Our Volunteer
Alessandro Zagato is our storyteller, he brings to the forefront the lived experiences from the students and families Escalera works for. He holds a PhD in Sociology from Maynooth University,
Lucio is the coach for the teachers running the Emprende program in their classrooms. As a social psychologist he enjoys promoting life skills for the youth in Chiapas. He has
Diana is our storyteller. With a background in psychology and social work, she is passionate about connecting donors and students in meaningful ways. Despite thousands of miles that often separates
Myriam has more than 5 years of experience with NGOs and international organizations, and combines her in-depth local knowledge with an international perspective. She holds a Masters degree in Social
Lupita works hard so her children can have the opportunities she never did. She keeps our office in check and then makes sure her kids keep up in school.
René is our organization's repair and transportation guru. He keeps our vehicles running smoothly despite the heavy beatings they take on Chiapas’ rough mountain and jungle roads. He brings over
Jacqueline found her passion for education working as a teacher in rural communities. She has a law degree and amazing attention for detail. An Escalera scholarship recipient herself, she’s lived
Jose brings 4 years of experience working with rural teachers and schools in Chiapas. He is passionate about the education sector and helping the most underprivileged have access to education.
From a rural community in Chiapas, MariCriz understands the importance of education and is excited to use her experience to create educational programs that empower students in Southern Mexico.