Celia Higueras
About Celia Higueras
Celia Higueras serves as the Oregon Network Director at Unite Us, a position she has held since 2019. She has a background in sociology and public health, with previous roles at organizations such as MJHS and the Sexual Assault Resource Center.
Current Role at Unite Us
Celia Higueras serves as the Oregon Network Director at Unite Us, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on building and managing networks that connect various health and social service providers across Oregon. Her work aims to enhance collaboration and improve access to services for communities in need. She operates in the Portland, Oregon area, contributing to the organization's mission of addressing social determinants of health.
Previous Experience in Community Initiatives
Prior to her current role, Celia Higueras worked as the Community Initiatives Manager at MJHS from 2013 to 2014. In this capacity, she was involved in developing and implementing community-focused programs. Her experience in this role contributed to her understanding of community needs and resource allocation.
Background in Health and Social Services
Celia has extensive experience in health and social services. She worked as the Latina Program Coordinator at the Sexual Assault Resource Center from 2008 to 2012, where she focused on supporting the Latina community. Following this, she served as the Health Systems Director at the Oregon Community Health Workers Association from 2015 to 2019, where she worked on health system improvements and community health worker initiatives.
Educational Background
Celia Higueras holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Lewis & Clark College. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Public Health from Portland State University, completing her studies in 2018. Her educational background supports her work in community health and social services.