Valeria Padilla

Work Study

Valeria Padilla, originally from El Paso, Texas, is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting, with an anticipated graduation date in Spring 2025. As a first-generation American with immigrant parents, Valeria's passion for advocacy and community engagement has been a lifelong pursuit. Her extensive volunteer work for marginalized communities has cultivated in her a deep commitment to making a positive impact. Valeria envisions a future as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations with her financial expertise, and she is proud to contribute to the mission of the New Mexico Immigrant Law Center.