As a Mexican and Salvadorian Latina, Karla has had multiple opportunities to strengthen her communicative skills in sharing ideas, news and stories. Her experiences include starting the Spanish Version of the local news (Herald & News) in her small Oregon town, and writing for the local city school districts among others. Her passions include traditional Mexican Folkloric dancing, traveling through Mexico and writing stories that empower the community to view the world with more warmth and esperanza.