Valeria Gallegos De Oña
Research and Community Engagement Associate
Valeria Gallegos De Oña is a recent graduate in Political Science and International Studies from Indiana University. From an early age, she has been driven by a strong sense of the common good and a desire to help others, traits that laid the foundation for her professional aspirations. Throughout her academic career, Valeria actively engaged in numerous school fundraisers and volunteered for various initiatives, most notably leading a project to provide care packages for the homeless.
Her commitment to humanitarian work has led her to internships at CINDE in Costa Rica and Habitat for Humanity in Australia, where she further deepened her dedication to supporting vulnerable populations, particularly the homeless and refugees. Valeria’s strong leadership and interpersonal skills complement her commitment to social justice and humanitarian initiatives.