Jess Anthony Sanchez

Jess Sanchez has been a passionate advocate for social justice since his college days, actively participating in the California Teachers Association (CTA) and the Moreno Valley Educators Association (MVEA) to champion the rights of disenfranchised people of color. His early involvement focused on dismantling systemic barriers and amplifying the voices of LGBTQ individuals within communities of color. Currently a dedicated classroom teacher, Jess embodies the belief that these barriers can be overcome, demonstrating daily how individuals can create meaningful change while proudly representing the LGBTQ community and inspiring his students to become agents of progress.