
Creating new beginnings through family and community
In this facilitator spotlight, we highlight the journey of Vianka Villagomez, an AP-OD facilitator at Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles. Vianka first joined AP-OD as a parent seeking to build a stronger educational foundation for her four children. What she discovered was more than parenting support, it was a deeper understanding of the power parents have to shape their children’s futures. Through AP-OD, she gained research-based tools, practical strategies, and confidence in her role as her children’s first and most important teacher.
Today, Vianka facilitates the AP-OD curriculum at Homeboy Industries, where she supports other parents on their own journeys. She creates a welcoming space for learning, reflection, and connection, helping families turn knowledge into action. Her story reflects the heart of AP-OD. When parents are empowered, they not only transform their own families, they also help open doors for others.


