HEAL Food Alliance

2025 School of Political Leadership 

Food Justice NW Aurora

Jorge Michovich

(he/him/él)

Community Organizer,
Food Justice NW Aurora

Being part of SoPL will not only strengthen my ability to lead locally but also align my efforts with the broader BIPOC food and farm justice movement. Together, we can challenge exploitative systems, promote policies that prioritize local food sovereignty, and ensure that our communities remain vibrant, self-sufficient, and rooted in their cultural heritage.

Meet Jorge

Jorge grew up in Washington, D.C., with family roots in Bolivia, Spain, and Serbia. He is a proud father of three boys, all born and raised in Colorado. Before joining FJNWA, Jorge spent 15 years as a high school Spanish teacher in Denver Public Schools, working with traditionally underserved communities in West Denver, Montbello, and Green Valley Ranch. He brings over 20 years of experience as a Spanish teacher, business owner, and consultant in the Denver metro area, collaborating on educational and professional projects with local business owners and students. A lifelong learner, Jorge holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Lee University in Tennessee. In his free time, he enjoys practicing yoga and spending time outdoors with his sons, hiking and camping. However, he finds the most joy in creating art and writing poetry.