We need more DACA-Undocumented Doctors
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Before every school day, someone at home would remind me ‘nadie te creerá.’ Nobody would believe that an energetic, smiley and optimistic Cuauhtemoc was going through domestic abuse. It took me 16 years to realize that I didn't exist at home but at school I was someone. At school, I felt alive, which is why I craved my education. However as a DACA recipient, first generation and low income student, I can not afford my Ed.D education.
While I was applying to college (during High School) I discovered that I didn’t have a Social Security number. I then realized that there was a lack of peer-reviewed, statistical data on undocumented students which limited my abilities to fully understand my immigrant identity. The dearth of research motivated me to create educational policies that support undocumented students navigating the K–12 system.
My hunger for education continued when I pursued my bachelors at the University of California, Berkeley, where I dedicated 5 years to advocating for cross-cultural communication aimed at addressing the needs of marginalized students. During my 5 years at Berkeley, I obtained over 20 student leadership positions, played on the men's volleyball team, had over 15 part time jobs, and during my last year of my undergraduate career, I served as an Independent student Senator. These accomplishments almost didn’t happen because I was facing homelessness, xenophobia, discrimination, harassment and institutional oppression.
After being the first in my family to get a Bachelor's degree, I utilized my social work skills to help the most vulnerable communities. I supervised a team of outreach workers to stop the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles. After, I found myself back in the Bay Area where I served as an Operations Manager. This position allowed me to empower high school students to pursue higher education. After my 2 years of nonprofit work, I was admitted to a 16 month Masters in Social Work program at the University of Michigan. During my masters career, I obtained over 6 leadership positions, had 3 part time jobs and played for the volleyball team. Remaining active distracted me from my depression which enabled me to graduate with a 4.0 GPA.
Although I want to celebrate, I know receiving an Educational Leadership for Social Justice (Ed.D.) degree from Loyola Marymount University is not going to be easy, especially for someone who holds my identities, however I will not allow my dreams to dissipate because I can not afford my education. Raising funds and asking for donations is an uncomfortable feeling, however I know if I don't ask, the answer will always be no. Every donation and your kindness matters as it will bring me closer to my dreams. I hope you find the time to not only donate but also share with anyone who will like to support.
If you want to donate via Zelle, Venmo or Chase quick pay please connect with me via Facebook. Unfortunately, gofundme takes out some of the percentage of my donations.
We need more Latinx, DACA/undocumented, first generation, queer, low income doctors in the world! Gracias for your support!
While I was applying to college (during High School) I discovered that I didn’t have a Social Security number. I then realized that there was a lack of peer-reviewed, statistical data on undocumented students which limited my abilities to fully understand my immigrant identity. The dearth of research motivated me to create educational policies that support undocumented students navigating the K–12 system.
My hunger for education continued when I pursued my bachelors at the University of California, Berkeley, where I dedicated 5 years to advocating for cross-cultural communication aimed at addressing the needs of marginalized students. During my 5 years at Berkeley, I obtained over 20 student leadership positions, played on the men's volleyball team, had over 15 part time jobs, and during my last year of my undergraduate career, I served as an Independent student Senator. These accomplishments almost didn’t happen because I was facing homelessness, xenophobia, discrimination, harassment and institutional oppression.
After being the first in my family to get a Bachelor's degree, I utilized my social work skills to help the most vulnerable communities. I supervised a team of outreach workers to stop the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles. After, I found myself back in the Bay Area where I served as an Operations Manager. This position allowed me to empower high school students to pursue higher education. After my 2 years of nonprofit work, I was admitted to a 16 month Masters in Social Work program at the University of Michigan. During my masters career, I obtained over 6 leadership positions, had 3 part time jobs and played for the volleyball team. Remaining active distracted me from my depression which enabled me to graduate with a 4.0 GPA.
Although I want to celebrate, I know receiving an Educational Leadership for Social Justice (Ed.D.) degree from Loyola Marymount University is not going to be easy, especially for someone who holds my identities, however I will not allow my dreams to dissipate because I can not afford my education. Raising funds and asking for donations is an uncomfortable feeling, however I know if I don't ask, the answer will always be no. Every donation and your kindness matters as it will bring me closer to my dreams. I hope you find the time to not only donate but also share with anyone who will like to support.
If you want to donate via Zelle, Venmo or Chase quick pay please connect with me via Facebook. Unfortunately, gofundme takes out some of the percentage of my donations.
We need more Latinx, DACA/undocumented, first generation, queer, low income doctors in the world! Gracias for your support!
Organizer
Cuauhtemoc Salinas Martell
Organizer
Emeryville, CA