Nuestra Mesa Directiva
Our Board


​Mucho de el liderazgo, soporte y confianza de SML viene de su mesa directiva. Incorporando la misión y la visión de SML, nuestra mesa directiva es un grupo diverso de mujeres de diferentes países incluyendo Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, República Dominicana y México. Las miembros de la mesa directiva, también tienen experiencias profesionales diversas, lo que contribuye a avanzar nuestro trabajo, maximizar nuestro impacto e incorporar varios puntos de vista.
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SML owes much of its leadership, support, and confidence to its Board of Directors. Incorporating the mission and vision of SML, our board is a diverse group of women from different countries including Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Dominican Republic and Mexico. The members of the Board of Directors have also diverse professional experiences which contribute to advancing our work, maximizing our impact, and incorporating many points of view.


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Our Board 2026

Board Responsibilities
President
  • Leadership: Leads board meetings and keeps the team aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
  • Finances: Chairs the finance committee, reviews audits alongside the treasurer, and presents the annual budget for board approval.

Vice President
  • Support & Leadership: Works closely with the President and the board, actively participating as a vital part of the executive leadership.
  • Coordination & Backup: Maintains constant communication with the Secretary and Workshop Coordinator, and is fully prepared to step into the President's role if needed.
 Program Manager
  • Daily Operations: Plans, monitors, and manages the overall progress, risks, and budget of the program.
  • Coordination & Resources: Handles key project documentation and optimizes resource allocation across all initiatives.
  • Communication: Facilitates seamless connection between stakeholders, board members, volunteers, and sponsors to ensure goals are met.
 Treasurer
  • Financial Control: Manages bank accounts, reconciles statements, and issues double-signature checks with attached receipts.
  • Compliance & Records: Tracks volunteer hours, handles licenses/permits, coordinates tax-deduction letters for sponsors, and maintains the financial calendar to avoid penalties.
  • Planning: Evaluates budgets, prepares timely financial reports, and assists in recruiting the next treasurer.
Secretary
  • Meetings: Attends all board sessions, records and distributes official minutes, and coordinates meeting announcements.
  • Document Custody: Safely organizes and preserves all official board records and governing documents.
  • Backup Support: Stands ready to assume presidential or vice-presidential duties in their absence.
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With an outstanding multidisciplinary career, Cindy is a graduate in Advertising Graphic Communication from the University of Medellín (Colombia) and has more than 17 years of experience as a Graphic Designer. Her focus on user experience and social and academic projects has left her mark in different industries, working as a brand and communications strategist for government and private agencies. Since her arrival in the United States in 2020, Cindy has dedicated her energy to community projects, currently being Director of the Community Villa Children and Families Development Program. As the first in her family to access higher education and a beneficiary of college scholarships, Cindy deeply understands the transformative power of education and female empowerment. Cindy is much more than her career path: she is a woman, a mother, an immigrant, and a passionate about building community. He firmly believes in everyone’s skills to serve and transform their environment.


Cindy Chibertoni Presidenta 
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I am a Colombian psychologist deeply committed to fostering mental health, education, and empowerment within diverse communities.

Throughout my professional journey, I have worked in diverse educational settings, from rural communities to urban schools, providing psychosocial support to those who need it most. These experiences have reinforced my belief that access to mental health resources and education are fundamental rights that can transform lives and build stronger communities.

As a Colombian woman living abroad, I am particularly passionate about supporting and connecting with Latina women navigating life in a foreign country. I understand firsthand the unique challenges we face, from cultural adaptation to finding our voice in new spaces. This understanding fuels my commitment to creating networks of support, education, and empowerment for our community. Through this work, I aim to ensure that no woman feels alone in her journey and that we collectively build pathways to opportunity and growth

Diana Carolina Sanchez Polo  Vice presidenta 
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Born in the vibrant city of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Alejandra Lozano studied Interior Design before embarking on a new chapter of her life when she immigrated to the United States in 2003. From the moment she arrived, she fell in love with the beauty and spirit of Seattle, a city she proudly calls home today.

Alejandra is a proud mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend who firmly believes in the power of family and entrepreneurship as foundations for personal and community growth. Throughout her journey, she has embraced the challenges of cultural adaptation, mastering the English language and continually expanding her expertise through certifications in accounting, finance, and event planning.

Dedicated to lifelong learning, she is currently working toward completing her academic degree to further strengthen her professional development and leadership.

Her path has been deeply rooted in community service. From volunteering in her children’s schools to connecting the Latino community with valuable resources, opportunities, and support networks, Alejandra has consistently demonstrated a genuine passion for helping others succeed.

Alejandra Lozano
Cordinadora de Talleres
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Olga Muñoz Gonzalez Tesorera  
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​Secretary Duties:

Attend all meetings.
Make sure all documents from the board are safe, and are correct.
Take notes at the Board meetings and review them.
Assume the responsibility of president or vice president, in case of their absence.
Announce the board meetings to the group /or committees when required.
Sonia Ruelas
Co-tesorera 
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I was born in Mexico and moved to the United States at a young age. Growing up between two cultures taught me the importance of resilience, community, and helping others find their voice.
Throughout my professional career, I have dedicated myself to serving and supporting people. Early in my career, I worked as a Medical Interpreter, helping Spanish-speaking patients and their families communicate effectively with healthcare providers, understand medical information, and navigate the healthcare system with confidence. This experience strengthened my passion for advocacy and service. Today, as an Office Manager in the healthcare field, I continue to work closely with patients, helping them navigate challenging situations and connecting them with the resources they need. In addition to my professional work, I actively participate in community service, wellness initiatives, and support groups that promote healing, personal development, and empowerment. My passion for service extends beyond my profession and into the community.   
I joined Somos Mujeres Latinas because I believe in the power of women supporting women. I am inspired by the organization's mission to empower, educate, and uplift Latina women while creating opportunities for personal and professional growth
Silvia Palomera
Secretaria 
Tania Hino 
Fundadora SML
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I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Masters from the University of Washington and also an Adlerian therapist, Parenting coach and a Parent Education Instructor at North Seattle College.  As a mother of three kids, my dream is that as our kids grow up and navigate the world, there will be lot more Latina Women in power and as role models. We need more Latinas to empower our children and show them that they all can reach their dreams.

This Latina Symposium, a dream that was only made possible by the grant provided by the Parent Education Program from North Seattle College. The dream is to organize and bring together Latinas from different educational backgrounds, economical status, and cultures to form a sense of community and to empower each other and make their dreams a possibility.

My family relocated from Mexico to the United States looking for a better future about 20 years ago. When I was 15 years old and could barely speak or understand English, my high school carrier counselor in San Antonio asked me in broken Spanish, “What do you want to do when you grow up?”  I answered without a hesitation, “A nurse!”. Growing up in Mexico and watching my Godmother who was a town nurse, I was inspired to become a nurse. So, with a high confidence & enthusiasm, I answered “A Nurse!”.

The counselor looked at me with a puzzled look on her face.  She then proceeded to give me a carrier/vocational test which I did my best with my limited English knowledge.

The counselor graded my test and came back with a striking news that I will be no more than a fast food restaurant worker.  My heart sank but my hopes endured.  From that point on I made a conscious decision that I will not only become successful but also be a bridge to encourage and motivate any minority or less privileged population; especially Latinas to continue their own dreams.

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