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Gabriela is a recipient of the 2021 Champion of Civics Award, presented for the first time to honor individuals who are passionate about lifting student voices and engagement in civic life. The award is presented by California Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond.
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Gabriela Manzo is a community organizer with La Cosecha, which operates under the Building Healthy Communities initiative funded by the California Endowment. As a youth organizer, Manzo works with a group of 50 students from five high schools in Salinas, focusing on student representation and helping students advocate for equity in their schools and community.
A native of Salinas, Gabriela helps youth develop strong leadership skills by participating in civic processes and using their voices to advocate for their community.
Gabriela is a recipient of the 2021 Champion of Civics Award, presented for the first time to honor individuals who are passionate about lifting student voices and engagement in civic life. The award is presented by California Chief Justice Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond.
powerofdemocracy.org
Gabriela Manzo is a community organizer with La Cosecha, which operates under the Building Healthy Communities initiative funded by the California Endowment. As a youth organizer, Manzo works with a group of 50 students from five high schools in Salinas, focusing on student representation and helping students advocate for equity in their schools and community.
A native of Salinas, Gabriela helps youth develop strong leadership skills by participating in civic processes and using their voices to advocate for their community.
