Micheal Damian Gomez Trujillo

Hometown: San Jose, California

School: Bellarmine College Preparatory

Michael Damian Gomez Trujillo is a rising senior from San Jose, California and attends Bellarmine College Preparatory. He is proud of the values his parents have instilled in him that include humility, justice, and respect. He is captain of the varsity football team and serves as captain for the Athletes for Justice Club, a leadership group that engages athletes with faith and service. He is passionate about causes that impact Latino communities and opportunities that highlight Mexican culture. Michael Damian’s interest in CHCI NextGen is to take advantage of the networking, leadership, and the resources, along with the experience in the nation’s capital. Michael Damian can be found wearing a UFW pin that represents his family’s farmworker background. He also proudly wears the American flag to honor his immigrant roots, but also the legacy his family has passed on in military service. With ganas, Michael Damian feels the possibilities are endless.