Cecilia Giron

Cecilia Giron is a dedicated community leader with more than 30 years of experience empowering and inspiring underrepresented communities across Oregon. Through her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to service, she has positively impacted thousands of underserved children, youth, and families throughout the state.

Cecilia has successfully developed and implemented culturally and linguistically responsive educational programs that expand opportunities for Latino students and foster long-term community growth. Her commitment to advocacy, education, economic development, and equity has established her as a respected voice and trusted collaborator across the region.

In recognition of her outstanding contributions and leadership, Cecilia was honored by the Oregon Commission for Women with the prestigious Women of Achievement Award in 2013.

She is an advisory member of the City of Cornelius Economic Development Commission and the Disaster Resilience Learning Network (DRLN). She also consults for LACE, supporting nonprofits that strengthen and prepare Latino communities across Oregon.

Cecilia currently serves as the State Director for LULAC Oregon and Development Director for the Forest Grove/Cornelius Chamber of Commerce, continuing her lifelong commitment to advancing opportunity, resilience, and equity for communities in Oregon and beyond.