Gabriela Torres

Dynamic professional with a proven track record excelling in effective communication and adaptability. Skilled in mentoring and guiding teams. Strong organizational abilities and a commitment to high-quality standards. Passionate about supporting diverse needs and fostering positive client relationships.

• Omicron Delta Kappa National Honor Society (ΟΔΚ) • 2012

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) • 2019-Present
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) • 2019-Present

• Angel City Impact • 2023-Present - Working with City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks in expanding the GPLA program to ensure all girls and gender expansive youth in Los Angeles who want to play soccer can. Working with the ACFC Coach Network in building real coaching pathways for girls, women, and gender expansive individuals through a combination of education, networking events, and access to paid coaching opportunities.
• ACFC Community Outreach • 2023-Present - Participating in Garden Work Day in partnership with Garden School Foundation and Sprouts Farmers Market, work to maintain and refresh the 99h Street Elementary School garden via clearing weeds, harvesting fruit and veggies, and overall garden maintenance.
• The Senior Pantry • 2023-Present - Provide food relief for low-income seniors within Los Angeles County. Seniors will have access to nutritious food items, hygiene, and other essential supplies. Help assemble bags of basic goods, including food items and hygiene, and organize the shelving space.
• Special Olympics of Southern California • 2015-2023 - Provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
• Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles • 2000-2023 - Provide members with up-to-date information about Down syndrome. Advocate on behalf of individuals at both the local and national levels. Train medical professionals and others who work with individuals with Down syndrome to understand better the issues facing our families. Enrich the lives of individuals with Down syndrome by promoting opportunities to take an active part in their communities.

• Photography - Worked as a photographer during university, covering tournaments and sporting events. My love for photography has continued, and I now participate in photo shoots at events where I volunteer.
• United States Bowling Congress Sanctioned League - Bowling with bowlers of all skill levels to compete, improve their game, and socialize with other bowlers.
• Angel City Football Club season ticket membership - Supporter of the Los Angeles National Womens Soccer League team. Attending all regular season home games plus a friendly and exclusive events. Member of supporter group Rebellion 99 - Work to uplift women, LGBTQIA+ and marginalized communities everywhere. Stand for inclusivity, equality, respect and camaraderie and will uphold these standards in and out of the stands.