Maria Farias

Marias Farias is an experienced leader in youth development and education with a strong background in the nonprofit sector. Maria holds a Bachelor of Art in Foreign Language Education from Assumption University. Based in Dedham, MA, she brings over a decade of experience designing, coordinating, and managing programs that empower young people through learning and recreation. Before joining YES, Maria served as a Program Manager at Prospect Hill Charter School in Somerville, where she supervised educators and youth workers. She also spent several years with the YMCA of Greater Boston , where she coordinated after-school and summer camp programs focused on leadership, teamwork, and outdoor learning.