For Nichelle Gilbert, her journey to become executive director unfolded naturally. Growing up in Albuquerque and raised by a strong matriarchal family, the principle of giving back is part of her upbringing. “I don’t know that I could pinpoint the time I decided to do community work. It’s just been a part of my own fabric since I can remember.” …

For this story I get to chat with Javier Martínez, a previous Partnership for Community Action Executive Director, on the phone to learn a bit more about him and his connection to PCA. The line clicks, a quiet moment as Javier finds a space to talk. The story he unfolds isn’t just his, it’s a 24-year testament to how a …

During our 35th anniversary, we honor our roots by sharing how PCA came to be, guided by the vision of those who built it. The story begins and is forever imbued with the spirit of our founder, a proud Chicano, a relentless advocate, and a formative mentor named Dr. Moisés Venegas. The Albuquerque Partnership, which would become the Partnership for …

Growing up in Albuquerque, Adrián’s compass always led him to believe in the power of people. This instinct to invest his time in organizing with his family, friends, and community guided him as a young college student, leading him to focus on community work projects. It was during this time that he and his colleague Javier Martinez connected with Dr. …