María Ruiz Méndez

María Ruiz Méndez is a seasoned professional in advocacy and community engagement with experience as the Family Advocacy Manager at Esperanza United since June 2018. Previously, María served as a Domestic Violence Advocate at the Consulate of Mexico in Saint Paul and held positions in security and mentorship with the Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota State University, Mankato, where María also contributed as the 84th Vice President of the Minnesota State Student Association. María holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs/Spanish from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and is a graduate of Tri-City United High School and Secundaria Centenario Cinco De Mayo in Guanajuato, México.