tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57100385657092332412023-11-16T05:23:32.120-08:00Latinitas El PasoLatinitas is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Latina youth through media, art, culture and technology.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-70073142431994776372012-01-10T12:24:00.001-08:002012-01-10T12:24:29.077-08:00NEW WEBSITECheck out our new website at<a href="http://www.laslatinitas.org/"> http://www.LasLatinitas.org.</a>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-2370440202955166022011-07-20T07:33:00.000-07:002011-07-20T07:33:22.441-07:00Tiara Tuesday - July 26<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVctgOC9OY8X1ZA9pbQ-NKfKKHXme-hPV4vFm0sjW8UDlIXAHR-s4cGCDoq4vzF2M7ajhQ4db5PFBTYCusEfNE1ArJiRgupSbsZyd6_0msBR3J4YAbdGPEGDwNl11yfYt0mnk6u-zGEhM/s1600/TiaraTuesday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVctgOC9OY8X1ZA9pbQ-NKfKKHXme-hPV4vFm0sjW8UDlIXAHR-s4cGCDoq4vzF2M7ajhQ4db5PFBTYCusEfNE1ArJiRgupSbsZyd6_0msBR3J4YAbdGPEGDwNl11yfYt0mnk6u-zGEhM/s200/TiaraTuesday.jpg" width="155" /></a></div><span class="description">Join us for the ultimate ladies' night out for a good cause on Tuesday, July 26 at 5:30 p.m. at Mesa Street Bar & Grill (2525 N. Mesa Street). Mesa Street Bar & Grill is hosting a benefit night supporting Latinitas. Bring your gal pals for martinis and manicures. A $10.00 donation at the door covers a Tiara Tuesday specialty drink and a manicure by the talented nail technicians from Tri-State Cosmetology Institute. For more information, contact us at 219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.</span>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-74446927012462658692011-07-05T00:03:00.000-07:002011-07-20T23:52:15.577-07:00Upcoming Events - July 2011<b style="color: purple;">What: Alliance for Latinitas Officer Planning Meeting</b><br />
<div style="color: purple;"><div>When: June 11, 2011</div><div>Time: 6:30-7:30 pm</div><div>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)<b><br />
</b></div></div><div style="color: purple;"></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: July 9, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 1:00-3:00 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades 4th-8th</div><div style="color: purple;"></div><div style="color: purple;"><div style="color: purple;"><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Chicas Advancing in Media Project (Teen Multimedia Workshops)</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: July 9, 2011 & July 16</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 11:00-1:00 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: EPCC Valle Verde Campus (Room 2518)</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades: 8th-12th</div></div></div><div style="color: purple;"><div><b style="color: purple;">What: Latinitas Multimedia Arts Summer Camp</b> <br />
<div style="color: purple;"><div>When: July 11 -15, 2011</div><div>Time: 9:00-5:00 pm</div><div>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)</div><div>Grades: 4th-8th <b><br />
</b></div></div></div><div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: July 23, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 10:30-12:30 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: Westside Public Library (125 Belvidere)</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades 4th-8th</div><div></div></div><div><b style="color: purple;">What: Latinitas Teen Media Academy</b> <br />
<div style="color: purple;"><div>When: July 25-29, 2011</div><div>Time: 9:00-5:00 pm</div><div>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)</div><div>Grades: 8th-12th<span style="color: purple;"></span><br />
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<div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Tiara Tuesday Benefit</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: July 26, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 5:30-7:30 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: Mesa Street Bar & Grill (2525 N. Mesa)</div></div></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-65924087951019853962011-06-02T23:39:00.001-07:002011-06-07T23:55:54.806-07:00Upcoming Events - June 2011<div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Power Conference<br />
</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: June 4, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 10:00-3:30 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: UTEP Union East</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades: 6th-12th</div></div><br />
<b style="color: purple;">What: Alliance for Latinitas Officer Planning Meeting</b><br />
<span style="color: purple;">When: June 6, 2011</span><br />
<div style="color: purple;"><div>Time: 6:30-7:30 pm</div><div>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502<br />
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<b> </b></div></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: June 11, 2011 & July 9, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 1:00-3:00 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades 4th-8th<b></b><br />
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<div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div><div style="color: purple;">When: June 11, 2011 & July 9, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 10:30-12:30 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: Burges Public Library (9600 Dyer)</div>Grades 4th-8th<b><br />
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What: Chicas Advancing in Media Project (Teen Multimedia Workshops)<br />
</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><div style="color: purple;"><div style="color: purple;">When: June 11, June 18 & July 2, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 11:00-1:00 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: EPCC Valle Verde Campus (Room 2518)</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades: 8th-12th<br />
