A woman with long dark hair is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a maroon top, large hoop earrings, and a gold necklace with a nameplate. She has a septum piercing and is standing against a plain light-colored background, representing The Representation Project's Board of Directors.

Erika Valencia-Quidwai

Operations Assistant

Erika Valencia-Quidwai is a first-generation Chicana born and raised in Los Angeles. She recently graduated from Mount Saint Mary’s University with a Bachelor’s in Liberal Arts. Her studies were deeply rooted in Ethnic Studies and Social Justice. Erika’s passion lies in Chicano/a/x Studies and advocating for an accurate representation of Chicano/a/x, Mexicans, and Latino/a/x in the media.