Inspiring Latinas

40 Latinas Who Have Changed the World!

40 Latinas Who Have Changed the World!

By Sugey Palomares | 03/04/2013 - 17:29 | 0 Comments

Every day we are inspired by women who work to achieve more and give more. These Latinas show us that everyone has the potential to change the world and that it's up to us to make a difference! Here are 40 amazing Latinas who have changed the world.

- With additional reporting by Irina Gonzalez

Meet Our 40 Inspiring Latinas of 2012!

Meet Our 39 Inspiring Latinas of 2012!

By Amaris Castillo | 12/31/2012 - 02:36 | 0 Comments

This year, our minds and hearts have been widened and re-shaped thanks to our Inspiring Latinas column. Since we launched the weekly column in early January, we've told the stories of strong, everyday Latina women who wake up every morning to follow their ambitions...

Monica Trasandes

Inspiring Latina: Monica Trasandes

By Laura Elizabeth Hernandez | 11/06/2012 - 16:12 | 0 Comments

If a young Latina girl sees a gay female character on a television show, telenovela, or movie, she may have Monica Trasandes to thank for it.

As the Director Of Spanish-Language Media at GLAAD (The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against...

Zayda Rivera

Inspiring Young Latina: Zayda Rivera

By Sugey Palomares | 09/19/2012 - 15:06 | 0 Comments

Zayda Rivera, 35, applies her strength, determination, and positive spirit to every task at hand. As the director of multicultural communications strategy for the Hispanic Practice at Lagrant Communications, the Puerto Rican professional (and...

Alyssa Vera Ramos

Inspiring Young Latina: Alyssa Vera Ramos

By Sugey Palomares | 06/26/2012 - 16:00 | 0 Comments

Alyssa Vera Ramos is the inspiring Latina of the week for her strong passion for theater and teaching. The Chicago native and Northwestern University graduate is a facilitator for the non-profit organization, For Youth Inquiry, a performing health collective, which helps inspire and educate inner-city teens. We...

Lydia Villa Komaroff, Molecular Biologist, Dove Movement for Self-Esteem

Inspiring Latina: Lydia Villa-Komaroff

By Sugey Palomares | 06/19/2012 - 15:41 | 0 Comments

Molecular biologist, Lydia Villa-Komaroff is this week’s inspiring Latina for her strong dedication to the Dove Movement for Self-Esteem campaign, which empowers women to be confident and let their inner beauty shine. The Mexican American scientist began her...

Beatriz Rivera

Inspiring Young Latina: Beatriz Rivera

By Sugey Palomares | 06/13/2012 - 18:00 | 0 Comments

Sixteen-year-old Beatriz Rivera is this week’s Inspiring Latina for her strong dedication to completing her education despite the challenges she faces due to her dyslexia. The Spanish Harlem, New York teen strives to graduate high school and continue on her path to...

Felicia Alcaraz

Inspiring Latina of the Week: Felicia Alcaraz

By Sugey Palomares | 05/30/2012 - 16:00 | 0 Comments

Felicia Alcaraz is a Latina who honors her roots and makes us proud with her dedication to raising funds and awareness for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The California native works as a Continuity Director for Clear Channel’s 99.1 KGGI-FM and won the 2012 Inland Empire Woman of the Year for her work...