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Directive Staff

Carolina Amorocho M

Founder
Yuliana

Yuliana Palacio

Founder
Frank Khoshnoud

Frank Khoshnoud

Strategy Advisor and Executive Board Member

Somos Bachilleres Program

Lizette Pizza

Mentoring Coordinator

Liz Burgos

Planning and facilitator
Lina Muñoz Hoyos

Lina Muñoz Hoyos

Mentor and Research and Evaluation Coordinator

Acompañamiento Psicosocial

Acompañamiento Psicosocial

Acompañamiento Psicosocial

Acompañamiento Psicosocial

Juan Esteban Salazar Pérez

Juan Esteban Salazar Pérez

Mentor
Brenda-Chacón-Valencia

Brenda Chacón Valencia

Mentor
Cindy Mallely Bohórquez Rúa

Cindy Mallely Bohórquez Rúa

Mentor

Ana María Ruiz Gómez

Mentor

Laura Amorocho Montaña

Mentor

Estefanía Ortiz Arboleda

Mentor

Laura Benavides Gonzalez

Mentor
Alexandra Anturi Murcia

Alexandra Anturi Murcia

Mentor

Maria Camila Flórez

Camila del Pilar Yaya Suta

Planning and facilitator

Catalina Sánchez Posada

Mentor

Reynel Galvis Cruz

Mentor

Ferney Yesid Castillo López

Mentor

Nina Mesías

Mentor

Angelica Puentes Gil

Academic Preparation – Somos Bachilleres

Luis Felipe Sánchez Ramos

Luis Felipe Sánchez Ramos

Physics Teacher

Sandra Arévalo Pérez

Social Studies Teacher

Andrés Herrera Tequia

Biology Teacher
Andrés Felipe Cardozo

Andrés Felipe Cardozo

Chemistry Teacher
Andrea Gómez

Andrea Gómez

Science Teacher

Sophía Acuña

Biology Teacher and Academic Coordinator

Elkin Alfredo Alfonso Valenzuela

Math Teacher

Jonathan Eduardo Alvarez Arteaga

Civics Teacher
Catalina-Henao-López

Catalina Henao López

English Teacher and Academic Coordinator

Adriana Salazar Sierra

Critical reading teacher

Alumni Support

Patricia Gómez Hurtado

Alumni Services

María Camila Lancheros Vega

Alumni Services

Juliana Gonzalez Perez

Alumni mentor and Content Creator

Leidy Tatiana Rivera Garzón

Administrative Staff

Lina Muñoz Hoyos

Lina Muñoz Hoyos

Mentor and Research and Evaluation Coordinator
Celeny Hernández Jaramillo

Celeny Hernández Jaramillo

Content Creator
Mathias Rubio Plazas

Mathias Rubio Plazas

Researcher

Valentina Escobar

Marketing and communications coordinator

Nicolás Rodríguez Macías

Operations Coordinator

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Carolina Amorocho-M

Founder

I am a Biologist graduated from Universidad Nacional de Colombia, with a Master’s degree in Science Teaching from Boston University. As an educator, I am committed to empower youth and build equity through science learning. I am convinced that education is the most effective trigger of social transformation and that educating ourselves in scientific thinking allows us to understand the world critically, with a curious and solution-oriented approach. It is my passion to build day by day, through my work as a teacher, an equitable future.

Yuliana

Yuliana Palacio

Founder

I am Yuliana Palacio, a foreign languages teacher from Universidad de Antioquia. I am passionate about education, languages and the educational policies that have an impact on the construction of a more just and equitable society. I am convinced that education has the power to transform people’s reality and break social inequality cycles that are perpetuated in Colombia. I believe in ConEducación because having grown in a difficult social context myself, education changed my life. That is why I want to contribute so that less privileged students have the education, support, resources, and training they need to make their dreams come true and that we can together build a better country. Students, teachers, their aspirations, their strength and desire to overcome adversity are the engine that moves me.

