Desiree Ruiz Ramoz is a proud first-generation, Guatemalan-American Latina whose career focuses on exploring her passions around mental health awareness, self-care application, and diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy.  After graduating from Stonehill College with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English, Ruiz Ramoz began working with youth and families in the in-home services and crisis field as a Family Intervention Specialist. Currently, she serves as the School & Community Program Manager at the Chica Project. Through both roles, she has grown her clinical, social work, facilitator, mentorship, and development skills. Recently, Ruiz Ramoz completed her studies at Merrimack College and graduated with a Master’s of Education in Community Engagement. Ruiz Ramoz is continuing her studies and is pursuing a Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Organizational Leadership.

Healing as a CommUnity is a continuation of a curriculum Ruiz Ramoz created and delivered to a group of college students during her Senior year at Stonehill. Through this business, Ruiz Ramoz can use her skills and knowledge on personal and professional development to empower clients to focus on their wellness to heal as a community.