I Like To Gossip

I have, for as long as I can remember, liked gossip. The way words can be whispered—promised, hidden, unpredictable—trickling in from you to me, or me to you.  Words about boys, mostly. Girls, too, of course. Strangers, sometimes. Teachers, always. Friends, rarely. Family. Family friends. Family enemies. (Exes.) This is something that’s widely frowned upon,…

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Family, Love, and Celebrating Latinx Heritage in Annette Chavez Macias’ Novel, “Big Chicas Don’t Cry”

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and one of the best ways to celebrate and honor Hispanic and Latino/x heritage is by reading Annette Chavez Macias’ novel, “Big Chicas Don’t Cry.” Published on September first, Macias’ brand new book is a beautiful piece of literary work centered around family, friendship, love and cherishing one’s Latinx roots.  Readers…

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Latinitas Shines At SXSW EDU With Panel On Latina Prosperity

Yesterday, March 6th, Latinitas was invited to record a live taping of our podcast Conversando for SXSW EDU! The episode “Building An Ecosystem for Latina Prosperity” featured three panelists, Stephanie Garcia from the Intercultural Development Research Association, Johanna Moya Fábregas from Con Mi MADRE, and our incredible Executive Director Gabriela Kane Guardia from Latinitas. Supporting…

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Poesía: Curls

By Manoela Torres She loved the beautiful jungle of loops she carried in her head She loved how they wrapped around her fingers; How they couldn’t and wouldn’t be tamed She loved how stubborn they were: whenever someone tried to undo them, they would jump right up and become as lively as ever   She…

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Virtual Cafecito Chat with Neutrogena, Sports Journalist MJ Acosta, & Dr. Laura Scott

Latinitas had the opportunity to attend a virtual chat hosted by Neutrogena, ESPN anchor/sports journalist MJ Acosta, and Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Laura Scott. With other fellow Latinas in media in attendance, the virtual event consisted of talks regarding sports and the crossover into skincare plus the benefits of Neutrogena products for us Latinas. Recommended by…

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