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Austin nonprofit helps Latinas with workforce readiness program
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Latinos make up about a third of the workforce in Central Texas. However, according to a report by the Hispanic Fund, many are “confined to minimal incomes.” A workforce readiness program in Austin hopes to help bridge the economic gap. The nonprofit Latinitas created the self-paced course for people to earn certifications in a skill…
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Padres Digitales: Empowering families through digital literacy
GFiber’s investment in digital equity goes beyond internet access. Through collaborations with organizations like Latinitas, we are helping to create a more inclusive digital ecosystem where all members of the community can thrive. In today’s increasingly connected world, digital literacy has become essential for personal, educational and professional success. Recognizing this, Latinitas, a nonprofit organization that empowers girls…
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NASA’s Artemis II Astronauts Reveal Mission Details at SXSW: What to Expect
This year’s SXSW featured a plethora of riveting panels from famous casts to famous musicians, and for a moment it seemed as if every celebrity in the world was in the Lone Star State. As if the festival couldn’t get any more exciting, NASA decided to hold a keynote session with the astronauts who will be embarking…
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The N.E.A.’s New Gender and Diversity Edicts Worry Arts Groups
The National Endowment for the Arts is telling arts groups not to use federal funds to promote “diversity, equity and inclusion” or “gender ideology” in ways that run afoul of President Trump’s executive orders — causing confusion and concern. It is unclear what the new rules will mean for groups seeking grants, or for those…
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Small Arts Nonprofits Face Uncertainty as NEA Cuts “Challenge America” Grant
In February, amid a slew of Trump mandates targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, the NEA cancelled its Challenge America program for at least the 2026 fiscal year. The program, founded in 2001 to designate funds for organizations reaching “underserved communities,” awarded $10,000 grants to small nonprofits and was long seen as an entry point for smaller organizations…
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Latinitas Announces New Mission–What It Means For The Organization
On the cusp of a new year, Latinitas has debuted a new mission that beautifully reflects the organization’s growth and direction. The new mission statement is “To empower girls and their communities through culturally relevant education” and touches on the key aspects that set Latinitas apart; their culture, and curriculum which go beyond helping their younger students…
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Announcement: Latinitas’ New Mission
We are excited to share an important update about the future of Latinitas. As we continue inspiring confidence and empowering community, our mission has evolved to better reflect the transformative work we do alongside the girls and families we serve. After thoughtful reflection and engagement with our community, we’re proud to share our new mission:…
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Latinitas Hosts ‘Navidad Tropical’ Inspired Open House For Giving Tuesday.
This Giving Tuesday Latintias invited supporters and sponsors to their home office for some cozy festivities at their annual open house event. The theme was Navidad Tropical, and true to it the organization had fun holiday music, beautiful decorations, and a tiki hut courtesy of Texas Tiki Time. As guests mingled and discussed their love for…
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An Empowering Day at Startup Chica San Antonio: Conference Recap
Last Saturday, Latinitas packed up their gear and headed over to the Jewel C. Weitzel Center in San Antonio for an exciting Startup Chica Conference in the city. Startup Chica is Latinitas one-day-only conference that inspires attendees, students between the ages of nine and fourteen, to take a crack at inventing their own business. Throughout the day the students…
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Latinitas Bus Unveiling: Celebrating Culture Through CapMetro Cares Initiative
Yes, you read that right! This week, CapMetro unveiled a new bus honoring Latinitas by promoting the organization’s story and mission. This was only possible due to CapMetro’s incredible CapMetro Cares Program, which supports “local non-profits by providing the advertising space on our vehicles to raise awareness about causes aligning with our values as an agency.” You…
