If your life is a telenovela, you might cry more than Teresa and you’re not alone. According to “Women Cry More than Men” and the German Society of Ophthalmology, on average women cry between 30 to 64 times a year while men only cry about six to 17 times a year. Not only that, men tend…
After months of promoting and planning, this past weekend Latinitas finally held their latest Start-Up conference, Eco Chica. A one-day-only event where attendees, ages 9 to 14, are given an exclusive look at what it really takes to be an entrepreneur. The kids are separated into groups and then tasked with coming up with a…
By Melody Gonzalez Latinas are often known for their voluptuous and curvy bodies. Just think of Latina celebrities like Eva Mendes, Selena Quintanilla, America Ferrera, Sofia Vergara, Salma Hayek, and more. We come in all different shapes, sizes, and heights, and that is beautiful. Growing up as a Latina teenager, I had insecurities about self-image….
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…
Today marks Juneteenth, which officially became a federal holiday in 2021. Also known as “Emancipation Day,” the day is the longest-serving holiday which celebrates the ending of slavery in the state of Texas proclaimed on June 19th, 1865. The backdrop of Juneteenth coincides with the Emancipation Proclamation by Abraham Lincoln in 1862. The proclamation became…
Common mental health struggles that military veterans endure include PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), depression, substance abuse disorders, and suicidality. This is not a comprehensive list, as there are certainly other mental health struggles that veterans experience. It’s clear that veterans need consistent, reliable access to quality therapy and help, yet there are still some obstacles…
On April 13, Latinitas hosted their annual one-day-only conference, Startup Chica, at the Austin Community College Highland campus. Throughout the day attendees, students between the ages of nine and fourteen, were inspired to create their own startup. Through various workshops, the students broke into teams. They brainstormed the idea, cost, and execution of their businesses,…
Looking for summer activities to get involved with? Camp Latinitas is offering exciting and rewarding Day Camps starting June 26th through July 28th. This is an amazing opportunity for young girls and nonbinary students aged 9-14 to engage and network with others while taking part in educational activities stemming from media, health, fashion, business, and…
I was scrolling through TikTok, as one does when all of a sudden I was struck by the perfection of this one video. I was reading the caption, “But what if no one likes my Latin-inspired gaming decor?” when, as if on cue, the TikTok audio swooped in with the line “Just trust me you’ll…
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