While there are many streaming services out there creating and funding documentaries, no one has quite the reach that Netflix has. For years now Netflix has been shining a light on the important issues with their documentaries. Academy award-winning films that make us aware of a slew of issues that exist right under our noses….
On Thursday, October 3, otherwise known as Mean Girls Day, PR Agency The Bonita Project held their second-annual Bonita Amplifies Mixer celebrating Latina Talent, Content Creators, and students but this time with a Mean Girls twist! Despite the agency’s New York City roots, the event took place in Austin, at the popular Taquero Mucho, a…
By Anna Martinez At least 178 wildfires have burned more than 108,000 acres across Texas this week, according to the Earth observatory. Throughout March, Texas has also been experiencing severe wildfires that have only increased due to the dry grass and arid weather. Cities ranging from Corpus Christi to Carbon have been affected. One person…
This past Saturday, June 17th, Latinitas celebrated 21 years with their annual Purple Party fundraiser at the Mueller Branch Park Pavillion, this time with a Casino Night twist. Doors opened at 6 PM, and right off the bat guests were greeted with large purple die and Latinitas-themed Casino and Card posters to really drive the…
By Lacey G. Segars AUSTIN, Texas — As a nonprofit organization, the success of Latinitas is determined greatly by our volunteers. This week we would like to highlight Stephanie Bazan as an outstanding volunteer! Stephanie is the director of communications for signature events and programs at the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GAHCC). She…
With a dream of working for NASA someday, a 12-year prodigy from Mexico City has taken the world of STEM by storm with her genuine IQ higher than Einstein and Steven Hawking. Adhara Perez Sanchez is a young Mexican girl who already has achieved 2 degrees in both systems and industrial engineering and is currently…
By Jackie Ibarra The following is a transcription of Latinitas Magazine’s latest audio story “Raspas, Raspas.” Volunteer writer Jackie Ibarra gives a rundown of the history of raspas, a timeless Latin treat. You can listen to the audio story on SoundCloud! Jackie: Raspas, raspas, come get your raspas! Ah, there’s nothing better than hearing the…
Certified Icon, RuPaul Andre Charles, has been discovering people’s Charisma Uniqueness Nerve, and Talent since the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race aired way back in 2009. Since then, the show has garnered immense praise and popularity, becoming an absolute staple in manys lives. Mine included. I had never watched an episode until this past…
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…
