Elena Prado is an Architectural Designer at Architecture for Education (A4E) in Pasadena, CA. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture with a Minor in Archaeology from University of Southern California’s School of Architecture. Elena is a motivated emerging professional interested in the design of accessible, public, and community-centered spaces that disseminate historical and cultural knowledge. This ambition is driven by Elena’s need to amplify the voices of students, people of color, and those who face economic adversities. As a result, Elena is actively engaged with mentorship organizations such as the SoCal NOMA Chapter, dedicated to providing mentorship to aspiring designers.