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<b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div></div></div><div style="color: purple;"><div style="color: purple;">When: June 25, 2011 & July 23, 2011</div><div style="color: purple;">Time: 10:30-12:30 pm</div><div style="color: purple;">Where: Westside Public Library (125 Belvidere)</div><div style="color: purple;">Grades 4th-8th<b style="color: purple;"><br />
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What: Latinitas Multimedia Arts Summer Camp</b></div><div><div style="color: purple;"><div>When: July 11 -15, 2011</div><div>Time: 9:00-5:00 pm</div><div>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)</div><div>Grades: 4th-8th <b></b><b style="color: purple;"><br />
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What: Latinitas Teen Media Academy</b></div></div></div><div><div style="color: purple;"><div>When: July 25-29, 2011</div><div>Time: 12:00-5:00 pm</div><div>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)</div><div>Grades: 8th-12th<br />
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To register, contact us at 915.219.8554 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. <br />
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</b></div></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-64968395943751964022011-05-17T10:20:00.000-07:002011-05-17T10:20:11.693-07:00Latinitas in El Paso Times<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; border-collapse: separate; color: black; font: small "Times New Roman"; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Latinitas was featured in the El Paso Times this past Saturday where volunteer models worked on last minute preparations for the Fashionistas Inspiring Girls Fashion Show. The girls had their pictures taken while practicing their runway walk in Latinitas headquarters. Featured in the article, Latinitas Editorial Intern, Sonia Rangel explained how this fashion show is different from the rest and how it's unique, "It's more than fashion, it's more about culture, why we're proud to be women, why we're proud to be Latinas." El Dorado High School senior Elizabeth Gonzalez was also featured in the article as one of the real-life teen models who volunteered to participate in this charity event benefiting the scholarship funds for Latinitas. Latinitas' executive director, Alicia Rascon, was also interviewed for the El Paso Times article. She described how this event is meant to celebrate the true beauty of being a Latina girl, "The event gives girls the chance to embrace their inner and outer beauty, girls of all shapes and sizes, to celebrate the diversity of what it means to be a Latina and reflect what Latina beauty really means." </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; border-collapse: separate; color: black; font: small "Times New Roman"; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">To read more about the article click on the link: <a href="http://www.elpasotimes.com/living/ci_18059397"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">http://www.elpasotimes.com/living/ci_18059397</span></a></span></span>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-61127418565774994972011-05-16T11:48:00.000-07:002011-05-16T11:48:34.279-07:00Teen Media Academy<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">May 28, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">EPCC Valle Verde Campus, Room A2158</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">The Teen Media Academy is a full-day multimedia training for high school girls with intensive instruction led by local media producers. The media academy will take place on May 28th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the El Paso Community College Valle Verde Campus (Room A2158) hosted by Latinitas Magazine. Teens will have an opportunity to get tips from the pros and meet a magazine editor, newspaper reporter, photojournalist, radio DJ and TV news anchor. The media training is designed to encourage girls to build confidence and learn how to express themselves creatively through media. With hands-on media workshops, girls will learn about self-expression through writing, photography, audio production, poetry and film-making. During the workshop, teens will also complete an article, photo essay, audio podcast and a video broadcast. Participants will also learn how they can become writers for LatinitasMagazine.org, a digital magazine by and for local Latina youth. Space is limited, so registration is required. The event costs $5 and covers lunch. To register, contact 915.219.8554 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. For more information, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org. </span>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-52329724523459045692011-05-16T11:45:00.000-07:002011-05-26T23:04:52.019-07:00Latina Power Conference<div style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS',Verdana,Arial,sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">June 4</span></div><div style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS',Verdana,Arial,sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">10:00 am - 4:00 pm<br />
