Cecilia earned her Degree in Biology at the University of El Salvador in 2010. She worked with three recognized Belizean NGOs in numerous environmental educational campaigns, involving different communities and children, creating awareness of the importance of terrestrial and marine ecosystems, as well as of the role each person plays in the protection of these natural resources. Cecilia has a great passion for marine conservation and education, she also immensely enjoys working with children, teaching them about marine life and its importance for healthy marine ecosystems. Since April 2016 Cecilia is the Education and Outreach, Administration and Operation Coordinator for MAR Alliance. Her functions include the integration of the research results in the outreach and education initiatives, as well as the dissemination of knowledge about the importance of the marine mega fauna conservation to the general audience, fishermen and policy makers, among many other responsibilities.