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Zolanlly Gutierrez

Inspiring Young Latina: Zolanlly Gutierrez

By Sugey Palomares | 07/10/2012 - 16:00 | 0 Comments

Our resident intern, Zolanlly Gutierrez is this week's inspiring young Latina for her strong work ethic and dedication to survivors of domestic violence. The Dominican-American writer is a senior at The Pennsylvania State University, majoring in Print Journalism and minoring in Spanish. Get inspired by the Queens native's story below:

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Alexandra Meda

Inspiring Young Latina: Alexandra Meda

By Sugey Palomares | 07/03/2012 - 16:12 | 0 Comments

The executive director of the Chicago-based theatre company Teatro Luna, Alexandra Meda is our inspiring Latina of the week for her relentless effort to make sure that our stories are told on stage. The Colombian and Argentine 27-year-old graduated from The Theatre School at DePaul University with a BFA in Theatre Studies and BA...

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...

Marcela Capetillo

Inspiring Latina of The Week: Marcela Capetillo

By Sugey Palomares | 05/22/2012 - 13:08 | 0 Comments

Marcela Capetillo emigrated to the U.S. from Mexico City just two years ago and has already made a name for herself as an entrepreneur in Texas. The former lawyer is dedicated to her new Tasti D-Lite business as much as her family. Capetillo also gives back to her community and advocates for children with special needs. Her...

Luma Marcaccio

Inspiring Latina of the Week: Luma Marcaccio

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

Luma Marcaccio is dedicated to helping the elderly community and has her abuela to thank for the inspiration. The Venezuelan civil engineer turned businesswoman, launched ComForcare, a private-duty, non-medical home care for senior citizens (and others in need of assistance), in the Boston area last November. Her desire to help...