Protecting the Outdoors, So Communities
Can Thrive in Every Corner of America
Nature &
Environment
Environment
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Land, Water & Resiliency
Building Latino Leadership in Conservation
Hispanic Access is growing the next generation of Latino conservation leaders by fostering deeper connections to land, water, forests, and community resilience. Through accessible experiences, knowledge-sharing, and career pathways, we equip communities to engage in stewardship and protect the natural resources that shape their health, culture, and future.
Empowering Change
We create pathways for Latino communities to engage in conservation, access opportunities, and shape solutions that protect land, water, and resilience.
Transforming Lives
By connecting communities to nature and opportunity, we improve health, strengthen culture, and build a foundation for long-term community wellbeing.
Making It Happen
We lead campaigns, connect communities with lawmakers, host outdoor events, and elevate Latino voices through initiatives like Latino Conservation Week.
Together, we turn
leadership into change.
Our Areas of Focus
Catalyzing Latino Leadership into Action
We develop Latino leaders in conservation by providing access to resources, skill-building opportunities, and real-world experiences—from advocacy and policy engagement to outdoor events and storytelling that inspire action and connection.
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Our Staff
Meet the Nature & Environment Team
Glenda Gonzalez
Forestry Program Director
- Position: Forestry Program Director
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Tanya Azuaje
Grant Portfolio Manager
- Position: Grant Portfolio Manager
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Sofía Barboza
Program Manager, Oceans & Coasts
- Position: Program Manager, Oceans & Coasts
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Hilda Berganza
Climate and Energy Transition Program Manager
- Position: Climate and Energy Transition Program Manager
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Luis Cruz
Community Engagement Manager
- Position: Community Engagement Manager
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Vanessa Muñoz
Program Manager, Watersheds & Waterways
- Position: Program Manager, Watersheds & Waterways
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Juan Rosas
Program Manager, Lands & Nature / Por La Creación Network
- Position: Program Manager, Lands & Nature / Por La Creación Network
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Marilyn Saenz
Program Manager, Forestry
- Position: Program Manager, Forestry
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Ana Santos
Compliance Support Specialist
- Position: Compliance Support Specialist
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