Born in Medellín, Colombia, Dr. JuanEs Ramirez made his home in Western North Carolina in 2000, where he experienced firsthand the complexities of navigating identity within the Latine community. His work centers on the intersection of race, ethnicity, and education, building spaces where everyone can learn, teach, and grow together. Driven by a passion for honoring the cultural wealth of immigrant communities, JuanEs is committed to sharing the transformative power of education across the state.