John Robert Lewis Scholar
Cohort 1
(2021 - 2022)
Undergraduate Institution: Fordham University, B.A. in Political Science and Theology, Minors in Bioethics and American Studies
Graduate Institution: Fordham University, M.A Ethics and Society
Occupation: Policy and Planning Manager at God's Love We Deliver
Career Goals/Interests: City government, policy, government affairs
Current Region: New York City
JRL Program Bio: Camila Gomez is from Queens, New York, and senior at Fordham University majoring in Political Science and Theology with minors in American Studies and Bioethics. She currently serves as the Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion for the United Student Government. Outside of Fordham, she serves as a college counselor at the High School of Fashion Industries, specifically working with First Generation college applicants. In the past Camila has worked as a Constituent Services Liaison for Ritchie Torres, and as a Bronx Borough Organizer for the Dianne Morales for Mayor Campaign.
Oral History Project: Caring for the Community, Loving Thy Neighbor