We honor and celebrate the work of individuals working to protect and heal the environment with actions big and small.
Read moreand more diverse Latinas in public service.
Together, we are creating a more reflective democracy.
Together, we are creating a more reflective democracy.
Together, we are creating a more reflective democracy.
Latinas Represent aims to increase the number
and diversity of Latinas in public service to
transform our communities and build a more
reflective democracy.
Tu voto es tu voz!
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RequestJoin us in creating a more reflective democracy! Latinas Represent invites you to submit your information below to see what positions you can run for in your community. Latinas make up 9.3% of the US population but only 3% of elected officeholders in state and federal offices across the country. This is why we need you to step into your political power.
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We honor and celebrate the work of individuals working to protect and heal the environment with actions big and small.
Read moreJoin us for an empowering event as Latinas Represent and World Channel unite for an exclusive screening and conversation with the phenomenal women of 'RUNNING WITH MY GIRLS.' You can stream the film and be a part of the conversation for FREE!
Read moreLatinas Represent aims to empower and encourage Latina participation in the electoral process. One of the most effective ways to ensure your vote counts is by making a comprehensive voting plan. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the voting process with confidence and ensure your voice is heard.
Read moreAs the world recognizes World Day for Social Justice, it's crucial to reflect on the diverse voices that contribute to the fabric of our societies. Latinas, with their rich cultural heritage and unique experiences, stand at the intersection of multiple identities, making their voices all the more vital in the pursuit of social justice. Amid ongoing struggles for justice, equality, inclusivity, and peace, it's imperative to highlight the perspectives of those often marginalized and underrepresented.
Read moreWe aim to track Latina elected officials at all levels of government. If you are a current elected official who identifies as Latina and are not currently listed on our map, please submit your information below. Your submission will be reviewed prior to being added to the map.
Source: National Hispanic Leadership Agenda
The word Hispanic is closely tied to the U.S. government and its efforts to identify groups of people, which defines it as “Americans of Spanish origin or descent.” Under this definition, Hispanic only refers to people who are originally from Spanish-speaking countries. This term includes people from Spain but excludes people from Brazil. Although this term is widely used to describe a pan-ethnic Spanish-speaking group of people, it is not universally embraced by the communities who have been labeled as such. Due to its connection to Spanish colonization, some view the term Hispanic as a Eurocentric label that erases the Indigenous and Afro-Latino heritage of people from Latin America.
The terms Latino, Latina, Latin@, Latine, and Latinx refer to a person or group of people of Latin American or Caribbean origin or descent; this includes people from all countries in Latin America and the Caribbean but excludes Spain. When used in the singular form, Latino refers specifically to a man or boy, which is why it is necessary to use the term Latina when referring to women or girls of Latin American origin. The term “Latino” applies to a broader group of people in Spanish because the language is gendered and the masculine forms of words may also be considered gender-neutral, which means that the language itself sets a baseline that is both heterosexual and masculine and by default exclusionary. The term “Latinx” arose out of a desire to have a gender-neutral term and is used to refer to people of Latin American or Caribbean origins and is inclusive of those who identify along a gender spectrum and diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Latinx term began appearing on the Internet in queer communities in the United States; however, it is not always considered the perfect response to the search for a postcolonial word because it requires an understanding of the English language and tends to highlight people of mestizo identity while erasing Indigenous and Afro-Latino identities. Some also have used the term “Latin@” to be inclusive, using the @ symbol to represent both an O and an A. More recently, “Latine” has emerged as an alternative to Latinx as a gender-neutral term rooted in the Spanish language. It is starting to be used in some parts of Latin America and the Caribbean and is also starting to gain some recognition in the United States.
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