Christina Vela

The Making of an Advocate

Christina Vela escaped the fate of many inner-city teen moms with education. Now she's determined to help others overcome their obstacles.

Christina Vela, chief program officer at St. Jude's Ranch for Children (R. Marsh Starks / UNLV Photo Services)

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