Karyleni Alburquerque

Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona

School: Barry Goldwater High School

Karyleni Alburquerque is a passionate student leader from Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to advancing equity, civic engagement, and youth empowerment. As the president of the Society of Female Scholars and an elected Student Government officer, she has organized donation drives, led advocacy initiatives, and uplifted underrepresented voices within her school and community. Her commitment to justice is rooted in personal experience and strengthened through involvement with organizations like LUCHA and Anytown Leadership Camp. As a first-generation student with a deep interest in public policy, Karyleni aspires to pursue a career in public service. She applied to CHCI NextGen to grow as a changemaker, connect with other young Latino leaders, and gain the tools to better serve her community through meaningful, systemic impact.