UTEP Union</span></div><div style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS',Verdana,Arial,sans-serif; line-height: 18px;">To promote girl power, Latinitas is organizing the Latina Power Conference for local middle and high school girls. This event is geared toward encouraging girls to build confidence, discover their voice, express themselves and make wise decisions. The event will feature informative and inspirational workshops, guest speakers, panelists, and multimedia presentations led by local female leaders on topics such as body image, confidence, peer pressure, media literacy, leadership, healthy relationships, cultural identity and bullying. Girls will discuss the challenges facing girls today and explore positive ways to deal with stress through hands-on creative expression activities revolving around poetry, acting, photography, art and song. Girls will also enjoy dance performances and music entertainment. The event is open to girls ages 12-18. Admission is $5 and covers lunch. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. A few needs-based scholarships are available. The conference is organized by the Latinitas Teen Leadership Institute members. Latinitas is a nonprofit dedicated to the advancement and empowerment of Latina youth through media, art, culture and technology. To register, call 219.8554 or email <a href="mailto:latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com" style="color: #0000cc;" target="_blank" wotsearchprocessed="true">latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com</a>. Visit <a href="http://www.latinitasmagazine.org/" style="color: #0000cc;" target="_blank" wotsearchprocessed="true">www.LatinitasMagazine.org</a> for more information. </span></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-74249635815282848102011-04-11T00:27:00.000-07:002011-04-11T00:28:11.378-07:00Fashionistas Inspiring Girls Fashion Show May 14<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj56zwSCBreeffd3K6lEF_LPJRFl6HmERYXuVfOtXRDyMjNSNmOgef47LCfNh18r4h9nwVqEdQqxe3qdoEI1i-Thkv7hoLGpLiIgu0hm81adrixAdSn3nVAed-N7TZBQY6Gh1qcvE4Kh8s/s1600/FashionistasInspiringGirls.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj56zwSCBreeffd3K6lEF_LPJRFl6HmERYXuVfOtXRDyMjNSNmOgef47LCfNh18r4h9nwVqEdQqxe3qdoEI1i-Thkv7hoLGpLiIgu0hm81adrixAdSn3nVAed-N7TZBQY6Gh1qcvE4Kh8s/s400/FashionistasInspiringGirls.jpg" width="398" /></a></div><br />
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Fashionistas Inspiring Girls Fashion Show May 14<br />
Benefiting Latinitas<br />
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.<br />
EPCC Administrative Services Center<br />
(9050 Viscount)<br />
<a href="http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/171168">Buy Your Tickets Now</a><br />
Fashionistas are teaming together to host a charity girl empowerment fashion show featuring clothing for girls, teens and women on May 14th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the EPCC Administrative Services Center (9050 Viscount). Guests will enjoy a fashion show, listen to live music, watch a video screening, view an exhibit of youth artwork, enjoy dance performances, hear an inspirational guest speaker, and have the opportunity to shop from local boutiques and shops. This family-friendly fashion show is designed to showcase female talent in El Paso and to benefit local girl empowerment programs aimed at helping girls build confidence to succeed. Tickets are available at <a href="http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/171168">http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/171168</a>. Tickets cost $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Vendor space is also available. Proceeds from this charity event support the scholarship fund for Latinitas, a nonprofit dedicated to the empowerment and advancement of local Latina youth. For more information, call 915.219.8554, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.orgLatinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-31785130567274657422011-04-06T13:11:00.000-07:002011-04-11T00:30:35.836-07:00WEEKLY EVENTS<div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Club Latinitas (for Girls Grades 4-8) </span></span></span></span></span></b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Armijo Public Library</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Tuesday, 3:30-5:30pm </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Housing Authority</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Wednesday, 4:30-6:30pm </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Desert View Middle School</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every other Wednesday, 3:30-5:30pm </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Ysleta Public Library</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Thursday, 4:00-6:00pm</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Memorial Public Library</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Friday, 3:30-5:30pm </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Judge Marquez Public Library</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Friday, 3:30-5:30pm</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Irving Schwartz Public Library</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Friday, 3:30-5:30pm </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><b><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Teen Writers Invited to Meet with Latinitas Editors:</span></span></span></span></span></b><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Latinitas Office every Wednesday, 4:00-5:45pm (1359 Lomaland #502)</span></span></span></div><div style="border: medium none; margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; padding: 0in; widows: 2;"></div><div style="border: medium none; margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; padding: 0in; widows: 2;"><b><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;">For more information: </span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Contact us at </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000cc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com</span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> or </span></span></span></span></span><a href="tel:915.219.8554" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000cc;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">915.219.8554</span></span></span></span></span></a></div></div><i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Horizon