Sunday, December 6, 2009

Club Leader Spotlight: Cristina Chavez

A vital part of Club Latinitas, club leaders provide the guidance and set the examples necessary for young Latinas to find success and remain engaged in their educations.

Club leaders are not only responsible for the execution of the club's activities, they are also responsible for assuring that members as well as mentors gain from the experience and have fun while in a learning environment.

Cristina Chavez is a club leader for the Judge Marquez and Memorial Park Public Library Branches.

Cristina credits her involvement with Latinitas with teaching her the importance of service to the community and how much of a difference the simple act of involvement imposes.

"The best part is working with the girls and realizing how positive of an influence you can make on them," Cristina said.

Like many of her club-leading peers, Cristina started as a club mentor in the spring and has now taken on the full responsibility of not one but two of the Club Latinitas programs.

But despite Cristina spearheading two clubs and studying full-time, this Latinita said she enjoys working with the groups and helping empower young minds.

"It's a great organization, and it's unique because it is teaching young girls to be empowered through the media. It's a great cause, and it's a lot of fun!" Cristina said.

Latinitas Club Leaders provide a support system for both Latinitas volunteers and club members. Setting an example and mentoring young girls, these leaders balance jobs, school, and club meetings, making them true inspirations.

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