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Julie is a visionary, always looking for ways to strengthen the families in our community and support people regardless of their income, ethnicity, background, religion, or values. She advocates for Home Visiting programs within the state and with other entities. Julie uplifts the voices of families in our community who are experiencing poverty, trauma, and barriers and she has a unique way of connecting with others, creating an inclusive, safe space.
It was an amazing experience. I really appreciated all the effort that was made to make me feel special. For someone who doesn't like to be on the spotlight, it was nice to be appreciated."
Julie is a visionary, always looking for ways to strengthen the families in our community and support people regardless of their income, ethnicity, background, religion, or values. She advocates for Home Visiting programs within the state and with other entities. Julie uplifts the voices of families in our community who are experiencing poverty, trauma, and barriers and she has a unique way of connecting with others, creating an inclusive, safe space.
It was an amazing experience. I really appreciated all the effort that was made to make me feel special. For someone who doesn't like to be on the spotlight, it was nice to be appreciated."
Through her various forms of creative expression, Raquel is a multifaceted woman who tells the stories of queer, Latinx, artists, and poets, uplifting and amplifying their voices. Raquel has hosted and performed at monthly poetry nights for the last 7+ months, but her messages traverse the boundaries of words through the fashion pieces, sculptures, paintings, and other art that she creates. She has a courageous, inspiring presence, with a unique ability to make people feel comfortable through vulnerability and expression.
I totally loved the art direction of the set, the hair, and of the makeup. .. NMCO let me collaborate my ideas and experiences into the shoot. Such a great experience."
Georgina has been a part of academia for a long time, helping to amplify and empower Indigenous students at the University of Arizona and NMSU. She has also helped amplify the voices of BIPOC researchers by helping start a Chicano Journal at NMSU where “The mission of the journal is to publish scholarship and creative works by Chicana, Latina and Indigenous women or scholarship through the feminist perspectives that those communities oer.” Georgina is also part of a book called, American Indian Studies: Native PhD Graduates Gift Their Stories, where she shares advice on navigating college as an Indigenous person. She is a pioneer and strong advocate for Indigenous voices in continuing education/academia and is active in community eorts for social justice.
This whole experience has been wonderful. To get this recognition and acknowledgement really means a lot because you know someone else is really paying attention to what you are doing."
Georgina has been a part of academia for a long time, helping to amplify and empower Indigenous students at the University of Arizona and NMSU. She has also helped amplify the voices of BIPOC researchers by helping start a Chicano Journal at NMSU where “The mission of the journal is to publish scholarship and creative works by Chicana, Latina and Indigenous women or scholarship through the feminist perspectives that those communities offer.” Georgina is also part of a book called, American Indian Studies: Native PhD Graduates Gift Their Stories, where she shares advice on navigating college as an Indigenous person. She is a pioneer and strong advocate for Indigenous voices in continuing education/academia and is active in community efforts for social justice.
This whole experience has been wonderful. To get this recognition and acknowledgement really means a lot because you know someone else is really paying attention to what you are doing."
Angelica serves victims of abuse and neglect in our community. She has shared her survival story through the news media and lifts the voices of other survivors by creating a comfortable space for them to speak and share their journey from victim to survivor. Angelica has advocated for improved funding and services during the NM Legislative session and has taken part in strategic planning for statewide victim services. Using trauma informed techniques developed through recent studies, she provides victim centered advocacy. Angelica is always looking for new and innovative ways to meet victims on their terms, giving them insight and compassion.
This experience, from the moment I walked in, it was so welcoming and I'm so honored to share this with four other women...I felt like my voice had been heard by someone."
Liz is an advocate for those struggling with mental health conditions, helping to ght the stigma around Hispanics/Latinx suppressing their emotions and not reaching out for help. She regularly hosts poetry and music shows that are themed around mental health and community. She also writes for the magazine, Inuence NM, where she interviews community members and discusses how mental health plays a role in the workplace. Liz has also hosted a NAMI fundraiser where city council members read poetry to bring awareness to NAMI and the various local programs to help those in need.
I'm really honored to be a part of the Desert Heroines project along with other really strong women doing things in the community."
Liz is an advocate for those struggling with mental health conditions, helping to fight the stigma around Hispanics/Latinx suppressing their emotions and not reaching out for help. She regularly hosts poetry and music shows that are themed around mental health and community. She also writes for the magazine, Influence NM, where she interviews community members and discusses how mental health plays a role in the workplace. Liz has also hosted a NAMI fundraiser where city council members read poetry to bring awareness to NAMI and the various local programs to help those in need.
I'm really honored to be a part of the Desert Heroines project along with other really strong women doing things in the community."
Tina Ballew, Creative Director
Katrina Chandler, Assistant Creative Director
Dana Apodaca, Art Director, Designer, & Assistant Stylist
Jenna Dunlap, Art Director Assistant & Production Assistant
Sam Palm, Photographer
Jonathan Tatum, First Assistant Camera
Aaron Walterscheid, Videographer & Editor
Laurie Anderson, Production Assistant
Cody Hooten, Production Assistant
Maya Brayton, Wardrobe Stylist
Anahy Nuñez, Makeup Artist
Prados Beauty, Makeup Products
Illiana Perez & Cesia Gillard, Hair Stylists
Michelle Simon, Sommer Mitchell, Cesia Gillard, & Lori Martinez, Success Partnership Marketing Team