Nelson Barranco

Parent Advisor, New Mexico, Ascend at the Aspen Institute
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Nelson Barranco is 23 years old and lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was born in Cuba and his family migrated to the United States when he was very young. Nelson was first introduced to Ascend through his work with the organization, Together for Brothers, whom he was working with on a public transportation project. Nelson has a 5 year old daughter and enjoys traveling with her and socializing with friends.

Convenings Featuring Nelson Barranco

2023 Aspen Forum on Children and Families
Location: Virtual & In-Person in Washington, DC
Over the course of two days, our discussions focused on bold, equitable, and pragmatic strategies for building prosperity and well-being for all families. Sessions include insights from the latest two-generation (2Gen) family data, examples of...
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ConveningApril 11, 2023 – April 12, 2023
Day 2 Welcome & Taking Action for Family Prosperity
Location: Washington, DC & Virtual
On Day 1 we focused on what it takes to move the needle for families with low incomes. Join us for a robust Day 2, in which we will focus on bold, equitable, and pragmatic strategies for building prosperity and well-being for all families. Now is the...
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ConveningApril 12, 2023
The New Mental Health Agenda
Location: Washington, DC & Virtual
More people than ever before are aware and willing to share their experiences when it comes to mental health and well-being. At the same time, powerful innovations are emerging around the country to build on new insights from brain science and...
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ConveningApril 11, 2023