Melissa I. M. Torres Ph.D., Msw, Chw

Melissa I. M. Torres, PhD, MSW, CHW has a diverse and extensive work experience. Melissa I. M. currently holds the position of Visiting Assistant Professor at Yale University since September 2022. Prior to that, they served as Vice President at the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) starting from August 2018. Melissa I. M. has also worked as an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Houston since January 2013. Additionally, they have held the role of Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Medicine from January 2020 to January 2023. From August 2016 to February 2019, Melissa was the Director of Human Trafficking Research Portfolio at The University of Texas at Austin. Melissa I. M. has also served as the Manager of Violence Prevention and Community Education at the Houston Area Women's Center from October 2015 to September 2016. Lastly, they worked as a Consultant at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston from August 2013 to December 2015.

Melissa I. M. Torres, PhD, MSW, CHW has a diverse education history. Melissa I. M. holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Social Work from the University of Houston. Melissa I. M.'sfield of study during their doctoral program was Social Work. Prior to their doctoral studies, they completed a Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of Houston, specializing in Macro Social Work.

In their undergraduate studies, Melissa earned a Bachelor's Degree from Houston Christian University. Melissa I. M.'sfield of study during their Bachelor's program was Theology/Theological Studies. Furthermore, they pursued English Language and Literature, General at the University of Texas at Brownsville.

In addition to their academic degrees, Melissa has obtained several certifications to enhance their professional skills. Melissa I. M. has been certified as a Community Health Worker by the Texas Department of State Health Services in June 2020. Additionally, they hold a Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies from the University of Houston. Melissa has also completed the Latinas Organizing for Leadership and Advocacy program provided by the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health. Lastly, they have a specialization in Professional Writing, obtained from Houston Baptist University.