Austin, TX — Every September, the heart of downtown Austin transforms into a hub for civic engagement as journalists, thought leaders, and changemakers gather for the Texas Tribune Festival — a three-day celebration of public dialogue and democracy. This year, Latinitas Magazine joined the conversation, spotlighting the power of young Latina voices shaping Texas’ future. Hosted by The Texas Tribune, the…
Attending the Community Exchange Engagement workshop hosted by IREX in Washington DC was an empowering experience. From the moment I stepped into the vibrant space, I could feel the energy of collaboration and learning permeating the atmosphere. The workshop brought together a diverse group of individuals passionate about community engagement from various backgrounds and regions….
As a fan of all things scary, I’m always in the mood for a good horror flick. However, finding one can prove itself to be quite a challenge. There are certain parameters that must be met in order for a horror film to qualify as a genuinely “good” film for me. Surface things like acting…
1. Swarm Yes, we are starting with a TV show, but it really was my most-anticipated premiere, and god did it pay off. Swarm is an Amazon Prime original created by Donald Glover (yes that Donald Glover) and showrunner Janine Nabers, directed by, once again, Donald Glover and Adamma Ebo, and starring Dominique Fishback and…
By Dana Garibaldi MCALLEN, TX. — As a theater student and enthusiast, I know my fair share of Broadway musicals, which I hold near and dear to my heart. One of my personal favorites is “In The Heights” — a four-time Tony Award-winning musical that tells the story of a vibrant and predominantly Latino community…
Only four years have passed since Guatemalan-born Creative Director Mike Alfaro ingeniously updated lotería, the so-called “Mexican Bingo” game played in Latin America for centuries. It was late 2018 when Alfaro first released the complete set of Millennial Lotería. But these four years have felt like nothing short of a lifetime. Wearied by a worldwide pandemic,…
By Carlota Vásquez I met her in wintertime. At least, it was wintertime back home —my friend Joshua’s Instagram was overflowing with pretty pictures of him and his boyfriend in the snow; smiling, hugging, kissing. Meanwhile, I was standing in front of my grandparents’ house in Reterán, a small town on the outskirts of Cartagena….
Halloween is here, and it’s the perfect time to pay homage to iconic and legendary Latinas as the fall weather comes in and we near the end of the year. A lot of us grew up witnessing trailblazing Latinas in the music, arts, and entertainment industries. This Halloween is the perfect time to educate others…
The Latinitas mission is to empower all girls to innovate through media and technology, so we want to celebrate women who paved the way for future generations in their respective fields and highlight 5 Latina trailblazers. Here is a list of Latina pioneers and their groundbreaking achievements. 1. Aída de Acosta Aída de Acosta is…
