Estrella Mountain Community College

Mesa High School

Arizona State University

Mountain Pointe High School

Arizona State University

University of Arizona

Mountain View High School

Arizona State University

Brophy College Preparatory

Highland Prep West

Grand Canyon University

“As a first-generation student, I have firsthand experience navigating the challenges of the immigration system and the limitations it imposes on education and career opportunities. I am eager to share my experiences with my peer fellows and to support them in overcoming their own challenges. I believe that by sharing my story, I can inspire others and foster a sense of community.“

Brophy College Preparatory

“As a first-generation American, I have witnessed firsthand the resilience and determination of my immigrant family. My unique perspective, shaped by my family's experiences, allows me to connect with others on a deeper level. I am passionate about sharing my story and advocating for immigrant rights.“

NFL Yet College Prep

“I have developed strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills through my involvement in the CEBV fellowship. I am eager to apply these skills to address the pressing issues facing students. I am particularly interested in working with policymakers to create policies that support students.“

Mountain View High School

“I am committed to using my experiences to support and empower my peers. I believe that by sharing my story, I can foster empathy and understanding within the fellowship community. I am eager to learn from others, build lasting relationships, and work together to create a more just and equitable future.”

Brophy College Preparatory

“I bring a strong commitment to social justice and a passion for empowering marginalized communities. I am eager to collaborate with my peers to develop innovative solutions to pressing social issues. By sharing my knowledge and perspectives, I hope to inspire and uplift others.”

Arizona State University

“As a migrant Black woman, I have experienced firsthand the unique challenges and discrimination faced by immigrant communities of color. I have navigated the complexities of the immigration system and the limitations imposed by immigration barriers.“

Camelback High School

“As a first-generation Mexican-American, I bring a unique perspective shaped by my family's immigration journey. I am passionate about using my voice to amplify the stories of marginalized individuals and advocate for policies that promote equity and justice. I am eager to share my experiences and knowledge with my peers, and to learn from their unique perspectives.”

ASU Prep Downtown

“I am a dedicated and hardworking individual who is passionate about helping others. I am committed to using my skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on my community. I am eager to collaborate with my peers to develop innovative solutions to pressing social issues.“

Arizona State University

I am eager to share my experiences and perspectives with my peer fellows, particularly those who may be facing similar challenges. I believe that by sharing my story, I can inspire others and foster a sense of community.

Phoenix College

“I am passionate about using my voice to amplify the stories of marginalized communities and advocate for policies that promote equity and justice. I believe that by sharing my experiences and perspectives, I can inspire and empower my peers.“

Bioscience High School

“As the president of the Civic Engagement Club at Bioscience High School, I have honed my leadership and communication skills. I believe that my skills in public speaking, community organizing, and youth engagement will make me a valuable asset to the Aliento Fellowship.“

Mesa High School

“I believe in the power of empathy and active listening, and I am eager to create a space where my peers can share their experiences and challenges without judgment. I am excited to bring my skills in empathy, active listening, and community building to the Aliento Fellowship. I hope to contribute to a movement that empowers immigrant youth and promotes social justice.“

Arizona State University

“As a first-generation American with a large extended family I am passionate about using my voice to advocate for immigrant rights and promote social justice. I believe that by sharing my family's stories, I can raise awareness and inspire others to take action.“

Grand Canyon University

“I am passionate about empowering immigrant youth and helping them overcome barriers to achieve their full potential. Through my experiences as a Resident Assistant and Latino Student Union Social Media Director, I have developed strong leadership and communication skills. I am skilled at building community, fostering inclusivity, and providing support to others.“

Mesa High School

“Aliento's Fellowship will be able to help support my journey in advocating for immigration and other problems in our society."“

Pima Community College

"I believe through what I learn in Aliento, I can further allocate resources in and outside of my college campus and push forward positive immigration reform in Arizona."

Bioscience High School

"Our junior class was introduced to the ‘Better World Project,’ a meaningful, problem-solving, and innovative project that Bioscience prompts each student. As I continue researching and creating interventions for the social issues I’m focusing on, I hope to receive leadership development and counseling and learn how to organize events that will bring awareness to my cause."

