announce Yisel Cabrera as CHLI’s new program manager. She will be responsible for

developing, implementing and evaluating CHLI’s public policy initiatives and the highly

competitive Ford CHLI Leadership Program. This program brings university students

from across the country to work in the nation’s capital.

“We are fortunate to have Yisel join us on staff and look forward to her leadership as we

continue to grow and expand our organization,” said Octavio Hinojosa, CHLI Executive

Director.

“I am delighted to join such an impressive organization committed to the advancement

of the U.S. Hispanic community,” said Yisel Cabrera, “CHLI has a great future, and I am

excited to be part of it.”

Prior to joining CHLI, Yisel was a project coordinator at the Self Reliance Foundation.

She was responsible for coordinating the daily operations of a

Yisel graduated from the University of Tampa in Florida with B.A. in Government and

World Affairs and a minor in International Relations. A native of Cuba and raised in

Florida, Yisel is passionate about advancing and empowering the U.S. Hispanic community.