Based out of Los Angeles, California, Chicano Hollywood is a platform that promotes and advocates for Chicanos and Latinos in all walks of the entertainment industry. Founded by Johnny Murillo, Chicano Hollywood has been groundbreaking and has gained a large following on social media since its inception and has gained a large interest from Latino…
This summer, JCPenney partnered with Latin Grammy–winning artist Joaquina to launch a limited-edition back-to-school collection called “Be Electric.” The line blends the singer-songwriter’s bilingual heritage, 90s influences, and personal story into a bold collection designed to celebrate individuality and cultural pride. Inspiration Behind the Collection The “Be Electric” line draws from Joaquina’s own teenage years, mixing elements…
My mom says my brother and I came to a mutual agreement to call her that. We must have been young because I don’t remember the moment we knew she wasn’t a Grandma, but a Momo. I mean, I don’t know what we would have called her otherwise. Our Momo could be nothing other than…
By Natalie Salguero AUSTIN, Tx. — While adjusting to new ways during the pandemic, life has become repetitive and an endless cycle of boredom. Adults and teenagers alike, struggle to find a meaningful balance between family and work. Every day seems the same as the other, leading to a lack of motivation and constant fatigue….
This article was written as part of Latinitas Magazine Workshop, find out more information here. Do you ever wonder who was the first Latina woman to go to space–and if you have not, do you know it was Ellen Ochoa who was the first Latina woman to go to space? Ellen was a little girl…
This past weekend Latinitas partnered up with AVANCE and Con Mi Madre to throw a Salsa event benefiting all three local organizations. The event, which took place this past Saturday, was hosted by Telemundo’s very own News Anchor Lorena Placencia. Doors opened at 6 PM, and so did the outdoor dance floor. On the main…
Austin, Texas is known as the Live Music Capitol of the world. While the growing number of transplants and the gentrification that comes with it has shut down multiple staples of the local Austin music scene, there are still a variety of festivals keeping Austin alive as a major music hub. Besides being a music…
Cada año, el 22 de abril marca una celebración global muy significativa: el Día de la Tierra. Esta fecha nos brinda la oportunidad de reflexionar sobre la importancia del cuidado del medio ambiente y de renovar nuestro compromiso con la conservación de nuestro planeta.El cuidado del medio ambiente es esencial para garantizar un futuro sostenible…
Originally published on BoldLatina. Over the past few years, agricultural farm workers have been in the spotlight more than ever. The invisibility of a marginalized workforce who grow and farm our food as essential workers hits many intersections. We saw the impact on farm workers’ health and socio economics from volatile climate change bringing on drought seasons,…
