About

VOCES is a collective space committed to justice, belonging, and the amplification of all voices. Through community, education, mentorship, and advocacy, we stand for universal human rights. Explore who we are, what we do, and how you can be involved.

Mission

VOCES supports Universal Human Rights through culturally-affirming and language-concordant advocacy, education, research, and clinical service. We center community building and outreach locally, nationally, and internationally. We provide and welcome collaboration to build a mentorship pipeline across the career.

Vision

A world where every voice is valued, every culture is honored, and every community thrives. We envision a future in which advocacy, clinical care, education, and research are accessible, inclusive, and rooted in solidarity.

Values & How We Live Them

  • Voices – We amplify historically silenced voices through scholarship, advocacy, storytelling, and leadership development.
  • Opportunities – We create and share professional, educational, and mentorship opportunities, especially for students and early-career professionals.
  • Community – We build comunidad through gatherings, partnerships, and collective action across all identities.
  • Empowerment – We support individuals and groups to lead with authenticity and courage, rooted in cultural knowledge and lived experience.
  • Solidarity – We stand with all marginalized communities, recognizing interconnected struggles and practicing allyship in action.