Meet Our Team

Executive Director

Monique provides strategic and visionary leadership, advancing the YWCA’s mission of eliminating racism and empowering women while guiding programs, staff, and community partnerships.

Deputy Director

Layla manages the YWCA’s direct-service programs, ensuring they are impactful, community-centered, and rooted in racial and gender justice.

Operations Director

Fernanda oversees the YWCA’s operations and organizational infrastructure, providing the foundation that keeps the organization running smoothly and effectively every day.

Bookkeeping & Development Manager

Juliet oversees financial records and drives strategic development initiatives to support organizational growth and efficiency.

Director of Programs

Victoria leads and strengthens YWCA Berkeley/Oakland’s programs, supporting staff and partnerships to ensure services are responsive, mission-driven, and aligned with the organization’s values of racial justice, gender equity, and community empowerment.

Program and Marketing Manager

Jackie oversees the planning and execution of community programs while leading marketing efforts to promote engagement and increase visibility.

Advocacy Program Manager

Itzel leads the planning and coordination of the YWCA’s community programs. She works closely with leadership to build community partnerships and bring engaging events to life. 

Art, Culture, and Wellness Curator

Develops and implements programs which involve curating art, dance, music, and theatre exhibitions, or organizing and delivering wellness workshops, as well as organizing and creating community events that foster cultural engagement.

Workforce Development Coordinator

Karen facilitates English-in-Action, a program that helps English learners through one-to-one conversational practice with local volunteers.

Mental Health Director

Co-creates a mental health program such as clinical training allowing us to provide therapy services to the community; discussion groups; support groups and other group based activities for the community.

Career Coach

Claire offers one-on-one career coaching sessions.

Facilities Manager

Chris manages the YWCA Berkeley/Oakland building.

Rentals Manager and Administrative Assistant

Cristina oversees rentals and supports daily operations. She manages bookings, client communication, and provides front desk and administrative support.