Hi, I am Oscar

Oscar Romero Jorge

Senior Software Engineer at Merit America

I am a passionate software engineer, dedicated to leveraging technology for positive change. I wear many hats, but the main ones I have are as a first-generation immigrant, first-generation college graduate, and now a proud permanent resident. My journey has been shaped by my experiences as a DACAmented Mexican American, living as an undocumented immigrant for 25 years, 10 of which I spent as a DACA recipient.

In recent years, I have become increasingly vocal on immigrant rights. Having immigrated to the US at the age of 3 years old, I have personally faced numerous challenges and do not wish them unto others. Much like in software, where constant iteration and improvement drive progress, I believe that our society has the power to continuously evolve and strive for equity, justice, and inclusion.

I am an unwavering activist for immigrant rights, and I encourage others to join me in making a difference. By advocating for change, embracing diversity, and harnessing the power of technology, we can each contribute our individual grain of sand on our world’s mountain of change. Together, we can build a future where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and create a lasting impact that transforms our society for the better.

Team Work
Hard Worker
Fast Learner
Public Speaking
Communication
Problem Solving

Projects

My Undocu Life
My Undocu Life
Owner November 2019 - Present

Blog about life as an undocumented individual in the United States.

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El Soñador Documentary
Subject Premiere Pending

El Soñador is a Dodge College Senior Thesis documentary. The film follows Oscar and his family as they overcome great obstacles as undocumented immigrants.

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Vote | My Undocu Life
Vote | My Undocu Life
Owner August 2020 - Present

Resources for voter registration in the United States.

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VotemosNC
VotemosNC
Developer May 2020 - Present

A bilingual space for the Latinx community to get information about elections and voting

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Comunidad Colectiva
Comunidad Colectiva
Developer July 2020 - Present

Website intended to showcase Comunidad Colectiva’s grassroots platform and efforts in the community

AdelanteNC
AdelanteNC
Developer October 2020 - Present

Adelante focuses on education issues affecting Latino and migrant students and their families in North Carolina. The coalition is a collaboration among nonprofit organizations that focus on advocacy and public policy, community organizing, and grassroots support

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NC Sampson County Dems
NC Sampson County Dems
Developer August 2020 - Present

Website intended to build the public brand for the NC Sampson County Democratic Party

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Authenticity of a Great Man
Writer August 2016 - May 2017

Writing portfolio for my undergraduate Honors thesis exploring how I, as an individual, developed in various leadership experiences and utilizing theories of leadership I dissected what the significance of each experience meant.

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Achievements

GitHub Octogatos Conference Presenter

Podcast Feature on the Deferred Action Podcast

Podcast Feature on the NC Policy Watch Podcast