By Celeste Noriega.
“That the children have a better future,” is Sof Ortiz’s wish.
Culture is ethically defined by experiences related to migration, the foods we eat, the languages we speak, and the customs we practice. However, in this great blanket of culture, there is one thread that is not often talked about: well-being.
The name Sof comes from Greek and means wisdom, an idea that she personifies in her work. She has worked in Cultural Center House (a cultural center in Redwood City) since it was founded and enjoys working there with the community because it is a way to motivate children to study at university and for adults to be able to escape the hard routines of work.