From F Student to Community Leader: Jimmy Figueroa’s Story
By Melanie Slone Jimmy Figueroa was never part of a gang, but “a large…
Inspiring Stories
Reyna Grande Highlights the Immigrant Experience through her Writing
By Melanie Slone Reyna Grande is the multi-award-winning author of the bestselling memoir The…
Dr. Beatriz Villarreal works ‘one-on-one’ to instill family values
By Melanie Slone Beatriz Villarreal, Mano a Mano beatriz@mamf.org 760-492-8897 “Not in a million…
From At-risk Youth to Ballet Folklórico Director: José Jaimes Celebrates Culture and Discipline
By Melanie Slone “I see myself in a lot of kids…looking for someone to…
Oscarin Ortega’s Lived Experiences
Hardship, mental health, and stereotypes: The uphill battle in helping others find their own…
From Latina to Latina: Financial Empowerment is within Your Reach
Adriana Brunner shows us how education and community engagement can help you make the…
The Snow Goose Global Thanksgiving: Acclaimed Author Victor Villaseñor Holds Sacred Celebration at His Home in Oceanside
By Melanie Slone “There’s only one race, the human race, with different cultures,” says…
Josefina López: Her Struggle to Become the Protagonist of Her Own Story
The author of Real Women Have Curves shares her journey and reflects on life…
Dr. Sunita Cooke: From Science Teacher to Education Trailblazer
The president/superintendent of MiraCosta College fights for equal opportunity for all By Melanie Slone…