Meet Jorge

Jorge L. Barón's formative experiences as an immigrant greatly shaped his path as a civil rights leader. Jorge arrived in the United States from Bogotá, Colombia at the age of 13 and did not speak English, which led to bullying in school.  He also had to assist his mom in raising his two younger brothers while she worked often late hours. Being raised by a single mother who later completed her degree and became a social worker when Jorge was a teenager instilled in him a deep appreciation for hard work and resilience.

Despite initially not speaking English, Jorge's dedication and the support of an exceptional ESL teacher enabled him to overcome language barriers and excel academically. This experience fostered his love for this country and a profound understanding of the power of government. Jorge attended Duke University, propelled by his commitment to education and his desire to make a positive impact.  After graduating from Duke, he worked in the film industry as an assistant director. He decided to leave the industry to pursue a career in law and helping people left behind in society. This led him to Yale Law School where he refined his passion for justice and met his wife, Tyler.