People

Haley Anderson serves as the Executive Director of Princeton in Latin America (PiLA), leading the organization’s efforts to connect talented young professionals with high-impact nonprofit organizations across Latin America and the Caribbean. With a strong commitment to international service, education, and cross-cultural exchange, she oversees PiLA’s strategic growth, program development, and partnerships to ensure meaningful fellowship opportunities for emerging leaders.

Haley brings extensive experience in nonprofit management, program coordination, and global engagement. Prior to joining PiLA, she worked in various capacities supporting international education and nonprofit initiatives, focusing on expanding access to experiential learning opportunities. She is deeply passionate about fostering global connections and equipping young professionals with the skills and experiences needed to drive social change.

Haley holds a B.A. in English Literature from Montana State University, an M.P.A. from the University of Montana, an M.A. in Political Science from Northern Arizona University, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Political Science from Northern Arizona University, with a research focus on nonprofit administration and advocacy activities.
At PiLA, Haley is committed to strengthening PiLA’s impact and ensuring the organization continues to serve as a bridge between aspiring changemakers and transformative opportunities in Latin America.

Outside of work, she enjoys running, yoga, crafting, playing with her dogs, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Zuly Ortiz Winkler serves as the Partner Consultant for Princeton in Latin America (PiLA), where she oversees new partner acquisition. With a strong background in higher education and international program management, Zuly is passionate about connecting recent graduates to meaningful opportunities in Latin American communities. 

She holds an M.B.A. from Rutgers University and B.A. from Universidad de los Andes in Colombia. Prior to joining PiLA, she worked in education and executive programs at Harvard Business School Executive Education and at Universidad de los Andes’s Confucius Institute in Colombia. Her experience in international education, student advising, and program coordination allows her to support fellows as they navigate their professional journeys. 

At PiLA, Zuly is dedicated to strengthening partnerships, guiding fellows in their placements, and expanding opportunities for young professionals committed to service in Latin America. 

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends in Princeton and traveling abroad.

Coltrane Joseph serves as a Fellowship Program Leader with Princeton in Latin America (PiLA), where he supports fellow development, strengthens program systems, and works to enhance the organization’s impact across the region. He is passionate about cross-cultural exchange, youth empowerment, and building sustainable, community-based partnerships. Coltrane previously served as a Youth Development Fellow with the PiLA '24–'25 cohort in the Dominican Republic, where he worked with The DREAM Project to support community programming and strengthen educational initiatives for youth. His experience on the ground continues to shape his commitment to fostering meaningful, grassroots development.

Coltrane holds a B.A. from Bowdoin College in Hispanic Studies and Government & Legal Studies, with a concentration in International Relations and a minor in Urban Studies. After completing his degree, he was selected for two seasonal fellowships with the Hertog Foundation’s humanities program. Since 2019, he has also helped lead Team Tobatí, a service-learning initiative in Paraguay that has played a formative role in his dedication to service and community engagement.

At PiLA, Coltrane looks forward to leveraging his experience as a former fellow to support the current cohort as they navigate their roles, grow professionally and personally, and contribute to impactful work across Latin America.

Outside of work, Coltrane enjoys playing sports, reading, writing, listening to jazz, and exploring new places with friends.

Vanessa Pacheco serves as a Program Associate with Princeton in Latin America (PiLA), where she supports application review, program coordination, and program administration. She is deeply committed to advancing social impact initiatives and equipping young professionals with the tools to drive meaningful change across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Vanessa holds a B.S. in Public Health with minors in Chemistry and Spanish from The College of New Jersey and an M.P.H. from the University of Pennsylvania, focusing on Global Health. Her research and fieldwork have taken her to the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, where she worked directly with youth impacted by climate change, developing eco-anxiety intervention methods and health education initiatives. Her final deliverable project, Informing Youth Public Health Education in the Galápagos, provided key recommendations for partner organizations to implement community-based public health programs.

At PiLA, Vanessa looks forward to strengthening program coordination, supporting fellows throughout their journeys, and strengthening organizational systems to enhance PiLA's impact in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and is working hard to prepare for the MCAT.