It's Not Just a Teapot: Griselda Gonzalez on Moving People, Not Just Boxes
Griselda Gonzalez of CG Moving on moving people, not just boxes, and leading California's moving association.
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Personal Branding From the Roots Up, Part 2: Messaging Sin Vergüenza
SVL Executive Cultura Ambassador Nancy Marmolejo on answering "What do you do?" in your own voice, rooted in your values and strengths.
If You Can See It, You Can Be It: Arnaldo Lopez on Going Back to the Basics
Arnaldo Lopez on going back to the basics in cybersecurity, and why seeing a Latino executive changes what students believe is possible.
Listen First, Then Build | Reese Alvernaz Collegiate Cultura Ambassador
Santa Clara engineering student Reese Alvernaz founded Harvesting Justice to amplify farmworker voices. Meet SVL’s newest Collegiate Cultura Ambassador.
One Breath, One Step: Lilian Alfaro Cavlan on Guiding Our Students and Ourselves
Lilian Alfaro Cavlan, author of Prevail, on guiding students and parents through school, and the power of one breath, one step.
Eddie Garcia on the History San Jose Left Out: "We Belong"
Eddie Garcia, author of Mexican Heritage Plaza, on exposure, resilience, and San Jose's Mexican history. Cafecito with Silicon Valley Latino.
Mary Mora Started With One Question: "What If We Organize?"
Mary Mora, founder of Unidas Somos Más Fuertes, on organizing, hope, and mentorship. Episode 2 of Cafecito with Emmy-nominated Silicon Valley Latino.
Recognition Matters: The City of Sunnyvale Proclaims Hispanic Heritage Month
Sunnyvale proclaimed Hispanic Heritage Month and invited SVL CEO Alex Ontiveros to speak. His message: recognition matters, and so do our stories.
Personal Branding From the Roots Up, Part 1: Start With Your Values
SVL Executive Cultura Ambassador Nancy Marmolejo shows how your core values, from familia to comunidad, become the foundation of your personal brand.
From Immigrant Kid to CEO: Alex Ontiveros' Story
Two teachers wrote letters about a young man Alex Ontiveros didn't yet recognize. At a BILL fireside chat, the SVL founder shares how he became him.
Dr. Antonio Lopez Is Still Writing East Palo Alto's Story, One Poem at a Time
Dr. Antonio Lopez, San Mateo County Poet Laureate, on poetry, power, and giving back. The first Cafecito with Emmy-nominated Silicon Valley Latino.
The Home We Carry, The Home We Create
Executive Cultura Ambassador Jazmin Diaz finds home in the smells of Degollado, Jalisco, and in the traditions she passes on to her four children.
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Healing and Hope: Humanitarian Assistance & Health Services for Immigrants
At Silicon Valley Latino, we understand that immigration is more than just a journey, it’s a leap of faith filled with hope, challenges, and the pursuit of a better future.
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Providing Stability: Resettlement & Social Services for Immigrants
In this third week of highlighting and promoting the work Immigration Services Organizations are doing we, Silicon Valley Latino, recognize that resettling in a new country comes with many challenges.
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Rosales Sisters Scholarship Campesinos Screening
Nearly 220 attendees. Almost $14,000 raised. The Rosales Sisters' Scholarship brought Watsonville together for a sold-out screening of "Campesinos: America's Unsung Heroes," honoring campesino families and funding the next generation of first-gen students.
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Amplifying Immigrant Voices: Community Advocacy Organizations Leading the Way
Silicon Valley Latino in its ongoing Immigrant Support Series, we shift our focus to Community Advocacy & Organizing, the vital work of grassroots organizations empowering immigrants to stand up for their rights and shape the policies that affect their lives.
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Standing with Our Immigrant Communities: A Spotlight on Advocacy and Support
At Silicon Valley Latino, we believe in the power of storytelling and community action. As immigration policies continue to shift, many individuals and families in our communities are facing increased uncertainty, challenges and violence
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Standing with Farmworker Communities: Honoring Resilience and Advocating for Equity
Two years ago, a devastating tragedy shook the Half Moon Bay community when a mass shooting claimed the lives of seven farmworkers. This tragedy not only highlighted the struggles faced by these essential workers but also the urgent need for systemic reform.
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ALAS CEO Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga Represents Coastside in Washington D.C.
ALAS CEO Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga Represents Coastside in Washington D.C.
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Take Charge: A Lean In Latinas Annual Conference 2024
Join us at the 6th annual Lean In Latinas "Take Charge" conference! This year, we’ll join a community of extraordinary women to engage in meaningful discussions and purpose-driven networking.
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Victory for Farmworkers: ALAS' 555 Kelly Project Gains Approval!
After last week’s call by our Founder (Alex Ontiveros) we are excited to share an important update on the 555 Kelly Project (affordable housing for farmworkers) in Half Moon Bay.
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Lilian López Peña on Soccer and Smiles and its Inaugural Fundraiser!
Lilian López Peña, CEO of the non-profit organization Soccer and Smiles, sees one ball as the gateway to a million opportunities. Embracing this philosophy as CEO and co-founder, she and her team strive to make a global impact through the power of soccer.
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CAMPESINOS: America's Unsung Heroes BOGO Hoodie Campaign Video
We are delighted to share this video from our CAMPESINOS BOGO (buy one, give one) hoodies delivery to farm workers in Half Moon Bay. We accompanied Ayudando Latinos A Soñar staff on their "Farmworker Fridays" outing as we visited a few farms delivering free lunches and supplies along
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CRISTO REY SAN JOSÉ COLLEGE SIGNING DAY 2022
It was an exciting day at nearby Cristo Rey San José Jesuit High School last week, located in East San Jose, where they celebrated in-person for the annual College Signing Day rally and celebration.