Middle School Library</span></span></span></span></span></i><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> every Friday, 3:30-4:30pm </span></span></span></span></span>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-78900004066942394832011-04-06T13:10:00.001-07:002011-04-06T13:10:18.331-07:00INTERN SPOTLIGHT<div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Janette Lujan</span></span></span></span></span></strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> is a senior at UTEP studying Marketing. As the public relations and event planning intern with Latinitas this past winter, she assisted with organizing and promoting the Chica Power Fest and the Winter Wonderland Fashion Show. She also helped develop fundraising projects as well as publicize the numerous programs Latinitas offers. "I never had this when I was growing up and I know I would've enjoyed it a lot," shared Janette about her motivation to join Latinitas. "I would definitely recommend it to others." Janette also does community service and is a part of professional groups such as the American Marketing Association, and Society of Human Resources Management. Her future goal is to pursue an MBA. "Always stay active in doing the things you love to do and most importantly never give up. Follow your dream!" </span></span></span></span></span></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-23775412401908776302011-04-06T13:09:00.001-07:002011-04-06T13:09:27.307-07:00ALLIANCE FOR LATINITAS<div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">This group was created to advance the mission of Latinitas by marketing the organization and increasing name visibility in El Paso. There is much untapped potential within the young female professional community in El Paso and we hope to get involved more women in our efforts to empower local girls. Through this group, we hope to increase networking opportunities and fundraising activities to engage our supporters. We also plan to organize a focused speaker series that highlights how Latinas are navigating workplace challenges and making smart, informed career moves. Our next meeting is May 2nd at the Percolator at 6:00 p.m. For more information, contact us at </span></span></span></span></span><a href="tel:915.219.8554" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000cc;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">915.219.8554</span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> or </span></span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:latinitasmari@yahoo.com" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000cc;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">latinitasmari@yahoo.com</span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">.</span></span></span></span></span></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-39541520354832765372011-04-06T13:08:00.001-07:002011-04-06T13:08:52.219-07:00BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT<div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Ana Luz Hernandez & Gracie Cain</span></span></span></span></span></strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">: </span></span></span></span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> The Latinitas Board of Directors help further Latinitas' mission of empowering Latina youth by assisting with strategic planning, marketing, program development and fundraising. We are proud to welcome two new board members. Ana Luz Hernandez works for the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce facilitating partnerships between the public and private sector and developing the organization's legislative agenda for issues specific to public and higher education. Gracie Cain is the President of Grace Advertising, a full-service marketing and advertising firm. She is a native El Pasoan with experience in business consulting, marketing, event planning, media and sales.</span></span></span></span></span></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-22420332087783008202011-04-06T13:07:00.001-07:002011-04-06T13:07:23.370-07:00CLUB SPOTLIGHT<div style="orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">This Spring, girls enrolled in our after-school programs learned valuable lessons ranging from the importance of the civil rights movement to understanding the magnitude of loving yourself both physically and mentally. The girls learned how to express their feelings through poetry and art activities.The clubs encouraged the girls to reflect on MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech and helped the girls create a poem of their own that highlights their own dreams and aspirations. To celebrate Valentine's day, the girls embraced the idea of accepting and appreciating themselves by creating "I Love Me" wreaths with eight reasons why they love themselves. For National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, our girls discussed unhealthy relationships and the importance of respect as they wrote a poem named "Love is & Love is Not." They also wrote advice columns to each other and created posters about respect. Our members discovered the meaning of a healthy body image and how unrealistic images in the media may influence us. The girls engaged in a magazine critique where they realized that most of the images they see in TV and in magazines are digitally altered. They also created a "Love Your Flaws" photography and poster campaign to embrace what makes them unique and special. Through the rest of the school year, we plan provide even more life-enriching, girl-empowering activities that can make a strong impact in the lives of many young Latinas in our clubs.