Facilitator Highlight – Maria Rodriguez and Katherine Mateo

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Our latest Facilitator Highlight features Maria Rodriguez and her daughter, Katherine Mateo, whose shared journey with AP-OD spans two generations. Maria first discovered AP-OD as a parent looking to strengthen her parenting skills in order to best support her children. The experience inspired her to support other families in her community of Cypress Hills, building meaningful connections and helping parents grow in confidence.

Today, Maria and Katherine are both AP-OD facilitators, carrying their shared commitment to parent leadership into the communities they serve. Inspired by watching her mother, Katherine is now following in her footsteps while preparing for her own journey into parenthood. Their story highlights how the impact of parent leadership can extend across generations, strengthening families and inspiring future leaders.


Read Maria and Katherine's full story