Eunices Pineda

Eunices graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2020 with a B.S in Allied Health Sciences, concentrating in Public Health and Health Promotion. She is currently a third-year graduate student in the Public Health program and Social Work program at the University of Connecticut. Eunices started her professional experience as a case manager in the Fatherhood Engagement Program in 2021 which allowed her to work with a diverse group of fathers including fathers with disabilities and Spanish-speaking fathers. Inspired by these interactions, she wishes to make an impact through community organizing with a focus on systems change. As a LEND trainee, she is interested in building upon her leadership skills and using her knowledge in serving underrepresented communities. Making Spanish-speaking services more accessible to Spanish-speaking individuals is just one focus of many that she wishes to improve upon. Eunices enjoys spending free time with family and friends, especially traveling, doing outdoor activities, and spending time with her dog, Mr. Toby.