Teen Media Academy

 May 28, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
EPCC Valle Verde Campus, Room A2158
For Girls in Grades 9-12


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. 

Latina Power Conference

June 4

10:00 am - 4:00 pm
UTEP Union

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 latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. Visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org for more information.  

Fashionistas Inspiring Girls Fashion Show May 14

Fashionistas Inspiring Girls Fashion Show  May 14
Benefiting Latinitas
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
EPCC Administrative Services Center
(9050 Viscount)
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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 http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/171168.  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.org

WEEKLY EVENTS

Club Latinitas (for Girls Grades 4-8) 

Armijo Public Library every Tuesday, 3:30-5:30pm 

Housing Authority every Wednesday, 4:30-6:30pm 

Desert View Middle School every other Wednesday, 3:30-5:30pm 

Ysleta Public Library every Thursday, 4:00-6:00pm

Memorial Public Library every Friday, 3:30-5:30pm 

Judge Marquez Public Library every Friday, 3:30-5:30pm

Irving Schwartz Public Library every Friday, 3:30-5:30pm 

Teen Writers Invited to Meet with Latinitas Editors:Latinitas Office every Wednesday, 4:00-5:45pm (1359 Lomaland #502)

For more information:  

Contact us at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or 915.219.8554

Horizon Middle School Library every Friday, 3:30-4:30pm

INTERN SPOTLIGHT

Janette Lujan 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!" 

ALLIANCE FOR LATINITAS

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 915.219.8554 or latinitasmari@yahoo.com.

BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Ana Luz Hernandez & Gracie Cain:  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.