Diana Rubi is a first-generation Latina, born in Mexico City and raised in Peoria, Illinois. She is currently based in Northwest Arkansas. Her peers describe her as a curious, tenacious Latina, eager to learn, and open-minded. She represents the new generation, although is wise beyond her years and has an “old soul.”
On Being an Immigrant: As a first-generation immigrant from Mexico City, Diana was very much aware of her family’s status growing up. She and her family arrived in the U.S. when she was a baby and she spent most of her life living undocumented – something that ultimately became part of the fabric of her identity. She remembers helping her family and local community as an interpreter even at a young age, assisting them with reading legal documents and other important letters.
At Her Core: Diana is unapologetic about who she is and has grown confident in her own mind and identity. She proudly identifies as a queer Latina and considers being a member of, and advocating for, the LGBTQ+ community something that is becoming increasingly more important to her. She is passionate about coalition-building and community building with other women of color and encouraging women to pursue their dreams and goals. Being free and feeling liberated and owning that as a woman is very important to her.