</span></span></span></span></span></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-12826123466977139522011-04-06T13:06:00.001-07:002011-04-06T13:06:58.079-07:00MEMBER SPOTLIGHT<div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Ytzel McDaniel</span></span></span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> is a high school senior and teen reporter intern for Latinitas Magazine. As an intern, she writes articles for the magazine, creates blogs and produces multimedia projects for our website. She volunteers at the local animal shelter, the El Paso Zoo and community clean-ups. She is also involved with Skills USA, DECA and Key Club. After graduating from high school, she plans to continue her education to receive a masters degree and become a reporter.</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Why did you join Latinitas? </span></span></span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">A good friend of mine interned with Latinitas. She enjoyed it so much and she encouraged me to give it a try. I truly enjoy the friendly atmosphere in the office and how welcoming Marisol and the girls have been.</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br />
</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in; orphans: 2; widows: 2;"><strong><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Why is a program like Latinitas important?</span></span></span></span></span></strong><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: verdana, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-style: normal;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Growing up is hard especially with television and magazines feeding young girls 'what they should be.' An organization that promotes self confidence is incredibly important. I hope to gain experience mainly as well as find out if journalism is the correct major for me when I go to college.</span></span></span></span></span></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-42721317013737073622011-03-10T16:27:00.000-08:002011-03-10T16:27:11.193-08:00Klothes Lime Benefit - March 19<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBIUdbeL4s5Bk9FXPepPjgvTBtEsCHE-6cYTy96j4gAtT1v1FyO0GOfgNjbspZy5CR6HKlBnZZNYEIJg1IBy0-0webWOQwWrAsGG4pRyG6PKNiRG0U5gL3a3WIsBm9ICCQnwlQ_lESv1s/s1600/KlothesLimeSp11graphic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="248" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBIUdbeL4s5Bk9FXPepPjgvTBtEsCHE-6cYTy96j4gAtT1v1FyO0GOfgNjbspZy5CR6HKlBnZZNYEIJg1IBy0-0webWOQwWrAsGG4pRyG6PKNiRG0U5gL3a3WIsBm9ICCQnwlQ_lESv1s/s320/KlothesLimeSp11graphic.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span class="description">Shop for a Good Cause Klothes Lime Buy-Sell-Trade Fashion is hosting a charity benefit for Latinitas Shop for clothing, 50% of proceeds will be donated to support Latinitas' girl empowerment programs. We will also host a yard sale outside of the Klothes Lime parking lot starting at 7:00 am. Have fun shopping, buy stylish clothes and make a difference in a girls' life. For more information, call (915)256-5942 to learn more about Latinitas, call (915)239-5051, email Latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com</span>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-89396345037438190262011-03-02T23:54:00.000-08:002011-03-02T23:54:59.527-08:00Upcoming Events<b style="color: purple;">What: Volunteer Meeting</b><div style="color: purple;"><div><b>When: March 7</b><b>, 2011</b></div><div><b>Time: 5:30-7:30 pm</b></div><div><b>Where: Rulis International Kitchen (2900 North Mesa Street)</b></div></div><div style="color: purple;"><br />
</div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: March </b><b>12, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 1:00-3:00 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Grades 4th-8th</b><br />
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<div><b>What: Photography Class for Teens</b></div><div><b>When: March 12</b><b>, 2011</b></div><div><b>Time: 3:00-4:00 pm</b></div><div><b>Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)</b></div><div><b>Grades: 7-12</b></div><div><b style="color: purple;"> </b></div><div><b style="color: purple;">What: Latinitas Multimedia Arts Spring Break Camp</b> <div style="color: purple;"><div><b>When: March 14 -16, 2011</b></div><div><b>Time: 9:00-5:00 pm</b></div><div><b>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)<br />
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</b></div></div></div><div><b> </b></div><div><b style="color: purple;">What: Latinitas Teen Media Academy</b> <div style="color: purple;"><div><b>When: March 17 &18, 2011</b></div><div><b>Time: 9:00-5:00 pm</b></div><div><b>Where: Latinitas Office (1359 Lomaland #502)</b></div><div><b>Grades: 8th-12th</b></div><div><b> </b></div><div><div><b style="color: purple;">What: Through Her Eyes Photography Exhibit</b> <div style="color: purple;"><div><b>When: Through March 31</b></div><div><b>Where: El Paso City Hall Community Gallery (2 Civic Center Plaza) </b></div><div><b><br />
</b></div><div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Go To College Day</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: April 9</b><b>, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 10:00-3:00 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: UTEP Union</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Grades: 6th-12th</b></div><b></b></div><div><b> </b></div><div><b> </b></div></div></div></div></div><b></b></div><div><b>To register, contact us at 915.219.8554 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. </b></div></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-14197303788699843162011-02-02T22:34:00.000-08:002011-02-03T10:38:08.421-08:00Intern Spotlight: Alyssa Romero<div class="box wikistyle" id="wikipage"><div id="wikipage-inner"><style type="text/css">
