One of the most important ways to have a large impact in life is by focusing on communities that are ignored and overlooked. These communities are often the ones most in need of help, tools, and services but for a variety of reasons the largest players in most industries chose not to work on serving them. We’ve been so touched by the thousands of members of our community who are working on serving the underserved from tackling food deserts to building empowering solutions for the neurodiverse. Each week, you’ll find us highlighting folks serving underserved communities.

Maitte Barrientos Barona

I work at a non-profit organization in Miami, Florida that offers legal representation for vulnerable individuals in deportation proceedings or individuals with complex immigration issues. I represent both children and adults most of which are victims of some sort of human rights abuse. For example, I represent unaccompanied children who are victims of trafficking or have suffered abuse, abandonment, or neglect at the hands of a parent. In the past, I’ve worked closely with the US Attorney’s Office to help prosecute traffickers and smugglers. Read more>>

Indigo Dickens

Indigo Public Relations stands at the intersection of purpose and impact, serving as a vital bridge between underserved communities and the broader world. As a full-service PR, marketing, and strategy firm, Indigo goes beyond traditional agency work by amplifying voices that have historically been overlooked or silenced. We specialize in creating meaningful partnerships between grassroots initiatives and global brands like Nike, Celsius, and Pepsi, ensuring that corporate resources flow directly into community empowerment. Read more>>