Garza, Veronica; Tijerina, Alfredo P. (coworker/coworker). Discovery Green Park, 2009-12-15T14:30:00

File — Interview-ID: MBY006057

Interview Description

Alfredo and Veronica talk about their work with the community through Family Services of Greater Houston and their Mexican-American identity and heritage.

Facilitator Subject Log

1:00 Alfredo is Mexican-American. His parents both grew up in Texas. His father didn't speak English until he joined the army. He is one of ten children and both of his parents came from large families.

5:45 Alfredo lived in Louisiana for a time. he went to Seminary and studied religion and social work.

9:35 Alfredo remembers being encouraged to speak English as a youngster. Now being bilingual is an immense asset.

17:36 You have to have passion to do this work. People can sense if you are insincere.

24:19 Thinking about goals for the future.