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Abstract Or Scope: This oral history interview was conducted with Rebecca Reyes on January 25, 2024 by Fiorella Orozco as part of the Bass Connections Agents of Change Oral History Project.

Duration: 01:35:20 (stereo)

Duration: 01:35:12 (mono)

During the interview, Reyes discusses her previous positions and connection to Duke Health; her early childhood and religious influences; her academic background and career synopsis; the historic ordination of the first Latina in the Presbyterian Church; moving to North Carolina to be a campus minister; her work in global education; mentorship at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University; early engagement with Hispanic community in Durham, North Carolina; partnership with local organizations in Durham; initiatives with Duke Health; Latino Access to Community Health (LATCH) and ALMAS programs; interpreter usage in hospital; description of a typical day of a social worker; overcoming challenges and stereotypes at Duke Health; current roles and advocacy while retired; personal insights on activism and self-reflection; aspirations for the future; family life; and final reflections. The themes of this interview include heath disparities, community outreach, social work, and Latino health.

Digital files include interview metadata and transcript (DOCX), interview with stereo (WAV), interview with mono (MP3), consent form (PDF), an image (PNG), and TXT files.

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Abstract Or Scope: Rebecca Reyes, a social worker, had her journey shaped by her vibrant Hispanic heritage and a deep-rooted commitment to making a positive impact in her community. Reyes witnessed, firsthand, the challenges faced by marginalized groups, fueling her passion for social change from an early age. Raised in a Presbyterian household, she learned the values of compassion, service, and the importance of education, instilled in her by her family. In 1979, Reyes made history as the first Hispanic woman ordained in the Presbyterian Church, a monumental achievement that marked the beginning of her lifelong dedication to social justice. Reyes' career spanned working with the Presbyterian Church to serving as a campus minister at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and, in 2000, she played a pivotal role in establishing Latino Health Services at Duke University, recognizing the urgent need for culturally competent healthcare for immigrant communities. This collection contains 1 oral history interview conducted on January 25, 2024 by Fiorella Orozco as part of the Bass Connections Agents of Change Oral History Project. In the interview, Reyes explores her early life and career, and her role as an activist and social worker at Duke Health. The themes of this interview include heath disparities, community outreach, social work, and Latino health.

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