Anjulie Ponce
Executive Director
Anjulie began with Journey Forward Mentoring in 2016 as a mentor to a student at Adamson High School. She saw the ripple effect that mentoring could have on the surrounding community and the need for collaboration in order to make that difference. Profoundly impacted by her mentoring experience, Anjulie signed on as Executive Director of the Organization in 2018.
Anjulie graduated summa cum laude from Southern Methodist University in 2008 with her Bachelor of Science in Economics and Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Spanish. In 2011, she graduated cum laude from Baylor Law School. Prior to becoming Executive Director, Anjulie practiced as a trial attorney in Dallas, advocating for those without a voice or the means of pursuing justice.
Andrea Galvan
Next Gen Program Manager
Andrea Galvan joined Journey Forward Mentoring in 2024, eager to draw from her personal and professional experiences to support students on their educational journeys. Born and raised in Dallas, Andrea has always been deeply connected to her community, with a passion for helping students and families thrive. Her background in leadership, childcare, and mentorship drives her commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of students.
Andrea graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Human Development and a minor in Education. Her academic journey, combined with hands-on experience in program development and family engagement, has shaped her understanding of the complex needs of students and the critical role of education. During her time at Cornell, Andrea contributed to research on parenting education programs and helped design initiatives aimed at increasing parental involvement in education.
Eunice Cervantes
Edge Postsecondary Advisor
Eunice joined the Journey Forward Mentoring team in 2023. As a first-generation college graduate, she draws from her own challenges and victories to connect with the Edge mentees that she advises.
Eunice graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a focus on Latin America. She then became an AmeriCorps Member at the Cesar Chavez Foundation in Bakerfield, California, where she discovered her passion for working with under-served students. Eventually, she moved back to Texas to complete her Master’s degree in Educational Psychology from the University of North Texas. While working for educational non-profit organizations, as well as serving on the DISD Social Emotional Learning Advisory Committee, she realized how important social emotional development is to create a happy and healthy life, which drives her to help students as much as she can.
