Heidi has held communications roles across the nonprofit sector, higher education, and as an independent contractor supporting organizations and clients at the national, state, and local levels. Her work has spanned a range of causes, including youth advocacy, immigration, and racial justice. As a Latina writer and storyteller based in West Los Angeles, California, Heidi’s connection to 826 began through the Los Angeles chapter, where she has supported the mission, 826LA events, and writing workshops. She is a lover of the literary arts world, proud Angelena, and plant mom.

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