Destiny Gallegos

Highly adaptable and detail-oriented professional with strong technical skills and a proven ability to learn quickly. Proficient in Microsoft Word, including document merging, and comfortable navigating digital systems. Eager to apply my organizational abilities to case management and court filing processes while rapidly gaining expertise in legal support. Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree with long-term aspirations to attend law school and specialize in financial or real estate law.

Mental Health Association of NYC -Crisis Text Line May 2021 – October 2023

Crisis Counselor and Inaugural Campus Advocate

• Trained rigorously on a platform to learn about the causes, consequences, resources and appropriate responses to a crisis or potential crisis.
• Volunteered over 200 hours as a telephone counselor by assisting individuals with psychological first aid.
• Provided crisis intervention and brief supportive counseling to people experiencing an emotional crisis including but not limited to suicide, self-harm, sexual/ physical/ emotional abuse, and bereavement.

Call Blackline March 2024 - May 2024

Crisis Listener

• Engaged in training that incorporates intersection of oppression with crisis counseling.
• Collected information and data of negative police and vigilante contact in the United States.
• Served 100 hours as a counselor, witness listener and referral source for Black, Brown, and Indigenous peoples in particular, throughout the nation.

The Courage Program June 2024 - September 2024

Women Resource Advisor

• Provided compassionate support and guidance to women facing crisis pregnancies, connecting them with essential resources such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
• Educated clients on parenting skills, prenatal care, and emotional well-being through one-on-one consultations and group discussions.
• Facilitated workshops on topics such as self-sufficiency, career development, and personal empowerment
• Maintained confidential client records and tracked resource referrals to ensure continued support and follow-up.

The Friendship Center December 2024 - January 2025

Personal Grocer Shopper

• Assisted clients, including elderly and low-income individuals, by selecting and purchasing groceries based on dietary needs, preferences, and budget constraints.
• Managed inventory and ensured the efficient distribution of fresh produce, pantry staples, and essential household goods.
• Coordinated grocery pickups and deliveries to provide reliable food access for underserved communities.
• Maintained accurate records of orders, payments, and client preferences to streamline future shopping experiences.

SORF ( Student Organization Resource Fee) September 2023 - May 2024

Member

• Reviewed and allocated funding requests from Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) to support events, programs, and operational needs.
• Assessed budget proposals to ensure compliance with university policies and equitable distribution of student fee funds.
• Collaborated with fellow board members to make data-driven funding decisions that enhance student engagement and campus diversity.
• Provided guidance to RSO leaders on navigating the funding application process and financial best practices.

CSEC ( Campus Student Election Committee) September 2024 - Present

Member

• Collaborated with student organizations and university departments to coordinate diverse programming, including cultural showcases, speaker panels, and social mixers.
• Managed event logistics, including budgeting, venue selection, marketing, and volunteer coordination.
• Developed promotional strategies using social media, email campaigns, and campus outreach to maximize event attendance.

NDiSTEM Undergraduate Student Presenter Awardee 2022: Awarded best research presentation in the category of neuroscience out of over 1,000 undergraduate research presenters at the 2022 NDiSTEM Conference Hosted by. SACNAS (Society for Advancement of Chicanos/ Hispanics Native Americans in Science) in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Honors Presents Award Program Scholarship: The Honors President’s Award Program at the University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign is a merit-based scholarship awarded to Illinois residents. Students who receive this award are in historically underrepresented groups who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.

• CPR Certified: Exp. June 2025
• Computer Science in Cybersecurity - Exp. February 2028
• Business and Data Analysis Skills - Exp. March 2028