Frank Ruiz

Audubon CA, Salton Sea Program Director

Frank Ruiz joined Audubon CA in 2017 as a Director for the Salton Sea Program. He advocates for a sustainable Salton Sea that provides diverse suites of habitats for thousands of birds and controls dust to protect the health of the surrounding communities. In this role, Frank's primary goal is to develop conservation, education, and community outreach programs.

Frank has vast experience working with various communities as a clergy, police chaplain, and mental health professional. He co-founded “Por La Creacion: a faith based alliance” that seeks to educate the Latino community in areas of conservation, education, and policy. He received his Sports Medicine Degree from UNAM Mexico and a Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Society along with a Masters in Religion and Psychology from La Sierra University.