Q&A with Lesly Gonzalez-Barragan

Where are you based?

I am based in Saint Paul, MN.


How long have you worked for NFYCM?

I was an intern for a little over two years, working under diversity and inclusion.


Outside of work, what do you like to do?

Outside of the home, I like to spend time with my parish youth group and go on walks when the weather allows. At home, I enjoy baking, crocheting, and binge-watching shows with my family.


What is something about you that most folks might not know?

I am a master’s student working towards my Master of Divinity at Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary. I am a first-generation student, the oldest of two.


What do you do at NFYCM?

As a partnership specialist, my job is split between sponsorships, diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Additionally, I will be working as Associate Project Manager for Diversity and Inclusion for NFCYM’s Accompaniment Project and Partnering with Parents project.


What is the best part about your job – why do you do what you do?

The best part of my job is fulfilling my vocation while supporting the mission of NFCYM. I feel blessed to have been able to hear God’s call to ministry and to live out my call through NFCYM! I am inspired every day by my coworkers, members, and partnering organizations. I have a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to be able to contribute to these efforts is a blessing.