In this episode, Daniel Mendoza describes how shelter-in-place can trigger certain traumas related to being formerly incarcerated, and how he persists to engage in advocacy from his own home.

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A glimpse of Latinos in public education, and what many like Luis Aguirre are doing to strengthen the path from our varrios to college.

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Velaz invites Mayra, his partner, as they both share their experience of having to SHELTER-IN-PLACE. Let's continue to be there for one another during these interesting times. 

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Members of Somos Mayfair jumped on the mic to share their experience as community organizers. Their stories and words of encouragement all originate from the heart and their love for our gente.

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ESSJ Creatives is a collective of artists using their talents to define what it means to be from the varrio, and doing so by hosting an art exhibit with empowering arte, oldies bumping, and firme ranflas parked outside.

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Maestro Rob goes to share some palabra on what it was like growing up in East San Jo, leading to his activism across the state. He also is really inspired by John Trudell, and wanted me to share with you all this poem:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWe4Vc-3i9I

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Our community members from different zip codes voice the importance of your vote holds.

The voting system has been and is designed to keep our gente from participating. Make sure your vote reflects the needs of your individual self and of our community members who are kept out from making their voice count. 

Shout outs welcomed!!

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Guest star, Itzel, explains what encouraged her to return to her community and pave the path for latinx youth to follow their dreams. 

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This episode goes to share Watani Stiner's political journey as an activist during the 60's, his incarceration, exile, and return. 

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First episode of a new bi-weekly series full of announcements, shout outs, and updates from different varrios. Let's stay connected and show each other love. Happy Valentines to you all!

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