Frank Khoshnoud

Frank Khoshnoud

Strategy Advisor and Executive Board Member

My name is Frank Khoshnoud. I started my career as an electronics engineer and computer scientist with degrees from Sussex University in the UK and Oakland University in Michigan, USA. Following a successful career in the high tech industry, I transitioned into the global technology and business consulting industry. As a senior executive I led global teams and worked with numerous multi-national corporations across many countries. I have now decided to focus my time, energy, and skills gained through my career towards contributing and giving back to the society. I am passionate about the mission and vision of ConEducación and very excited to be able to help promote and support education equity to positively impact the lives of many young students and their families, as well as improving the quality of education in areas that need it the most.

Lizette Pizza

Mentoring Coordinator

I am Lizette Pizza, Psychologist and Master in Psychology from Universidad Nacional de Colombia. I am a Psychology PhD student at Boston University and a Fulbright Scholar. Although my main research interest is understanding how concepts of biology and environmental conservation are developed in children, I have also worked helping students define their career pathways and plan their life projects. I decided to be part of the Somos Bachilleres program from ConEducación because I believe education is a right that all human beings should be guaranteed and I think that it is paramount to support students from rural areas so they can access higher education.

Liz Burgos

Planning and facilitator

I am a psychologist from Universidad Nacional de Colombia and Magister in Public Management from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. I celebrate becoming part of ConEducación because I recognize the importance of professional mentoring since the beginning to those students who are discovering the emancipatory power of building knowledge through education.

Also, I express that my own experience has allowed me to be a testimony on how fostering access to higher education is one of the most effective remedies to cure the inequality that suffers the Colombian society.

Lina Muñoz Hoyos

Lina Muñoz Hoyos

Mentor and Research and Evaluation Coordinator

My name is Lina Muñoz Hoyos. I am a biologist, graduated from Universidad Javeriana. I had the opportunity of having my Master’s degree in Biotechnology in Spain funded by a grant by Fundación Carolina. Currently I am in Germany doing my PhD in Life Sciences. I am a fervent believer that education is fundamental for transforming lives and taking a stand on relevant matters. In addition to helping promote projects like this that aim to transform communities, I wanted to be part of ConEducación in order to contribute to build a more equitable country, sharing knowledge with Colombian students and guiding them on their educational path.

Juan Esteban Salazar Pérez

Juan Esteban Salazar Pérez

Mentor

I am from Gómez Plata, a town in the north of Antioquia. I consider myself a family man because my wife and son are my motivation. I am a Petroleum Engineer graduated from Universidad Nacional and I currently work at a drilling company. I am a very calm person, in my free time I try to read, watch movies or TV series, and spend time with my family. 

I participated as a guest speaker in a forum and I identified myself with the young students ConEducación works with, because when I was in high school I did not have someone to look up to professionally and I think that affected the time it took me to start college. I know that at that age, 15 or 16 years old, it is very important to have someone that guides you to discover your potential or your own dreams, so I join Somos Bachilleres and try to help as much as I can.

Brenda Chacón Valencia

Brenda Chacón Valencia

Mentor

I am a professional in Agricultural Assistance, I love animals and helping people better their animals’ conditions – and their own. Also, I have had the fortune of working in social projects, which has taken me to join volunteer work as a tool for learning and applying my knowledge outside of my professional field. 

I’m part of ConEducación because after participating in an event sharing our professional experiences and  interacting with the students, I  was motivated to take up volunteer work again. It worked out after talking to Yuliana and Caroina because we found ways in which I can contribute to the organization.

Cindy Mallely Bohórquez Rúa

Cindy Mallely Bohórquez Rúa

Mentor

I am an English and French teacher – I have wanted to be a teacher since I was 7 years old. I love teaching and learning, working with rural communities, traveling and getting to know people from all over the world that exchange aspects of their cultures. I also like teaching Spanish to foreigners and sharing with them our Colombian culture. 

I decided to be a volunteer at Somos Bachilleres because serving rural communities is in my nature, given they are communities that do not have easy access to a variety of programs, activities or knowledge. As a volunteer here I can give to young students’ personal and academic process, sharing my experiences as a resident in a small town and as a student at a public university.

Ana María Ruiz Gómez

Mentor

I am a language teacher passionate about teaching and continuous learning. I see education as a tool to fight against inequality.

 

I would greatly like to contribute to helping more underprivileged young people access higher education so that they can, in turn, improve the lives of their families.

