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Vivian Brates is an Advanced Lecturer at the Stanford Language Center, focusing on creating impactful partnerships with Spanish-speaking communities to enhance student engagement and global awareness. She holds two master's degrees in Latin American Studies and Spanish & Latin American Literature. With extensive experience as a Human Rights Observer and Election Monitor for organizations including the United Nations and OAS across various Latin American countries, Brates has committed herself to advocacy and support for immigrant communities. At Stanford since 2005, she has worked to integrate meaningful real-world experiences into the curriculum, enhancing students' competencies and identities as engaged citizens. Her volunteer work includes teaching Spanish at San Quentin Prison through the Prison University Project. Brates has received several accolades for her contributions, such as the Global Engagement Initiative Award and Terman Fellow Mentorship Award, reflecting her dedication to education and social justice.
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