Milwaukee Latina

Congratulations to every Latina graduate stepping into her next chapter. You belong in every room your education is helping you enter. 🤎

I’ve been thinking about how much leadership gets practiced at the kitchen table.

The oldest daughter coordinating everything.

The granddaughter translating what was said — and what was not.

The tía reading the room before anyone says a word.

The woman who remembers the appointments, the stories, the hard conversations, and who needs to be checked on.

No title.
No announcement.
Just showing up.

Before it was called leadership, it was called helping out.

And honestly, maybe that’s why it matters so much.

Leadership is not always a title. Sometimes it is the bridge.

As commencement season begins, I keep thinking about all of the Latinas walking across stages this month — receiving diplomas, degrees, certificates, and the quiet proof of everything it took to get there.

The late nights.
The family responsibilities.
The self-doubt.
The pride.
The pressure.
The possibility.

And I keep thinking about what comes next.

Because that walk across the stage is not just an ending. It is a beginning.

A beginning of new rooms, new decisions, new leadership, new confidence, and new ways of being seen.

This month, I want to be more intentional about celebrating Latina leadership in Milwaukee — the leadership that shows up in classrooms, workplaces, community spaces, families, and every place where someone is building a path forward.

Some leadership is already visible.

Some is still becoming.

All of it deserves to be named.

To every Latina graduating this season: may you feel proud of what you have already done, and brave enough for what comes next. 🤎

The UMOS Latina Resource Center (LRC) is proud to announce the (new) date for the Purple Dress and Tie Event on January 30, 2025.

This intimate affair will raise awareness for domestic violence and funding for the LRC's crucial work in the area.

Join us for an evening of music, photo experiences, guest speakers, entertainment and more.

Tickets are $25.00 and will sell FAST!

Representation matters

In a recent panel, Becky G described the moment she was mistaken for staff at an investor meeting: “Can’t wait for this bomb that I’m about to drop.”⁠ Click the 🔗in bio to read more!⁠ ⁠ #FIERCE #FIERCEArticle #FIERCEDiscussion #BeckyG

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 21% of Hispanic and Latino/é adults are affected by mental illness. You are not alone. To get help for yourself or a loved one please reach out. The NAMI Helpline is 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

Milwaukee Latina is dedicated to uplifting Latina, Latiné, and Hispanic women in Greater Milwaukee & Wisconsin.We want to hear your story or the story of a Milwaukee Latina/é from your family!

Feliz Dia de Los Madres 💕

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