvard Kennedy School and Stanford GSB, aims to improve mental healthcare access for vulnerable communities. Drawing from personal experiences with various mental health challenges, she plans to launch or acquire and expand a venture focusing on low-income populations, immigrants, and veterans. Her background includes founding a social impact consulting club at UCLA, working at Deloitte and Meta, and co-founding an edtech startup. As an advocate for STEM education in the Latinx community, Gabriela has been featured on major Spanish-language networks. Her experiences at Harlem Capital and growing up in California's Central Valley have fueled her passion for promoting economic outcomes and addressing barriers to quality mental health care in underserved communities. With her diverse skill set and determination, Gabriela aspires to create lasting impact, potentially leading to a future in public office.
Gabriela is supported by funding through the Lisa Garcia Quiroz Graduate Fellowship.