Wilma Esquivel Pat

Wilma Esquivel Pat, originally from Chetumal, Quintana Roo, became a fellow at age 25.  Wilma obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the Technological Institute of Chetumal.  She currently teaches and mentors at the José María Luis Mora Middle School in Felipe Carrillo Puerto.  She also provides workshops to parents and youth to carry out projects focused on environmental protection, HIV/AIDS prevention, the erradication of animal mistreatment, and the promotion of reading and cultural identity.  As a GOJoven fellow, she has participated in the Leadership Initiative in Emergency Contraception, the Training of Trainers (TOT) program, and the Virtual Story project.  Wilma’s participation in these activities has helped drive her work with adolescents, providing her opportunities to facilitate workshops in SSR and organize events with youth-focused institutions.  Wilma has been recognized as one of the outstanding young leaders in Felipe Carrillo Puerto for her work with youth.  Furthermore, Wilma has plans to obtain a Master’s in Family Counseling and strengthen her ability to promote reading and poetry.