Maria Alejandra Salazar

Maria Alejandra Salazar has extensive experience in program management and community engagement, currently serving as a Program Officer at Borealis Philanthropy since March 2019, after holding the position of Program Associate. Previous roles include Chaplain Intern at NorthShore University HealthSystem and Clerical Support at the General Commission on the Status and Role of Women. Maria has also directed the Multicultural Resources Program at Northside Community Resources and worked as an Enrollment Specialist at Oakton Community College. Early career experiences include suburban organizing and program associate roles at the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights, as well as an organizing intern position. Maria earned a Bachelor of Science in Education with a focus on Social Policy and Latina/o Studies from Northwestern University and a Master of Divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.