Here are a few ways some Cisneros Scholars have passed the time living at home during online school!
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Afro-Latina Business Leaders to Know
In honor of Black History Month, Alicia Ramirez-Hernandez presents 5 Afro-Latina Business Leaders who are marking their mark in their industries.
Afro Nicaraguans: The Persistent Struggle for Equality
Throughout much of Latin America, people of African descent also face constant struggle for full equality.
Celebrating the Afro-Latinx Community during Black History Month
One of our goals is to amplify and celebrate all voices from the Latinx community, and Afro-Latinx people are an integral part of our community.
Leaders: Alex Pacheco, GW Alumnus & Animal Rights Activist
From Silver Spring to the international stage, a GW alumnus changed the world of animal rights activism forever.
Leaders: Sylvia Rivera, LGBTQ Rights
Rising from difficult beginnings, a Puertorican-Venezuelan drag queen would go on to be a pioneer in the fight for LGBTQ rights.
Winter Traditions in Latin America
Family, friends, gifts, food, music, and more! This is a rundown of some of the celebrations that occur throughout Spain and Latin America.
Leaders: Luis Miramontes, Healthcare
Raised by a single mom, Luis Miramontes defied the odds to become a prolific scientist who helped women in their fight for bodily autonomy.
Top 4: Staying Productive Virtually
College is awesome… until you find yourself in your childhood bedroom staring at the star-shaped stickers on your ceiling.
Leaders: Dolores Huerta, Advocacy
From elementary school teaching, to farmworkers, civil rights, the feminist movement and beyond, Dolores Huerta has always advocated for those most vulnerable.