Liz Wang

Family Programs Director: Liz recently moved to Virginia from Guadalajara, Mexico, and joined Casa Chirilagua in September 2017. She has worked to support human rights internationally, and is now dedicated to promoting positive community and strong social bonds within...

Marissa Salgado

Youth Programs Director: A California native now on the East Coast, Marissa leads alongside our Local Leaders directing all of our Youth Programs. As a Peace Corps volunteer in Guatemala, Marissa’s time was focused on Maternal and Child health concerns. She...

Adriana Schellhaas

Executive Director: A Mexican-American born and raised in the border town of El Paso, Texas, Adriana began volunteering with Casa Chirilagua as an interpreter and mentor in 2011, then joined the staff in 2012. As Executive Director she helps bridge the gap between our...