HealthCare UnTold

Mireya Gomez‑Contreras, Executive Director of Esperanza Community Farms: Building a Just Food System

Our guest today is Mireya Gomez-Contreras, the Executive Director of Esperanza Community Farms. Mireya reflects on her personal journey, the leadership lessons learned from working alongside immigrant and Indigenous farmers, and the deep collaboration required to build sustainable food systems. She highlights the farm’s commitment to economic opportunity, climate‑resilient agriculture, and honoring the lived expertise of local families who have long nourished California’s fields. #FoodJustice #CommunityLeadership #EsperanzaCommunityFarms.org #MireyaGomezContreras #HealthCareUnTold

Hector L. Torres‑Diaz: Building Bridges for Civil Rights and Community Empowerment

Our guest today is Hector L. Torres‑Diaz, the Civil Rights Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Human Rights Commission. He is also a law student specializing in immigration law, public policy, community engagement, and the ongoing movement for Puerto Rico’s sovereignty. As a leader in public service, Hector is dedicated to being a bridge builder amongst multi-ethnic communities to strengthen and expand their access to community involvement. #HectorLTorresDiaz #CivilRightsAdvocate #PennsyvaniaHumanRightsCommission #CommunityEngagement #PublicServiceLeadership #LatinoLeadership #EquityAndJustice

George Carillo: Co-Founder & CEO of the Hispanic Construction Council – Supporting Latino Construction Businesses and Workers

Our guest today is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Hispanic Construction Council. The Hispanic Construction Council is a national dual nonprofit organization, classified as both 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6), that addresses critical gaps in the construction industry. As a think tank, they utilize their board members and media presence to raise awareness and provide solutions for significant economic challenges and opportunities affecting the construction industry and its workers. #GeorgeCarillo #HispanicConstructionCouncil,com #Latino Construction Leadership PROTECT CONSTRUCTION WORKERS #LatinoBuilders #HealthCareUnTold

Jill Mather, Founder of Volunteers Cleaning Communities — “Cleaning the Streets of Los Angeles”

Our guest today is Jill Mather the Founder of Volunteers Cleaning Communities. This grassroots movement is transforming Southern California’s streets one cleanup at a time. Jill shares how her passion for environmental stewardship evolved into a thriving volunteer network that removes thousands of pounds of litter annually—without government funding. From organizing neighborhood cleanups to empowering youth and seniors alike, Jill’s story is a testament to the power of civic action and community pride. Tune in to hear how small acts of care can ripple into lasting change. #VolunteersCleaningCommunities #LitterFreeLA #CleanUpCrew #CommunityPower #EnvironmentalJustice #EcoActivism #GrassrootsMovement #UrbanSustainability

Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of Latinos in Heritage Conservation- "Endangered Latinx Landmarks 2025"

Our guest today is Sehila Mota Casper, Executive Director of the Latinos In Heritage Conservation. With deep roots in historic preservation and community advocacy, Sehila shares her inspiring journey from grassroots organizing to leading a national movement that centers Latinx stories, sites, and cultural memory. Under her leadership, the Conservancy recently unveiled the first-ever national list of Endangered Latinx Landmarks—a groundbreaking initiative that shines a spotlight on 13 culturally significant sites across the U.S. and Puerto Rico that are under threat from gentrification, neglect, demolition, and climate change. This campaign marks a pivotal moment in cultural preservation, and Sehila’s voice and the work of her small but mighty team is front and center in amplifying these stories and mobilizing communities to protect them. Explore the full list and learn more about the initiative on Latinos in Heritage Conservation’s official website: https://www.latinoheritage.us [https://www.latinoheritage.us] #LatinosInHeritageConservation #LatinxHeritageMatters #EndangeredLatinxLandmarks #PreserveOurStories #HealthCareUnToldPodcast