Adriana Higuera treats every student in her lifesaving classes like someone she knows and cares about. “Whenever I’m in a classroom teaching in Spanish, I see my family,” Adriana said. “I see my aunts and uncles who speak only Spanish. It’s pretty cool to be able to cater to them and say, 'Hey, you can be comfortable.'” Adriana has been a Red Crosser for 13 years in Los Angeles, where she’s taught lifesaving skills in both English and Spanish. Now, as a program manager for Mission CPR, she’s focused on meeting communities where the need is greatest. Her work and commitment to accessible lifesaving information are deeply rooted in her heritage as a first-generation Mexican American. She values providing training in a person's native language, knowing it allows for a more engaging and impactful learning experience. She recently led a Hands-Only CPR presenter training course in Spanish with the support of ARCGoldCountry. Coffee and sweets helped welcome participants, but it was the se...