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Support The Latinitas Purple Party Pickleball Tournament And Use Paddles for a Purpose!
Latinitas is having their annual fundraiser, The Purple Party Pickleball Tournament presented by Atlassian on Saturday, June 1 from 3:30-8 p.m. at Eastside Paddle Club in Austin, TX. This event includes a competitive corporate tournament for sponsored teams, pickleball-inspired games for all attendees, open courts, and a Zumba class. Guests can enjoy delicious pizza by Bambino’s and drinks by Bawi Agua Fresca & Hi…
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Exploring Hydraulics and Hijinks with Club Latinitas
Here at Latinitas, we’re interested in letting our students grow starting at the STEM, and this week’s lesson was no different! Latinitas runs weekly clubs in schools in Austin and San Antonio for girls between the ages of 9 to 14, and I was lucky enough to visit the Latinitas at Widen Elementary for their…
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A Day At Startup Chica: Latinitas Entrepreneurial Conference
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, culminating in a Shark Tank-esque ending…
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Latinitas Fosters US-EU Dialogue on Tech Policy with European Delegation Visit
Latinitas recently participated in the German Marshall Fund Transatlantic Tech Exchange where a delegation composed of Members of European Parliament leading on tech policy visited Latinitas. This exchange program aimed to foster dialogue between the US and Europe on the digital policymaking landscape. Latinitas was joined by State Representative Lulu Flores and City Council member…
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Latinitas Podcast Workshops
The Latinitas Podcast Workshop, a collaborative initiative between Latinitas and the University of Houston Downtown, represents a dynamic fusion of academic expertise and the empowering mission of Latinitas. This innovative workshop is designed to nurture the creativity and storytelling skills of highschool and college students, providing them with a unique platform to amplify their voices.…
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SXSW Exclusive Interview: Under Secretary Elizabeth Allen On Music Diplomacy
This past week, Latinitas had the true privilege of being in the presence of Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy, Elizabeth Allen. A true visionary, and inspiring woman working in the US Department of State to make a positive change in the world. Following her inspiring SXSW panel with Latina musician Gina Chavez, Latinitas was able to speak…
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Latinitas Shines At SXSW EDU With Panel On Latina Prosperity
Latinitas is thrilled to announce their participation in a live taping of SXSW EDU’s podcast “Conversando”. The episode, titled “Building An Ecosystem for Latina Prosperity,” featured a dynamic panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing Latinas in the workforce. Read the full story here
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JCPenney Women’s History Month features Latinitas Executive Director Gabriela Kane Guardia
This Women’s History Month, JCPenney is proud to celebrate women who stand with their communities through the work they do. Latinitas’ Executive Director, Gabriela Kane Guardia, exemplifies the power of women making a difference. She began her journey with Latinitas as a volunteer and has risen to lead the organization’s mission of fostering Latina prosperity.…
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Latinitas Empowers Community: Hosting a Fellow from the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ Program
Latinitas is excited for the first time to host a fellow from the Community Engagement Exchange (CEE) Program. The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has launched a bold new civil society initiative, and Latinitas is honored to participate in this transformative experience. We are particularly thrilled to welcome the distinguished CEE Fellow Yourba…
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Latinitas on CBS Austin!
Bob Bullock’s Free First Sunday celebrates Women’s History Month with Latinitas! Joining us now for a sneak peek at what you can see this Sunday, March 3rd, are our good friends Lucchese Hamilton from the Bullock Museum and Beatriz Castillo from the local non-profit, Latinitas. Full story here