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Alyssa Romero is a recent college graduate from UTEP with a degree in psychology. She serves as an educational outreach intern and assists Latinitas in developing girl empowerment activities for our after-school programs. Her desire to make an impact in the lives of local youth motivated her to intern with Latinitas. “It is a way for young girls to learn not only about their culture, but helps them to acquire skills that they can use later on in life.” “I think it is important to have a place that young girls feel they can turn to when they need help. I also find it important because it allows girls to express themselves in multiple ways and teaches them that it is okay to be themselves.” In her spare time, Alyssa serves as a youth leader at her church and teaches a confirmation class. Her long-term goals are to get a masters in counseling and to counsel youth. </div><br />
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Ytzel McDaniel is a high school senior and teen reporter for Latinitas Magazine. She decided to become a teen reporter for the magazine after the encouragement of a friend. “A good friend of mine interned with Latinitas. She enjoyed it so much and she encouraged me to give it a try. I truly enjoy the friendly atmosphere in the office and how welcoming Marisol and the girls have been.” Ytzel feels that an organization like Latinitas is important because it counteracts negative media images. “Growing up is hard especially with television and magazines feeding young girls 'what they should be.' An organization that promotes self confidence is incredibly important. I hope to gain experience mainly as well as find out if journalism is the correct major for me when I go to college.” In addition to her involvement with Latinitas, Ytzel also volunteers at the local animal shelter, the El Paso Zoo and community clean-ups. She is also active on her school campus with groups such as Skills USA, DECA and Key Club. Her future goals include graduating from high school, continuing her education to get a masters degree and becoming a reporter.</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br />
</div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-60365276120113663292011-02-02T22:03:00.000-08:002011-02-03T13:35:59.127-08:00Volunteer Spotlight: Jackie GallinarJackie Gallinar is currently working as a Saturday Camp Leader and hosting monthly creative expression workshops for girls. Jackie is a social work junior at UTEP and started volunteering with Latinitas a year ago. Since then, she has helped serve as a leader in our after-school clubs and summer camps. Jackie's passion for making a difference is evident when she's working with the girls. Jackie has become a positive role model and mentors for Latinitas. Her favorite part of volunteering is "to see the girls grow as people." She supports Latinitas' mission because she is dedicated to helping girls "build their confidence and to give the girls a sense of belonging."Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-32527045206009607042011-01-20T21:17:00.000-08:002011-02-02T21:54:25.428-08:00Upcoming Events<u style="color: purple;"><i><b>UPCOMING EVENTS</b></i></u><br />
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</div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Teen Leadership Institute</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: January 29, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 10:00-4:00 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Main Public Library (501 N. Oregon)</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Grades: 9th-12th</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b></b></div></div><div style="color: purple;"><br />
</div><div style="color: purple;"><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Alliance for Latinitas Meeting-Volunteer Orientation</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: February 7, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 5:30-6:30 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Latinitas El Paso Headquarters (1359 Lomaland)</b></div></div><div style="color: purple;"><br />
</div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Teen Photography Workshop</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: February 12, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 3:00-4:00 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Grades: 9th-12th</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Latinitas Saturday Camp</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: February </b><b>12, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 1:00-3:00 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Grades 4th-8th</b><br />
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<div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Photography Class for Teens</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: February </b><b>19, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 1:00-3:00 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Main Public Library (501 N. Oregon)</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Grades: 8-12</b><br />
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<div style="color: purple;"><b>What: Volunteer Mixer</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>When: February </b><b>24, 2011</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Time: 5:30-7:30 pm</b></div><div style="color: purple;"><b>Where: Mesa Street Grill (2525 North Mesa Street)</b></div></div></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-25717007837248958962011-01-20T21:12:00.000-08:002011-01-20T21:12:12.977-08:00Festival Promotes Chica PowerWhat does chica power mean? Girls from Latinitas multiple after-school clubs gathered to promote chica power during the Chica Power Fest on December 4th from 10am to 4pm at the Main Public Libray. Girls described chica power as "young teenage girl who has self-confidence and who has the ability to make smart decisions." Middle school girls built confidence and developed their voice all while having fun at the fest organized by high school girls in the Latinitas Teen Leadership Instititute. The event highlighted panelists, multimedia trainers, and local female leaders. This event was free and intended to help girls in grades 4-8 to become teens who are knowledgeable in subjects that are currently challenging teens.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-39861382777149937532011-01-20T21:07:00.000-08:002011-01-20T21:07:13.199-08:00Intern Spotlight: Yuritzy Ramos<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"></span> <br />
