Celebrating Beatriz Palmer: Champion for Community Connection and Advocacy

In San Diego County, Beatriz Palmer shines as a leader dedicated to education, equity, and community well-being.
With an impressive array of roles and accomplishments, Beatriz exemplifies service and resilience, inspiring those
around her to work toward a more inclusive and supportive society.

Currently serving as the ENLACES Project Director at National University’s Sanford College of Education, Beatriz
oversees a grant-funded initiative supporting five community school sites. These schools serve as hubs for academic
and community programs, focusing on the social-emotional well-being of students and families while celebrating cultural
wealth. Leading a team of passionate coordinators, she fosters a love for education and community engagement across
diverse neighborhoods.

Beatriz’s impact extends far beyond her current role. As Board President of Operation HOPE-North County, she champions
homelessness advocacy, providing resources and pathways to stability for families in need. Her commitment to dismantling
systemic inequities is evident in her work with the Alliance for Regional Solutions Racial Justice Committee and as the
Women in NAACP Chair for the NSDC NAACP.

A lifelong learner, Beatriz teaches sociology as an adjunct professor at Central Texas College, where she equips students
with tools to understand and address societal challenges. She also promotes mental health awareness and communication skills
as a Spanish instructor at Faith Academy.

Her creativity shines through in her hobbies, including crafting flower arrangements and producing natural, toxic-free hygiene
and home products. These pursuits not only fuel her personal passion but also serve as tools for community healing and connection.

Beatriz recognizes both the strengths and areas for growth in her community. She highlights the importance of fostering positive
peer relationships and supporting healing among communities of color. “We thrive when we support one another,” she emphasizes,
calling for greater collaboration and understanding.

With aspirations to complete her doctoral program, Beatriz continues to build bridges, mentor others, and advocate for equity.
Her unwavering dedication serves as a powerful example for the next generation, proving that community, education, and compassion
can transform lives.

Let’s celebrate Beatriz Palmer, a true champion for change whose work inspires hope and progress for all.