09/14/2026
This summer, we welcomed our intern, Valeria Tiburcio Romo. A first-generation college student at UC Irvine, Valeria has dreamed of becoming a lawyer for as long as she can remember. Her passion for law has grown through a two-year mentorship with our Legal Director and Consumer Protection Attorney, Kate Lee, whom she first met through Mission Scholars.
During her internship, Valeria had the opportunity to support a client by helping gather important documents for their case.
“It was exhilarating,” she shared. “I went home with the biggest smile.”
The experience gave Valeria a firsthand look at the impact legal advocates can have in people’s lives and strengthened her goal of attending law school and pursuing a career in immigration law or diplomacy.
We’re grateful to have been part of Valeria’s journey and excited to see where her passion for service takes her next. 🌱⚖️