Debra is a graduate of University of California, San Diego where she received her Bachelor of Science in Physiology & Neuroscience and Global Health. She also has two minors in Chicano Latino Studies and Sociology.   As a Senior Environmental Health Research Coordinator, Debra invites Central Valley families to take part in investigative research projects focused…

Cresencio is a Cum Laude graduate of California State University, Bakersfield, where he received a Bachelor’s in Sociology and a Minor in Criminal Justice.  Cresencio is a Community Health Worker that enjoys providing asthma education to CCAC CARES participants in Kern County. In his role, Cresencio goes to home visits to assess a person’s environment to provide…

Briseida Vasquez-Vasquez has her bachelor’s degree in health science with an emphasis in Community Health and a minor in Spanish from California State University, Fresno.   Briseida joined the Central California Asthma Collaborative team as an intern in 2023 and is now working as an Environmental Health Research Coordinator for CCAC. In her role as an…

Brianda Castro is the Climate and Environmental Justice Associate at the Central California Asthma Collaborative. Through 14+ years of experience in Sales and Marketing she has specialized and has a strong passion for People Relations.   Through her role at CCAC, she values bringing awareness to help improve the air quality in disadvantage communities throughout the…

Bernardo graduated from California State University, Fresno, where he received a Bachelor of Science with an option in Finance. Bernardo joined the CCAC team as an Accounts Manager, leveraging his expertise in finance to manage and oversee financial operations. His role includes budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring fiscal responsibility within the organization. Growing up in…

Arlette is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cell Biology.    Arlette joined the CCAC team in December 2023. As an Environmental Health Research Coordinator, Arlette invites Central Valley families to take part in investigative research projects focused on exploring the factors that contribute…

Anabelle is a graduate from the University of California, Davis with a Bachelor’s in Human Development and a Minor in Sociology.   As the Environmental Health Research Manager, Anabelle coordinates participation of Valley families in investigative research projects enabled by UC Berkeley, UC Merced and CCAC. This research aims to examine determinants of air pollution exposure…