Jetzel Chavira (she/her) is a third-year at the University of Missouri-Kansas City majoring in Art History and minoring in Latinx & Latino studies. As a daughter of Mexican immigrants, Chavira’s interest in Latino/Chicano photography developed during her childhood. Growing up, however, she never really saw herself or her culture represented in art museums. Chavira first discovered the power of curating in 2019 when she was selected to participate in the Photography Scholars program at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Besides learning about the history of photography, she had the opportunity to evaluate and curate her own photographic work. Because of this experience, Chavira wants to curate collections and relatable exhibitions that elevate underrepresented artists and their communities. She also volunteers with KC Tenants, an organization that fights for tenant rights. Chavira’s curatorial mentor is April Watson, Senior Curator, Photography.