Laura Giselle Romero is a junior at Columbia College studying Human Rights and Political Science. Laura is the daughter of Salvadoran immigrants, whose sacrifices have instilled purpose in her career pursuits. Laura has always been passionate about immigration law and is committed to serving migrant communities and honoring their stories through her work. Laura is honored to be a Miller Human Rights Award recipient. The support provided by this award will help her continue in her position as a Paralegal Advocate at the incredible non-profit organization, The Brave House. The Brave House serves young immigrant women and gender-expansive youth, ages 16-24, with a focus on individuals who are survivors of gender-based violence. At The Brave House, Laura has been supporting the expansion of the legal department, focusing on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and Asylum cases for young women from Central America and Mexico. Laura is grateful for the opportunity to work with such brave, resilient, and kind women. After graduating, Laura will be attending law school and studying immigration law.