Laura Amorocho Montaña

Operational assistant

I am a Chef and entrepreneur. I have over 15 years of experience in this field, and I love what I do.

I enjoy helping people and am becoming increasingly aware of inequalities and needs in this country. I admire and recognize the importance of ConEducación’s work and want to contribute my bit to help close gaps and provide opportunities to brilliant people in the rural areas of Colombia.

Estefanía Ortiz Arboleda

Mentor

I am a passionate woman about art and education, interdisciplinarity, and learning. I decided to become a volunteer for ConEducación because I firmly believe that education helps us conquer goals, come closer together, support each other, and break down barriers.

Laura Benavides Gonzalez

Mentor

I am a young Colombian woman, a migrant in France, born in Bogotá, from a working-class family, and a product of public higher education. I chose political science and sociology to understand the world, social justice activism to transform, live, and build a country that matches the dreams of the majority.

I am convinced that with solidarity and popular education, we can break down the structural barriers in our society. I want to offer my knowledge, experiences, and commitment to a fairer country to the youth of my nation.

Alexandra Anturi Murcia

Alexandra Anturi Murcia

Mentor coordinator

I am a woman, social worker and feminist from Universidad Nacional de Colombia. Mother to a beautiful boy, Tomás Amarú, who is 9 years old. I currently live in Montreal, Canada, after finishing a Master’s degree in Social Work at University of Montreal. I currently work with immigrant and refugee children, youth and families from many different parts of the world. I am passionate for community work and social justice. I deeply believe in the transforming power of public education, accessible to all and of high quality, because thanks to it I was able to study, be the first professional graduated in my family, and think of the possibility of having a different future. 

I love being part of Somos Bachilleres, this powerful and transformative project that will allow me to support the dreams of young students from rural areas from our country to access higher education. Here we are, offering our heart 🙂

Camila del Pilar Yaya Suta

Psychology worksop teacher

I’m Camila Yaya, a passionate educator who graduated from the National Pedagogical University. Throughout my career, I have developed innovative methods to foster meaningful learning and have worked collaboratively with my colleagues to enrich the educational environment from various perspectives, including inclusion and diversity, aiming for education for all.

I would like to contribute to a better education, drawing upon my vocation for pedagogy, hoping to contribute to academic and educational work so that access to higher education in Colombia is no longer a privilege.

Catalina Sánchez Posada

Mentor

I’m Catalina, a nature enthusiast, passionate about the ocean, evolution, conservation, and education. I studied biology, then pursued a master’s degree in paleontology, and have a specialization in project management.

I believe Somos Bachilleres is a program with a very deep and important vision and mission in Colombian society. I really appreciate the way it offers support to students and how it fosters trust, support, and containment. Through my experience in education, I have been able to build deep connections with teenagers and have witnessed growth in both directions, which is why I believe it could be a very enriching opportunity for me and hopefully for them.

Reynel Galvis Cruz

Mentor

I’m a biologist from the University of Valle, passionate about teaching science. I’ve been working as a teacher for several years, and I’m excited about the idea of sharing knowledge.

I think the program is an interesting opportunity for those who aspire to become professionals. During my time, there wasn’t this level of support, so being able to help others navigate this path is very valuable, which is why I want to volunteer for this program.

Ferney Yesid Castillo López

Mentor

I am a philosophy teacher convinced of the transformative power of education. A defender of public education, knowing that it is the path that allows us to close the gaps of inequality in our country. 

I am part of ConEducación to contribute to the construction of a country with equity and opportunities for all people. That’s why it’s important to support our boys and girls in their preparation and entry into higher education.

Nina Mesías

Mentor

I am a mechatronic engineer from the National University of Colombia and a scenic artist of life. I love to create and always seek new ways to do so. I am also deeply moved by collective efforts, exchange, and encounters. I am always learning something new. I am part of ConEducación because I am aware of the gaps in Colombian education.

Angelica Puentes Gil

Luis Felipe Sánchez Ramos

Luis Felipe Sánchez Ramos

Physics Teacher

I am a Mechanical Engineer student and passionate about knowledge and spreading knowledge. I am a fan of cars and the automotive world, and I enjoy learning about it. Additionally, throughout my life as a student I discovered that teaching and helping others understand concepts thanks to my explanations makes me happy. I decided to be part of Somos Bachilleres because I know first hand how being a teacher can change lives and positively impact the future of people. I am always willing to offer a friendly hand to someone who needs it.

