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Consejo de la Juventud

El Consejo de la Juventud de Monterey de Epicenter es un cuerpo de liderazgo integrado por jóvenes que han demostrado potencial de liderazgo y un interés en ayudar a apoyar The Epicenter, ofreciendo retroalimentación, aportación y evaluación de los servicios y políticas de Epicenter. El Consejo de la Juventud también está llamado a representar y abogar por las necesidades de la comunidad de jóvenes de crianza temporal / ex jóvenes de crianza a través de la participación y representación en varios eventos y reuniones de la comunidad.

Youth Council promote the visibility of the Epicenter through outreaching to other youth in the community, organize events and coordinate activities as well as supporting monthly events at the center. Youth Council strives to create an environment where local young people feel connected and supported as they transition into adulthood.

In keeping with the vision and values of the Epicenter, it is essential that youth input and feedback be weaved into every aspect of our programming. The Youth Council allows the opportunity to pair this feedback mechanism with a clear leadership development opportunity. Youth Council receives mentorship from the Epicenter Youth Advocates.

 

Youth Council Bio

 

Carolina Johnson

Hello, my name is Carolina Johnson. I’m 17 years old and currently attending North Salinas High School. I was born and raised in Salinas, Ca by my father along with my older brother. Growing up with an alcoholic and abusive parent was very challenging. In 2011, my brother and I were placed into foster care. It was honestly hard for me because even though I hated my brother at the time, he was all I had. I moved a lot and came across many difficult obstacles but thankfully I was finally adopted in 2014 by my awesome family I love so much.

Here at the Epicenter I’m apart of the youth council. My brother William, one of the founders, introduced me and I knew I’d be perfect for the job. My interest is wrestling. I’ve wrestled for about 4 years now and I love it! I never thought I’d be compatible with this sport, but throughout the years I have become very successful. My future plan is to earn an athletic scholarship to King University in Tennessee , my dream school, and major in sports psychology. All in all, I’m very fortunate, I wouldn’t change a thing because it definitely made me who I am today.

Happiness is the key to success



Alexa Villalobos

Hi, my name is Alexa Villalobos. I was born in Salinas, Ca and grew up in both Salinas and Greenfield. My sister and I were placed in foster care in 2005. We did not have a very good experience in the system, we lived in about five different homes. Meanwhile my parents were both fight for custody. In 2011, my mom won full custody of my sister and I. As of right now, I am 17 years old going to Hartnell College to get my General Ed done. I plan to transfer to either San Jose State, Sacramento State or Christian University called William Jessup University. I want to become a Speech Pathologist and specialize with who have autism.

Rosa Anaya, a founder of the Epicenter, was who brought my attention to working here. I am part of the youth council; basically what we do is educate, uplift, and empower any youth who may need it. A goal I intend to accomplish is to help families who don’t get the help they need for their children with autism. As I grew older I realized I wanted to help people in as many ways as I can because of the childhood I had. Another important goal I want to achieve is to become a missionary. Becoming a speech pathologist I believe will open the doors for me to travel to places where unfortunately children don’t get the proper care.

For I know that thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. -Jeremiah 29:11