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Yuritzy Ramos is a TV/Radio Broadcasting student at El Paso Community College. She is currently working as an Event Planning & Promotions Intern for Latinitas. She is currently helping coordinate a photography exhibit featuring the creative works of Latinitas members. Yuritzy is involved with her community. She has gone to hospitals in Juarez to care of the sick and she has also helped the poor in Chihuahua. Yuritzy decided to intern for Latinitas because she wants to gain experience in the workforce while making a difference and sharing her ideas with others. She thinks that Latinitas is important because it "helps girls to succeed, to become more confident of themselves, to share ideas and to learn more about the right thing to do." Yuritzy's future goals are to graduate and then get her master's degree. She eventually wants to move to Miami to work for a television station like Univision.</span>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-38930205122791798562011-01-20T20:45:00.000-08:002011-01-20T20:45:34.969-08:00Teens Invited to Discover the Leadership Potential Latinitas will be starting the <b>Teen Leadership Institute</b> on <b>January 29</b>. The institute will run from January to May, ending with a graduation ceremony. Hispanic girls in high school are invited to join. The cost of the program is $20 and there are a limited number of scholarships available. The institute will help the teens to develop their leadership skills while meeting new friends, connecting with mentors and role models, and completing community service projects. During the monthly workshops, the girls will learn about leadership methods, decision making skills, goal setting, public speaking, civic engagement, and volunteering.<br />
The requirements for this program include organizing 2 community service projects, completing a minimum of 20 volunteer hours, participating in a training retreat (January 29), participating in fundraising projects, and committing to attend monthly meetings.<br />
"The Teen Leadership Institute is a great opportunity for Hispanic girls to actively involve themselves with the community while learning valuable leadership skills," says Marcela Aguirre, Public Relations Intern for Latinitas. Latinitas will accept applications for the Teen Leadership Institute until January 24:<a href="http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT">http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT</a><br />
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For more information about being a part of the Teen Leadership Institute, call 239-5051 or email at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-40893148848491233952011-01-20T20:15:00.000-08:002011-01-20T20:16:55.872-08:00Donor Spotlight: Jennifer Sanchez - Publisher Su Voz Latina Magazine<div class="box wikistyle" id="wikipage"><div id="wikipage-inner">We interviewed Jennifer Sanchez, creator of Su Voz Latina, to see what she has to say about supporting Latinitas. Here's what Jennifer has to say:<br />
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1. What made you decide to become a supporter for Latinitas?<span style="color: navy;">We strongly believe in their mission to help empower and encourage young Latinas</span>. We held a fund raiser for them. <br />
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2. What do you like the most about Latinitas?<br />
<span style="color: navy;">Their mission. I also appreciate their quarterly Latinitas fests. I was honored to be the main speaker at the last one held at the public Library & experienced first hand the great impact they have on the girls. At these meetings, the girls have the opportunity to relate to and empower one another. </span><br />
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3. Why do you think it is important for our community to have an organization like Latinitas?<br />
<span style="color: navy;">M</span><span style="color: navy;">any people focus on the empowerment of adults and fail to recognize the importance of developing strong, independent, confident <i>future leaders</i>.</span></div></div>Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710038565709233241.post-54391027569543995032011-01-20T20:13:00.000-08:002011-01-20T20:13:25.322-08:00Teen Latinitas Fest Helped Girls Become Picture PerfectLatinitas helped girls ages 13 and up bring out their creative side with the Teen Latinitas Fest on Saturday, November 13 at KOI Studio Productions. This workshop provided hands-on training with photography, audio recording, graphic design, film making, and poetry. Photographer Bianca Cervantes from KOI Studio Productions and Latinitas partnered to provide this free training workshop for young teens so that they could gain knowledge in digital technology. It also helped the girls develop their self-esteem and cultural pride while learning and having fun. This is the first year that Latinitas has partnered with KOI Studio Productions to provide this fun and engaging workshop for the community of young girls in El Paso.Latinitashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17877069546771036862noreply@blogger.com0