Sandra Arévalo Pérez

Social Studies Teacher

My name is Sandra Arévalo Pérez and I am a historian, graduated from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana. My passion is History and I have been working on teaching history for several years in some schools in Bogotá. I am very happy to be part of the Somos Bachilleres program because I firmly believe that through education young people can have more equitable opportunities. And thus, contribute in some way to make Colombia a more just place.

Andrés Herrera Tequia

Biology Teacher

My name is Andrés Herrera Tequia. I’m a Biologist with a Master’s in Biochemistry graduated from Universidad Nacional de Colombia. I’m currently a PhD Candidate in the Department of Biological Chemistry – University of Michigan Medical School. My research focuses on how bacteria regulate gene expression that enable colonization and infection. My interest in being part of ConEducación comes from my belief that access to education transforms lives and breaks barriers. Coming from a family where my parents did not have the chance to study beyond elementary o high school, I’ve witnessed first hand how education opens doors to possibilities that I would have never imagined I could access when I was a teenager. It makes me really happy to contribute with my knowledge to help students overcome these barriers to higher education.

Andrés Felipe Cardozo

Andrés Felipe Cardozo

Chemistry Teacher

I am Andrés Felipe Cardozo, Chemistry Teaching student at Universidad Distrital. I consider learning science allows the education of critical people, able to make reasonable choices for their health and the environment, and to analyze news that influence their daily lives. I decided to volunteer at Somos Bachilleres because I want to use this space to gain experience in my area of knowledge by having more student-facing time, strengthening my communication skills, and trying out strategies that help boost students’ Chemistry learning.

Andrea Gómez

Andrea Gómez

Science Teacher

I’m a Biologist and Environmental Engineer graduated form Universidad de los Andes and I’m finishing my Master’s in Rural Development at UFRGS-Brazil. As an educator, I worked for two years at an alternative-teaching school in Bogotá as chair of Biology Department and Science, Chemistry and Math Teacher. I believe in education not only based in concepts and discourse, but also in experiences that foster a critical view of knowledge and the world. I’m part of Somos Bachilleres because I believe that, as a professional graduated from an excellent university, I have the responsibility to give to the education of children that do not have the same luck I did.

Sophía Acuña

Academic coordinator

My name is Isabel Sophia Acuña, and I love to be called Sophi! I am a passionate, creative, charitable, and a little stubborn woman. I like saying I am a little scientist, because as a girl I always dreamt of saying so. Truth is I graduated with a Major in Biology at ICESI University in Cali, Colombia, which makes me a professional Biologist, but I also consider myself an artist, illustrator, designer, writer, cook, and teacher at heart. 

I firmly believe higher education has the power to transform lives and open doors to bright futures that social inequality has closed. I was born and raised in a very isolated town with limited access to education. I graduated from high school there and it was my willingness to change the world and my passion for academia that allowed me to be awarded a grant from the government to access higher education. It makes me very excited to be part of ConEducación because my life story changed thanks to access to higher education. Experiencing the other side of the social coin of my country, has made me strongly embrace initiatives that aim to make my country a more egalitarian one, and to make come true the dream many young students have of changing their lives and the lives of their families for the better.

Elkin Alfredo Alfonso Valenzuela

Math Teacher

I am a committed teacher, with experience teaching science in high school – Biology, Physics, and Chemistry. 

I decided to participate in Somos Bachilleres because I want to help students who do not have access to academic support, due to geographic or economic reasons.

Jonathan Eduardo Alvarez Arteaga

Civics Teacher

My name is Jonathan Alvarez, I am a man passionate for knowledge and, accordingly, in search of constant learning. I feel and believe in the possibility of achieving goals and whatever you pursue through a sense of community because, as The Little Prince says, you can’t get too far by yourself. 

The experience I’ve had in these learning and teaching spaces allow me not only to get closer to the expectations I have built for myself as a teacher during my learning process. Being in close contact with others allows us to build a knowledge community, we weave the tears in this society, wounded by the indifference and segregation our violent history has left. Education is the main source of contribution to our culture, and bringing it closer to others is a commitment of all.

