Opportunity Youth Internship Program

Speaking on behalf of YWCA San Antonio, she expressed support for expanding the Ambassador Program to include opportunity youth, highlighting the need for on-the-job training and offering partnership with additional apprenticeship dollars.

As Executive Director of R3 Student Outreach, he strongly supported the opportunity youth internship pilot program, emphasizing that current eligibility requirements exclude disconnected youth. He highlighted the program's potential to reduce recidivism and youth violence by providing mentors and paid employment.