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  • Journalism Boot Camp – Media Chica 2020 Is Here!

    Ready to create your own story? Make your voice be heard and sign up for Latinitas’ new teen reporter program–Media Chicas! This FREE  three-day boot camp will give girls in 8th-12th grade the amazing opportunity to learn from professionals in the field of Journalism and take on first-hand reporting on local news! Get your work…

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  • SAVE THE DATE: Startup Chica on Sept 28!

    REGISTER Open to all girls, ages 9-18. Girls will spend the day learning the business skills needed to launch their own startup up or product that identifies and solves community issues. As a team, working alongside community mentors, they will come up with a creative solution to a problem, pitch the product to a group…

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  • Sign Up Today: FREE Indeed Workshop on Sept 25 + 26!

    Alumni – this workshop is for you! Latinitas is partnering with Indeed to host a free two-day Professional Development Workshop! High school and college students that participated in one or more Latinitas programs will have the opportunity to learn the tips and tricks to land their ideal job and meet with Indeed professionals! Do you…

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  • Volunteer Appreciation Social

    We’ve had the best spring ever with the massive volunteer and participant turnout at our conference, kicking off our first coding school, exceeding our goal at our annual fundraiser, and having a spectacular club semester. This success wouldn’t have been possible without the help of awesome volunteers like you! This social is to celebrate the…

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  • A Summer Camp Experience to Remember!

    Our 4-week summer camp program for girls 9-14 teaches media and technology through the lens of cinematography, design thinking, activism, and health & wellness! Girls attend field trips and interact with professionals in the field who will share their insight and expertise to help spark interest in media and tech exploration skills. 2019 Summer Camp…

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  • California, here we come!

    We’re so excited to launch our 2nd virtual reality conference in San Francisco, CA on May 18th! This conference will give girls the opportunity to explore storytelling through virtual reality and connect with mentors from local technology firms. For details visit www.vrchica.com.

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  • Future Chica Conference

    Send your chica into the future during Latinitas’ Future Chica Conference on May 4th. The conference will explore the latest in tech application with interactive equipment including 360° video production, virtual reality, 3-D printing, game development, drone technology, and more!  Click here to register. Are you a company or organization interested in supporting this event?…

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  • Don’t Miss Party For Chica Power!

    These are exciting and transitional times! More women hold leadership positions in state legislatures across the country than at any other time in history. With the women’s march, the growth of the #metoo movement and the election of one of the largest congressional classes of women – the future is certainly looking female and with…

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  • Party for Chica Power Volunteers

    We are seeking volunteers for our 2nd Annual Party for Chica Power, our kermés-themed fundraising celebration on Saturday, April 27 at the Center for Social Innovation! We will feature traditional Mexican carnival games and entertainment while honoring Latinitas supporters who pledge to continue to empower girls to innovate through media and technology. Help us have…

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  • Chica Power Video Contest

    What’s your Chica Power? Tell Latinitas what your “Chica Power” is in a short video and be entered to earn a $500 Scholarship and a spotlight at the Party For Chica Power this summer! Description If you have participated in Latinitas and want to share your goals, interests, or engagement in your community, submit a short video…

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