Ricardo is interested in program design and evaluation, together with how local community efforts can become a driving force for development. He is passionate about educational work and improving livelihoods through innovative programs.

Originally from Southeast Mexico, he graduated from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City with a bachelor’s degree in international relations. He additionally spent time studying in the Netherlands. As a student, he completed work as a research assistant on topics such as sustainability, community-led development, and migration issues. Most recently, he worked at Impulso Universitario, an education-centered non-profit in his hometown, focusing on obtaining resources for the organization alongside project management and evaluation. At that time, interaction with other local-level organizations, both nationally and internationally, made him realize the need for further resources many of them have. That further advanced his decision to seek a career in the field of international development.

He looks forward to joining the GHD program to acquire new skills and knowledge from peers and faculty. He aspires to obtain the tools needed to function as a bridge between local organizations and the support they need.