Author Desiree Zamorano Releases New Novel “Dispossessed” Set Against the Backdrop of 1930’s LA

Photo Credit: Rachael Warecki Recently released this week on Tuesday, September 10th, is the brand-new novel titled Dispossessed by Mexican American Author Desiree Zamorano. The novel dives into the history of Mexican Americans in Los Angeles who faced such hardships as deportations, sterilization of Latinas, student protests, and the demolition of Chavez Ravine. History that…

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SXSW Exclusive Interview: Under Secretary Elizabeth Allen On Music Diplomacy

This past week, Latinitas had the true privilege of being in the presence of Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy, Elizabeth Allen. A true visionary, and inspiring woman working in the US Department of State to make a positive change in the world. Following her inspiring SXSW panel with Latina musician Gina Chavez, Latinitas was able…

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Celebremos lo verde ambiental de la Navidad con regalos ecológicos y económicos

En la época de Navidad es famoso el dar. Pero también aprovechemos el tono verde que caracteriza a estas fiestas para animarnos a regalar obsequios amigables para nuestros seres queridos, cuentas de banco y nuestra madre naturaleza.  Se estima que los americanos gastan 15 billones de dólares en regalos no deseados y que un 4%…

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Latinitas is Heading To Houston: Partners With University of Houston Downtown

(L – R) Center for Latino Studies Assistant Director Dr. Anthony Ramirez, Latinitas Communications Director Salwa Yordi, Digital Content Coordinator Frankie Alaniz, Magazine and Media Editor Camila Dejesus, Center’s interim Director Dr. Albert Dejesus.  This Tuesday Latinitas staff took a trip down to Houston to solidify their newfound partnership with The University of Houston Downtown….

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The Seattle Boss Market Holds Vision Board + Networking Event

This past Sunday on January 21st, 2024, The Seattle Boss Market held its 3rd annual “Vision Board + Networking” event in Kent, Washington. Founder Alondra Vasquez started The Seattle Boss Market in 2021 after opening her online clothing boutique PrettyAShop the previous year. Since starting “The Seattle Boss Market,” Vasquez has held vendor pop-up events…

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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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