Behind every successful Hopeworks youth is our awesome staff helping them succeed! Meet Soley Berrios, College Success Coach working with youth to get into college and reach their academic and life goals. Soley is also a passionate and active member of the Camden community. Born in Puerto Rico, she moved here with her parents when she was four and has been involved in the community in many ways. She attended Camden public schools, and graduated from Camden Academy Charter High School and Rowan University, worked as a Community Organizer for UrbanPromise, and worked in public health at Camden Coalition of Healthcare Providers.
Soley was a client and admirer of Hopeworks before she was a staff member. While working at Urban Promise, she would send groups of volunteers to Hopeworks; while at Camden Coalition, Soley was responsible for bringing Hopeworks trauma training to The Camden Healthy Youth Council. Always interested in Hopeworks’ trauma informed approach to youth development, Soley felt that, “Hopeworks treats youth development as a preventative public health problem.” Now, as our College Success Coach, her proudest moments at Hopeworks center around youth achievement: “It’s not about me here, it’s not. It’s about the youth; it’s about individual change and growth that leads to community growth.”
Soley dismissed those who told her that she needs to “get out of Camden” to be successful, and brings her talents to Camden and improves the community she loves every day: “Camden’s community it so resilient and strong.” She spoke at the first ever Women’s Unity Day here in Camden on April 3rd. Her message of community and unity rang true, and her pride as a first generation Latina community member of Camden was clear as day. She also serves as the Board Secretary of “Around the Way Girl,” a nonprofit organization with a strong mission of providing high quality programming to young women in marginalized communities. Read more about Around the Way Girl here: https://www.atwgirl.org/about/. Soley was also just selected to be a member of the Camden City Planning Committee.
Soley is committed to Camden’s Rising and to Camden’s young people!
Join us for the 2nd Annual transformative experience at the H.O.P.E Summit on Friday, March 21, 2025, tailored to empower young professionals - proudly supported by The Campbell’s Company! This event provides tools, insights, and connections to excel in your professional journey. What to expect? Who should attend? A special thank you to our other sponsors: Holman (Mock […]
Throughout February, we honored Black pioneers who have shaped healthcare, GIS, and beyond. In case you missed it, here’s a look at some of the incredible leaders we highlighted: Black history is happening every day, and we’re proud to celebrate these trailblazers paving the way for future generations. Stay tuned for more #BHM highlights on our social media!
February has been a month of incredible achievements for Hopeworks young professionals and alumni! We’re thrilled to celebrate the successes of: Amidst these incredible achievements, we’re also shining a spotlight on Michael Nguyen, a talented young adult whose journey is a testament to growth and perseverance. Michael initially came to Hopeworks looking for a fresh start […]
