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Camila Dejesus
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Magazine and Media Editor, Latinitas
Austin
Beats
Progressivism,American History Conservatism, Economic Policy Politics, Government Foreign Policy, Trade
There is nothing I do not cover.
Content
By Jenny Castro, Camila Dejesus| Latinitas@ Photo by Vinnie Zuffante/Getty Images)Decades after her passing, Selena still remains one of the most influential figures in the Latino community and continues to have a major impact in the realm of pop culture both in the U.S. and abroad.
By Camila Dejesus| Latinitas@ ¡Tú Cuentas! Cine Youth Fest’s Winner Victorya Cintra’s latest short film, Tea For Two, imagines a not-so-distant future where American women have been reduced to dutiful housewives. They roam around in their colorful yet confining dresses, forced to serve the men in their lives. Forced to make themselves smaller and forced to exist in a world where birth control has been banned. It’s a haunting and timely portrayal on Cintra’s part.
By Camila Dejesus, Jenny Castro, Mariana Medina Barragán| Latinitas@ Just last week, Latina and Filipina actress Tatianna Córdoba’s dreams came true as she made her Broadway debut, starring as Ana García in the musical adaptation of Real Women Have Curves, inspired by Josefina López’s 1990 play. Córdoba was honored to redefine the role that’s best known for America Ferrera’s incredible portrayal in the 2002 classic film of the same name.
Company Info
Latinitas
Latinitas is a nonprofit organization founded in 2002 by University of Texas at Austin students. It aims to empower Latina girls and their communities through culturally relevant education, focusing on leadership, innovation, and community impact. The organization is dedicated to addressing the underrepresentation of Latinas in media and technology. Latinitas offers a variety of programs, including bilingual workshops and camps in media, technology, STEM, and leadership for middle and high school Latina youth. It operates after-school clubs in Title 1 schools to encourage girls to innovate through media. The organization also runs an online magazine, the first digital platform by and for Latina youth, which showcases their creative expression and storytelling. Additionally, Latinitas provides scholarships and mentorship to support participants in pursuing higher education and careers. The organization serves Latina youth aged 8–18 in underserved communities, particularly in Texas, and engages families and educators through outreach initiatives. It relies on donations, grants, and volunteer efforts to sustain its impactful programs.
Austin, United States
+1 512-900-0304
Founded: 2002