Zarina
Zarina Marquez, from El Paso, Texas, is the proud daughter of Mexican immigrants. She approaches life and work with the versatility of a well-crafted utility knife: her technological aptitude makes any digital environment her sandbox, and her cultural fluency is shaped by professional experience in Mexico, England, and South Africa.
Currently based at the University of York, Zarina is pursuing a research degree under Professor Paul Gready, exploring how local human rights networks operate within and adapt to global frameworks. Her path to this work has been rooted in over a decade of service and advocacy spanning roles in crisis intervention, fair housing, nonprofit development, medical coordination for critical needs, and rigorous academic research.
Whether coding qualitative data in Excel, building accessible medical referral systems, or translating for Spanish-speaking clients navigating housing rights, Zarina brings precision, empathy, and cross-cultural insight to every project. Her career reflects a deep commitment to both human dignity and systemic impact, blending technical skill with a rare capacity for listening across difference.
Zarina creates mixed‑media art—watercolor, digital, pen, and pencil. She transforms her pieces into thoughtfully designed items she’d be delighted to own herself, sharing her work with others who value the same personal touch.
