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Latinx Heritage Month runs through Sept 15 - Oct 15

Banner created by Elizabeth and Rosey Morearty - sisters, San Carlos Residents. Look for it across Laurel Street Sept 18 - Sept 24, 2023.

“Our design features the Mexican folk art paper decorations known as papel picado hanging in the sky to celebrate people of all Latinx origins. We chose the colors of the paper based on the most popular flag colors of Latin countries. We also incorporated a font by Latinx designer Rodrigo Saiani.”

A Portrait of the San Carlos Community

Viva Latinx

 

Viva Latinx is celebration. Viva is life. It is “long live”. It is an expression of solidarity and support.

For Latinx Heritage Month, we asked some community members to share their stories and answer the question “How has your culture shaped you or impacted your daily life?”

Click on the image below or follow this link to read answers.

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Browse this rich collection of picture books for children 3-9 years old. You'll meet writers, artists, musicians, and others who made a difference through their creativity and work. You'll also discover stories about families and everyday life in Hispanic communities, as well as books about joyful festivals and holidays. We've also included some favorite folktales and beautiful poetry inspired by unique cultures, family traditions, and the landscape. Many books are written in Spanish and English. See Book Finder for more great titles!

Scholastic- Fiction and nonfiction books for Pre-K-12 (Link)

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Escucha | Listen.

Latino USA offers insight into the lived experiences of Latino communities and is a window on the current and merging cultural, political and social ideas impacting Latinos and the nation.
Frequency 2 episodes / week , Average Episode Length 34 min Since Jan 2020

It was born of a necessity to take the Latinx/Chicanx community dialogue beyond mere identity empowerment and feel good/comedic fluff (that although, have their place, oversaturate social media) and into a realm that is critical of identity and society while advocating for marginalized peoples. Bitter Brown Femmes is a podcast hosted by Cassandra Alicia and Ruben Angel that tackles social, political, emotional, and community issues. Frequency 3 episodes / quarter , Average Episode Length 76 min Since Jun 2018

The podcast aims to demystify the tech industry by providing listeners with insider perspectives and insights from Latin American leaders who have succeeded in their fields. Latinx in Power is a podcast that features interviews with top-level executives, entrepreneurs, and innovators from Latin America. The podcast is hosted by Thaisa Fernandes.

NPR's Alt Latino is a show and podcast about Latinx arts and culture. Tune in to listen to the podcast! Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 32 min Since Nov 2015 Also in NPR Podcasts

Locatora Radio is an independent podcast based out of Los Angeles that blends humor, pop culture analysis, and interviews with artists to engage listeners in nuanced discussions about feminism, sexual wellness, and arts and culture for a modern Latinx audience. Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 44 min Since Nov 2016

 
 

La Raza Chronicles - A weekly public affairs program focused on America Latina and the Latino community.

They bring you noticias, arte, y cultura from the bay and beyond.

Latino Rebels uses comedy, commentary, analysis, satire to explore the world of US Latino issues. This podcast was a 2019 iHeart Radio Podcast Awards nominee for 'Best Multicultural Podcast'. Tune in to listen to the podcast! Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 35 min Since Oct 2015

Cafe con Pam is the weekly podcast featuring fearless Latinx and People of Color that break barriers, change lives and make the world a better place while living in the US. Cafe con Pam is the platform where Latinx are able to share their stories and inspire one another through conversation of course while enjoying a fabulous cup of coffee. Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 53 min Since Oct 2016

 

My Cultura Podcast Network is dedicated to celebrating and elevating Latinx voices, stories and content creators in English, Spanish, and Spanglish

In this interview series, host Alicia Menendez talks to remarkable Latinas about making it, faking it, and everything in between. In often-hilarious and always-revealing episodes, Alicia and her guests take on the challenges of existing, and then thriving, as women of color. Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 25 min Since Apr 2018

Latinos Out Loud is a weekly podcast hosted by sketch comedians Rachel Strauss-Muniz, Michael Diaz, Jaime Fernandez and resident conspiracy theorist, Frank Nibbs. Each episode presents listeners with a slew of funny voices, jokes on everything from our personal lives to pop culture, uplifting an empowering stories, and more from this group whose natural chemistry is based on over 15 years of friendship. Packed with positivity and laughter, LOL is here to move Latinos forward. Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 45 min

The Latinx In Social Work Podcast is a show calling awareness to racism, bias, and discrimination felt by Latinx social workers. By sharing personal narratives from social workers within the LatinX community, our goal is to undo the injustice and guide others to note where they exist.

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Aumentar | Amplify.

Join and support these nonprofit organizations which lift up members of the Latinx community.

The Hispanic Heritage Foundation identifies, inspires, prepares, and connects Latino Leaders in the community, classroom, and workforce.

 

Empowers Latinx professionals with what they need to become leaders in the tech industry. 10,000+ members. 7 active city chapters.

 
 

Curated list by Silicon Valley Community Foundation on a Latinx Giving Guide.

 
 

Latino Community Foundation (LCF) exists to unleash the power of Latinos in California. Their mission is to build a movement of civically engaged philanthropic leaders, investing in Latino-led organizations, and increasing political participation of Latinos in California.

 

The largest network of Latina women working across the technology sector. Aims to connect, support, and empower Latina women working in tech. Empowering and connecting Latinas since 2014. 20 chapter cities. 16,000+ members. 200+ events.

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