Arizona State University

"There are many things I am passionate about and a lot of injustice I see in my everyday life. Through this experience, Aliento will allow me to become a more capable person to perform my civic duty and help create a presence for those in need."

Phoenix College

"I want to leave an impact in the world, and I feel that this fellowship will give me the tools to work with my community."

Mountain View High School

"I believe that Aliento's fellowship program is an incredible opportunity to continue my advocacy for immigration and social justice."

Arizona State University

"Arizona's Future Fellowship will support my journey to advocate for immigration, social justice, and racial equity, creating a world that supports all people by giving me a platform as a young leader."

Camelback High School

"I hope this fellowship creates social consciousness about the struggles of immigration, social injustice, and racial inequity. I hope our voices and stories are heard to the point where laws and regulations are changed."

Bioscience High School

"I hope the Aliento Arizona’s Future Fellowship will support my journey by giving me the space and resources that I need to speak up for those who cannot speak up for themselves."

Grand Canyon University

"My ultimate goal is to become an immigration attorney to help my community. Aliento Arizona’s Future Fellowship will allow me to gain skills, experiences, and more information about my community."

Mountain View High School

"I hope that Aliento Arizona's Future Fellowship will support me on my advocacy journey in my community because I hope to consider others' perspectives, problems of their own, and thoughts when deciding what career path I choose to follow. There are many branches of social justice to choose from, but I believe this fellowship will provide clarity."

Grand Canyon University

"I hope the Aliento Arizona's Future Fellowship will give me a platform to feel comfortable sharing my story and educating others. I hope to gain the resources necessary to learn how to engage with large groups of people and gather them to fight for one cause."

Student at GCU

“I believe that through this Fellowship and meeting more people who have the same aspirations, passions, struggles, can help me to learn that I am not alone, and in this way learn that I too can help others feel that they too are not alone.”

Senior at Brophy College Preparatory

“Formative experiences such as this motivate me to continue fighting the good fight. I know this is just the beginning and being a member of the fellowship opens the doors of opportunity.”

Student at GCU

"With Aliento Fellowship, I will be able to gain skills and strategies that I can help out with, giving resources for students to prosper with their degrees. Along with educating them and advocating for the government to help us and support us to citizenship and give us more resources to continue to make changes in our communities."

Senior at Bioscience High School

“Through the Aliento fellowship I hope to learn how to impact, strategize, and organize both events and people that will result in positive actions. I would also like to connect with the established influencers and their work to further my knowledge. By banding a group of talented students that have the same goal creates an energy that can solve social injustice.”

Senior at St. Mary Catholic High School

“I am looking forward to enhancing my work in social justice with Aliento's organizations that will constantly reaffirm my beliefs in the educational system and racial equality for everyone. Not only do I hope to grow more within my character by joining, but I also desire to add to the strong foundation that Aliento has molded for many young activists/allies like myself.”

Sophomore at Arizona State University

“As someone that aspires to be an immigration lawyer, it is important to know how I can advocate for my community. By being part of the fellowship, I will be able to get the experience that I need in order to best help solve the problems in my community.”

Senior at Mountain View High School

“Being able to be a part of this community is a real opportunity. To be able to join with the Aliento fellowship I hope to be a voice to those who can’t be a voice for themselves and do not have someone to advocate for them. With this new experience I hope to be a light to everyone around me with the new knowledge I will attain in this fellowship. It’s going to be a life changing experience to be surrounded with a team that cares about the same problems and injustices that others may not see.”

Junior at Arizona State University

“Aliento's Fellowship would help me gain more insight and a better sense of compassion for the community. Through my newfound experience in this fellowship, I would be even more motivated to pursue a career in law and advocate for issues affecting people of color. “

Senior at Mesa High School

I am an aspiring journalism and political science major. As a member of an immigrant family I hope to specialize my career and activism in advocating for immigration, social justice, and racial equality. I believe being a part of this fellowship will help me gain valuable skills that I can utilize in advocating for important issues.

Junior at Mesa High School

For years, I felt dispirited in the light of the world's inequality. But as I've gotten older, I've felt more sanguine. It would enthrall me to meet them with a better understanding of how to communicate with legislators – to those in power to achieve a world that is more fit for everyone. These are all crucial skills I could learn from the Aliento Fellowship.