Executive Leadership
Yefry Samael Mata Diaz
Cofounder/Executive Director
Yefry Samael Mata Diaz is the Founder and Executive Director of La Cura Collective, dedicated to disrupting the school-to-prison pipeline through holistic wellness and mentorship. Originally from Honduras, Yefry overcame displacement and poverty as a formerly incarcerated, first-generation college graduate from CSU Monterey Bay and Cabrillo College. Today, he collaborates with community leaders and schools to create pathways of healing and hope, empowering young people to reclaim their narratives and define their own futures.
Management Team
Kelsey Nordstrom-Sanchez
Program Manager
Kelsey Nordstrom-Sanchez is a Salinas native and proud California State University Monterey Bay alumna. She received her J.D. from California Western School of Law and an MLIS from the University of Denver. Kelsey is committed to expanding access to education and creating opportunities for historically underserved communities. She founded the Monterey County Juvenile Hall Book Club to foster literacy, reflection, and connection among incarcerated youth. Through CSUMB's Project Rebound, she met Yefry, whose passion for giving back and lived experience made him a natural addition to the book club. Together, they have created a space where books spark honest conversations, mentorship, and hope for the young people they serve.
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