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12 Latinas Who Have Helped Advance Women’s Rights

Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMarch 8, 2022

by Shayne Rodriguez ThompsonMarch 8, 202206156

Latinas are a powerful, resourceful and determined segment of the population, and throughout history, many have fought the good fight to advance women’s rights in the United States and throughout the world, using their unique skills, talents and knowledge. From...

Lifestyle

Vanessa Hauc & 9 Other Latinx Environmental Activists Who Are Fighting Climate Change

Nicole YoungJuly 23, 2021July 27, 2021

by Nicole YoungJuly 23, 2021July 27, 202105524

Whether it’s fighting for climate change or human rights, these 10 Latinx environmental activists are making a big impact within their communities and truly fighting for the future of their generation. Artists like Xiuhtezcatl Martinez are spreading the message through powerful...

News and Entertainment

5 Human Rights Laws Protecting People of Color in the U.S.

Virginia IsaadOctober 9, 2019July 24, 2020

by Virginia IsaadOctober 9, 2019July 24, 202005676

Amidst a political climate that’s left immigrants and people of color feeling discriminated against and unsafe, many states are working to ensure marginalized communities are protected. From the recent ban on the usage of the term “illegal alien” in New...

News and Entertainment

NYC Bans the Term ‘Illegal Alien,’ Violators Will be Fined $250K

Virginia IsaadOctober 7, 2019July 24, 2020

by Virginia IsaadOctober 7, 2019July 24, 202001624

In the midst of racist rhetoric and dehumanizing policies against immigrants, New York City is taking a stand by banning the use of the term “illegal alien.” A New York City law states that the use of “illegal alien” or...

News and Entertainment

Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal Arrested With Other Women For Protesting ICE

Johanna FerreiraJune 29, 2018October 1, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraJune 29, 2018October 1, 202001110

More than 2,000 women gathered at the Women’s March on Thursday in Washington D.C. to protest the Trump administration’s family-separation of immigrant families at the border and zero-tolerance policy. Close to 600 women were arrested for “mass civil disobedience.” Among...

News and Entertainment

Hundreds Protest on Father’s Day Against Immigrant Families Being Separated at The Border

Johanna FerreiraJune 18, 2018September 30, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraJune 18, 2018September 30, 20204 1101

A new tragic border patrol story circulates every day, ever since the Trump administration launched their cruel zero-tolerance policy for crossing the border illegally. Many have weighed in including politicians—even Melania Trump—and most agree that separating thousands of families at...

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This Woman Had The Perfect Response When Border Patrol Officers Boarded Her Greyhound Bus

Yvette MontoyaJune 13, 2018September 29, 2020

by Yvette MontoyaJune 13, 2018September 29, 202010 7704

Updated Friday, June 15 2018 We hear the word ally thrown around a lot but what does it really mean to be an ally in a time when people are actually turning in their neighbors, delivery people, and parents dropping...

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Jeff Sessions Just Made It Harder For Domestic Violence Victims To Seek Asylum

Johanna FerreiraJune 12, 2018September 28, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraJune 12, 2018September 28, 20200978

If you thought the dark days were over—think again. The Trump administration is stilling going above and beyond to make things harder for marginalized groups—women and immigrants especially. In fact, a recent move by Attorney General, Jeff Sessions could reverse...