Catalina Henao López

Catalina Henao López

English Teacher

I’m a translator, passionate for language learning and teaching. My name is Catalina, I’m 30 years old and have been teaching English as a second language for 9 years. Recently, I started teaching Portuguese as well. I work on research projects whenever I can and I love to study and be constantly updating. I love music, singing and playing instruments – when I have some extra time I study and practice. I like the countryside and animals, that’s why I moved to my dad’s family’s town, Fredonia, where I live very happily. 

I decided to join Somos Bachilleres because, as a teacher, I have always believed that one way to solve this country’s problems is with critical and high-quality Education, and I consider this a fantastic project, very useful and necessary to change the reality of Colombian students. I love thinking that I can contribute, even a little, to facilitating a greater and more fair access to Education for the youth of this country.

Adriana Salazar Sierra

Critical reading teacher

I’m a teacher of reading comprehension and text production. I believe that reading and writing are processes that help us to know ourselves and explore the world. We are always learning new ways to read and to express what we think and feel. I consider it a social responsibility to share our knowledge with others.

Patricia Gómez Hurtado

Alumni Services

I am an educational psychologist who enjoys the outdoors, animals, and plants. I believe that education is a way of shaping critical individuals capable of facing the world and finding within themselves the resources to keep learning and making an impact in their environment.

I believe that education opens doors and shows us other realities. Just as I had the opportunity to study and grow as a person and a professional, I want to accompany others so that they can navigate higher education successfully.

María Camila Lancheros Vega

María Camila Lancheros Vega

Alumni Services

I am a happy person, passionate for knowledge, for sharing it and receiving lessons from others. I’m also a Biomedical Engineer, Master student in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine in Vienna, Austria, and currently I am an research intern at MEEI in eye tissue. 

I’m part of ConEducación because I like motivating youth to study, to move forward, for them to create knowledge.

Juliana González Pérez

Mentor and Content creator

I’m Juliana González, a biomedical engineer and master’s student in biomedical engineering at Universidad EIA, Envigado. Currently, I live in Boston, Massachusetts, doing an internship at Mass Eye and Ear. I consider myself a perseverant, disciplined, curious, and motivated person who enjoys learning, teaching, and believes that education is a powerful tool that can change lives.

I decided to be part of the foundation because it’s a wonderful project that can improve the quality of life for students and their families. We need more initiatives like this to eradicate educational inequality in Colombia and advance the country’s progress.

Celeny Hernández Jaramillo

Celeny Hernández Jaramillo

Content Creator

I’m a person who enjoys helping and working for others’ wellbeing. I like to take part in spaces where I can explore my abilities and develop new ones. During the time I’ve been a teacher, my greatest accomplishment has been to be able to see others grow in a personal and professional way, which makes me feel I grow with them. 

I firmly believe that each one, from their context, can be part of building a greater good, and I know ConEducación is a bridge that allows us to contribute to and support young students who are in search of personal and professional growth.

Mathias Rubio Plazas

Mathias Rubio Plazas

Researcher

I’m a person interested in Education, my own and that of others, as an engine of opportunities and as a vital activity. I love reading, writing, researching, and having interesting conversations with people around me. I also enjoy spending quality time with family and friends. 

I am part of ConEducación because I consider it offers me lots, personal and professionally, because I get to put in practice my knowledge and skills for people to be more educated and have greater chances of studying, working and making a positive impact in their communities

Valentina Escobar

Marketing and communications coordinator

I’m a passionate anthropologist dedicated to research and reflection. I’m part of ConEducación because I firmly believe that education is the most powerful tool for social change. Through education, we can build a just, equitable, and prosperous society. Additionally, I dream of a future where all students, regardless of their background, can choose to attend university and achieve their professional dreams.

Nicolás Rodríguez Macías

Operational assistan

I am a person who strives to become better each day, who firmly believes that education (both formal and informal) is the foundation of personal development, including financial education. Aware of the country’s inequality situation and motivated to actively contribute to bringing about change.


I believe that the best way to help is by donating my time to initiatives like ConEducación, where I can make an impact on students’ access to education through a high-quality and impactful mentoring process.

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