In this special episode of Latinx In Social Work, I, Erica Sandoval, celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month by chatting with three incredible board members of the Latino Social Work Coalition: Tania Vargas, LCSW; Monika C. Estrada Guzman, BSW, LMSW, SIFI; and Luisa Lopez, MSW.
Join us as we dive into their inspiring journeys, discuss the unique aspects of the Latino Social Work Coalition, and explore the importance of accessible education and community involvement.
You'll also get a sneak peek into the coalition's scholarship fund and the amazing work of their robust volunteer committee. Together, we'll learn why joining a board can be a transformative experience for both you and the community you serve.
Check out their website: https://www.latinosocialworkcoalition.org
More about our guests:
Monika C. Estrada Guzman, BSW, LMSW, SIFI, is a bilingual social worker at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and a clinician at Sandoval Psychotherapy Consultation. Previously, she was the founding program director of Nido de Esperanza. Born in Guatemala, Monika earned her BSW from California State University Los Angeles and her MSW from NYU Silver School of Social Work. She is the education chair of the Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund and has received numerous awards for her work.
Luisa Lopez, MSW, is President of the Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund, and Director of Digital Media at the Office of the Manhattan Borough President. She previously served as Chief of Staff at the NYC Council and as a policy fellow for former Congressman José E. Serrano. Luisa advocates for assisted reproductive technology and increasing the number of culturally competent social workers. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from College of the Holy Cross and an MSW from NYU Silver School of Social Work.
Name: Luisa Lopez, MSW
Email: luisa@lopeznyc.com
Social- @luisalopeznyc (insta)
@Luisalopezny (LinkedIn)
@LopezMSW (Twitter)
Tania Vargas, LCSW, is a New York City-based social worker from Florida. She holds an MSW from NYU and is an LCSW in New York and New Jersey. Tania has worked in NYC's child welfare system and is passionate about ending mental health stigma. In 2021, she founded her private practice, Just A Little Step LLC. Tania is also a photographer, consultant, and certified in four curriculums regarding foster care and LGBTQ youth.
Websites: www.taniavargas.com
www.justalittlestep.com
Call/text: 347-377-2380
Instagram: @taniavphotos / @justalittlestep
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