Latino Entrepreneurs Kimy and Mario Aguirre Take Their Small Business Doatnut to Deliciously Healthy Heights
By Melanie Slone “He would go every day to a hamburger spot, and he…
Inspiring Stories
A Dream Come True: Attorney Maricela Amezola Leads Immigrants to Citizenship and Beyond
By Melanie Slone “I knew I wanted to be a lawyer when I was…
No Hurdle Too High: Attorney Geraldine Von Borstel Beats the Odds to Represent Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence
By Melanie Slone “Why don’t you study something else? You’ll never pass.” Geraldine Von…
From Teen Mom to Renowned Author, Speaker & Mentor
Latino Book & Family Festival Featured Speaker Erica Alfaro Shares Hope through Storytelling By…
A Book a Day Can Lead the Way: Jose Cruz Heads Literacy Efforts through the San Diego Council on Literacy
By Melanie Slone Half of the kids attending school in San Diego County do…
Xiomara Arroyo Talks Education, Financial Empowerment, and Cultural Foundations
Tips for Upward Mobility in Our Communities By Melanie Slone “We all hear the…
From Asylum Seeker to Public Health Officer
Dr. Sayone Thihalolipavan Leads Local Partners in Keeping Our County Healthy By Melanie Slone…
Fernando Sañudo: Leadership in Healthcare Rooted in Community
The CEO of Vista Community Clinic Fights for Access, Empowerment, and Empathy for All…
Award-winning Latino & Latina Authors Share Their Inspiration
By Melanie Slone The 27th Annual International Latino Book Awards, honoring books by, for,…