Joana Sotomayor is a graduate from York University. After graduating with an M.A. in applied linguistics, she completed graduate studies in translation. In applied linguistics and translation studies, she explored project management as an interdisciplinary link to effective language training and translation practices. Being involved in language training with diverse communities in multifarious organizations for a number of years, she is penchant for research in matters related to immigration and its policies. She is a believer in the integration of responsible citizenship in politics and the success of governments.