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We are a small team on a mission to create a legacy website that promotes our heritage and helps our community.
Team
Romina Lopez
Project manager and community outreachRomina Lopez is our communications and community outreach manager. She has a wide range of experience in government as well as the third sector. She started her career working for intergovernmental organisations such as the EU parliament and the Organisation of American States. She has also worked for NGOs such as Stamp Out Poverty and Progressio which shows her commitment to social change and international development. Romina holds a BA degree in International Affairs from Buenos Aires University and a MSc degree in NGOs and Development from LSE. She is a certified digital marketer, a native Spanish speaker and is fluent in both English and Portuguese.
Marina Ravicini
Sustainable businessesMarina joined LatinHubUK and brought a deep understanding of cultural interaction and adaptation. She first studied Anthropology focusing on aesthetics and social expression as part of cultural sensitivity, identity, originality and transformation. Having lived in different places, she found London diversity and chaos intriguingly reassuring. She embarked in interdisciplinary design studies at the University of London, focusing on social and environmental concerns. She has worked in NGOs such as Architecture for Humanity and CSR, such as Sustainable Cities Initiative by Siemens.
Anny Cordero
Artist & LawyerI studied law in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where I graduated as a lawyer. Subsequently, I studied a master's degree in Legal Argumentation in Alicante, Spain. I decided to turn my life around and I came to live in London a year ago. Today, I am exploring other alternatives to my career as a lawyer. I really enjoy drawing and painting. ch has led.My motivation to be a volunteer at LatinhubUK was born from the need I felt when I migrated to establish contact with the Latin community in the United Kingdom, to obtain information about the process of adaptation and establishment in this country, because like everyone else, we went through a phase of disorientation. of arriving in a new place with a different culture and lifestyle. Looking for projects that work with the Latino community, I found LatinhubUK and became interested in their approach to promoting the cultural heritage of this community. I am interested in participating to join efforts to strengthen the community and offer my support in the activities they develop to fulfil their goals.
Luciana Torrents
LawyerHello! I am Luciana Torrents. I emigrated from Argentina to Spain at the age of 19 and since then, 16 years ago, I have lived in Europe. I have a law degree from the University of Barcelona, and I am specialized both in foreigners and immigration as well as in Labor and Social Security Law. My profession and knowledge give me the opportunity to help people defend their rights, dignity, integrity and happiness. As a migrant woman, I understand first-hand how difficult it is to arrive in a new country and start from scratch. Start a new life in another society, in which everything is new. With different customs, language and idiosyncrasies. That is why I believe that in this integration process it is very positive to have the support of family, friends, acquaintances, organizations, etc., who help us fully develop in this new stage. This is the fundamental reason that drives me to actively collaborate as a volunteer in LatinHubUK. And I have the fervent conviction that if we unite strength, passion, enthusiasm and dreams, it is possible to achieve everything we set out to do, including feeling "at home" being thousands of kilometers from the country where we were born.
Eva del Rio
International RelationsI am Eva del Río, a 23-year-old Spanish woman from Madrid. I am currently based in London where I have been living, studying, and working for over a year now. I am passionate about international development, humanitarianism, and politics and graduated in International Relations from the University Complutense of Madrid, did my Erasmus in Political Science at the University Sorbonne in Paris, and recently finished my Master’s in International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies at the London School of Economics. I have worked as an intern in the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as a Graduate Consultant for the UNHCR and I am currently finishing an internship at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. I have also worked part-time in hospitality for over a year. As a Spanish woman living in London, I would like to use some of my free time to help others to settle in this city and create a sense of community because I know how hard moving here can be. During my free time, I also enjoy traveling, reading, and drawing.
Maria Renedo
Languages teacher and consultantI am a recent graduate with a BA degree in English Studies and a MA degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language for Secondary students. I have a strong interest in the fields of education, translation, and communication. By becoming a volunteer in LatinHubUK, I would like to be part of an international community that allows me to expand myself, grow in the personal and intellectual areas and enhance my skillset while enjoying the challenges at hand and getting the warm feeling when helping and giving back. Besides, a volunteering service may help me broaden my cultural horizons, learn new ways to approach existing problems, new ways of looking at the world, and get me in touch with new languages.
Borja Costa
MarketingHey there! My name is Borja, I am a Spanish 27-year-old international trade graduate. Since I was a child I have developed an increasing interest towards the different cultures and languages worldwide. I believe this genuine interest pushed me to continuously think out of the box and help me develop a great empathy and tolerance for what is different. I am really keen on travelling, meeting new people and debating new ideas. I decided to do this volunteering with Latin Hub because I am currently looking for projects that interest me on a personal level and also, I have a special connection with the Latinamerican community.
Arelys Goncalves
JournalistHi! I am a Venezuelan journalist with experience in written press, radio production and media dedicated to migrant communities both in her country of origin and in London. In Venezuela I worked for the main newspaper for the Portuguese community (Correio da Venezuela) and in the United Kingdom she was for several years at the head of Express News, a medium dedicated to the Spanish-speaking community. In addition to my preparation as a journalist, I have a Master's Degree in Translation (English-Spanish) from the University of Westminster. Currently, I am seeking to continue strengthening my community work, gain experience in the field of translation and learn from the performance of charitable organisations that work for Latinos and Spanish speakers.
Cristina Martinez
ActressHi there! I am a Venezuelan girl in London. I am passionate about performing arts and audiovisual arts, as a way to explore human thinking and create common spaces to share without judgement. I believe that culture spreads through food and music. I am a volunteer because I eager to create deep and meaningful connections with people.
Desire Noriega
ArtistDesire is a Psychologist with a MSc focused on Political Psychology from Queen's University Belfast. She is a highly skilled researcher and project manager with +5 years of experience working with a number of think tanks and NGOs both in the UK and abroad. Skilled in data analytics, using qualitative and quantitative research methods. Desiree has combined her multidisciplinary knowledge to design, develop and manage local and pan-european projects while also making and influencing global, regional and national policy.
Graciela Martin
Fashion stylist & consultantJournalist, fashion stylist and consultant specialised in creative marketing strategies for fashion and luxury brands. Currently Latin American Markets contributor for The Business of Fashion. Graciela was born in Caracas, Venezuela. She graduated with distinction from the London College of Fashion Master of Fashion Journalism, and trained with The Love Magazine's stylist and fashion director, Panos Yiapanis, and in publications such as The Gentlewoman and The Business of Fashion.
Eilish Newmark
Hi, I'm Eilish. I am from London and have just finished my degree in Spanish and Philology at the University of Edinburgh. I am very interested in the Hispanic language, translation and Latin American cinema. I am very happy to be part of this project to learn more about the Latin American community in the UK and how we can preserve it.
Alberto Nin
Community OutreachHi everyone, my name is Alberto Nin and I am excited to be join the Latin Hub Project. My background is in political science and business. I was born and raised in New York city where I was exposed to a multitude of religions and cultures. Through this experience I have learned to appreciate and grown a passion for working with people who may not be from the same background as me. I hope to contribute to LatinHubUk's mission and vision statement.
Jose Guariglia
Journalism and PRJournalist, PR consultant and TV writer-producer from Venezuela/Italy. A firm believer in free speech and justice for all, I have covered topics that affect developing nations like human rights abuses, multiculturalism and immigration reform. At Latin Hub, I will be able to reconnect with my Latin roots and cover everything related to cultural expressions of the thriving Latin Community in London.
Bilkis Begum
Web Design & DevelopmentHi! I’m Bilkis and I am currently studying BA User Experience Design at UAL. Bilkis has designed and developed our 'About us' page and we are so grateful. Thank you!