Chiara Padilla

​Development Coordinator

email: cpadilla@teensuccess.org
​phone: (408) 263-8330 ext. 121

Chiara Padilla is the Development Coordinator at Teen Success, Inc.

Prior to working at Teen Success, Inc., Chiara worked at the Rape Recovery Center on the Outreach and Access team, where she worked with youth and Spanish-speaking communities regarding sexual violence and consent. Chiara has three years of experience in the for-profit sector, managing a team of over 40+ staff members to cultivate an enjoyable and collaborative environment. She is passionate about creating opportunities for youth through educational equity and empowering marginalized communities as advocates for change. 

Chiara received her Bachelor’s degrees in Gender Studies and International Studies from the University of Utah, where she also had the opportunity to study Humanitarian Communication as a Gilman Scholar in the United Kingdom. Chiara is also certified as a Confidential Victim Advocate for survivors of sexual violence. In her free time, she loves reading, thrift shopping, and dancing Bachata.