Transforming New Mexico,
Together
Our Mission
Our Belief
We believe that quality education is transformative — it changes lives, expands opportunity, boosts economic mobility and fuels community power. Leadership development and collective engagement are the roots of building more equitable and inclusive communities.
The Spanish word Encuentro means both "a coming together" and "a discovery." For Latinx immigrants in Central New Mexico, Encuentro is a place where both happen—a community where individuals come together to rebuild connection, support one another, and discover new opportunities through education.
When programs are offered in a justice-centered, culturally affirming environment, they become powerful entry points to leadership and lasting change.
Our Model for Impact
Education
Economic Opportunity
Leadership Development
The Community We Serve
Our students are resilient English-learning adults seeking to re-engage in their education. Nearly two-thirds are working parents with children under 18 at home, balancing the demands of mixed-status households and multiple low-wage jobs to support their families.
Despite their many cultural and economic contributions, immigrants face a broad range of barriers and discrimination that limit access to social support programs and increase risks of workplace exploitation. For our community, education is more than a classroom opportunity — it is a pathway to dignity, stability, and the power to create a better future.
Our Team & Leadership
Our work is powered by a dedicated team of educators, navigators, and leaders committed to the success of our immigrant community. Our staff and board reflect the community we serve, ensuring our work remains rooted in lived experience and cultural understanding.
We are proud that 75% of our Home Health Aide program staff is led by the program's own graduates—Latinx immigrant women leaders who have transformed their own lives and now lead others in the same path.
Career Opportunities
Our Commitment to Transparency
