Grace Burga

Grace Burga (she/her/hers) serves as a Fellow Experience Coordinator for the Aspen Young Leaders Fellowship, where she provides operational support and assists with program delivery.

Grace is passionate about social justice, educational equity, and is dedicated to working with underprivileged communities. As a product of the Rutgers Future Scholars program in New Jersey, she was inspired to work in education and expand opportunities for youth.

Grace earned her bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University-New Brunswick where she double majored in psychology and women’s and gender studies. She previously worked as a support coordinator for adults with developmental disabilities where she advocated and identified specialized needs for her clients.

As a proud Peruvian immigrant, Grace is driven to create inclusive spaces for individuals with multicultural backgrounds and diverse upbringings. She credits her upbringing for her love and commitment to her community.