Meet the Team
Meet the team behind Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac
Ex - Programming Coordinator
Alejandra Bergamann
Alejandra was actively involved in organizations such as the Grassroots Global Justice Alliance (GGJ) and played a role in organizing the 2006 Border Social Forum in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. She continued her participation in the Social Forum process, representing women's and indigenous people's organizing and struggles at international forums, including the World Social Forum in Kenya in 2007.
Executive/Artistic Director
Brujo de la Mancha
The Executive Director (E.D.) will oversee OYC's mission fulfillment, manage finances and office tasks necessary for providing services to Schools, Universities, Museums, Senior Centers, Community Centers, various events, including community festivals, and the Artist in Residence Program. OYC conducts two one-week Artist in Residence Programs annually.
President
Veronica Ponce de Leon
Veronica's diverse journey includes theater, Mexican regional dance instruction, storytelling, and crafting workshops. She adeptly balances preserving Mexican traditions with adapting to our ever-changing world. Veronica's strength lies in her humor and her joy in teaching children, who always offer her fresh insights.