Brissia Lopez Castro

Brissia is a first-generation Guatemalan American who is passionate about equality for students of Latino heritage. Brissia’s parents immigrated to America, hoping for a better future and more opportunities for themselves and their children. She attends a city-wide magnet high school with a culturally diverse student body. As the leader of Students Organizing a Multicultural and Open Society, a student advocacy organization at her school, she organized a Latino parent tutoring program, practicing English and advocating for families as they navigate the school system. Brissia is passionate about equalizing the college application process and encouraging students to pursue more educational opportunities. She is also passionate about helping young Latinas find and use their voice to express themselves and see their value in society. As a Scholar, she looks forward to meeting other leaders and hearing their perspectives on the world while embracing rich cultural heritage and creating an equitable future for all.