Shandira Soto
About Shandira Soto
Shandira Soto serves as a Youth Development and Education Intern at Planned Parenthood Federation of America and has held various roles in community outreach and education. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Connecticut College, majoring in Gender Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies and Psychology.
Work at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Shandira Soto has been serving as a Youth Development and Education Intern at Planned Parenthood Federation of America since 2019. In this role, she has focused on developing educational programs aimed at youth in New London County, Connecticut. Her work involves engaging with young individuals to promote awareness about sexual health and education, as well as fostering a supportive environment for discussions around these topics.
Current Position at Connecticut College
Since 2019, Shandira Soto has also held the position of Assistant Librarian at Connecticut College. In this capacity, she assists in managing library resources and supports students and faculty in accessing information. Her role contributes to the academic environment of the college, facilitating research and learning opportunities for the campus community.
Education and Academic Background
Shandira Soto completed her high school education at Boston Latin Academy, earning her High School Diploma in 2019. She then pursued higher education at Connecticut College, where she studied Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies, achieving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2023. Her academic focus includes Gender Sexuality and Intersectionality Studies and Psychology, with a minor in Sociology.
Previous Work Experience
Shandira Soto has gained diverse experience through various roles prior to her current positions. She worked as a Teen Leader at both the Boch Center and Citi Performing Arts Center in 2016, and served as a Teaching Assistant at United South End Settlements in 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Teachers Assistant for ESL and Special Needs Students at Interdistrict School for Arts And Communication (ISAAC) from 2019 to 2020.
Community Involvement and Interests
Shandira Soto is actively involved in community outreach and activism. She organized with the Student Immigrant Movement in Massachusetts, focusing on advocacy for marginalized communities. Her interests lie in writing and researching issues affecting these communities, particularly in relation to youth, LGBTQ+ rights, and mental health education.