Michelle has worked for Access Living since 2009 when she joined the staff as the Latinx Community Organizer since 2009. As a Community Organizer, Michelle is responsible for increasing the number of Latinx leaders with disabilities and raising awareness in the Latinx community around disability issues, including immigration and healthcare.

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In 2021, Michelle was promoted to the role of Manager of Organizing and Community Development (MOCD) and took on a new position of leadership position within Access Living’s Advocacy Department.

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Michelle has collaborated with many others working in the Latinx community and has helped expand their knowledge about disability-related issues.