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HABLA y VOTA Episode 16 with Special Guest Monica Maldonado, Founder MAS Cultura
Bienvenidos to HABLA y VOTA co-hosted and produced by Paul Saldaña, Lily Zamarripa-Saenz and Chris "TejanoMan" Tristan. Every Sunday morning at 9am we will be talking about the importance of our power, voices and votes. We will have special guests that will join us weekly, from Latino community leaders, elected/appointed officials, and candidates.
On Episode 16 of HABLA y VOTA we are joined by Special Guest Monica Maldonado, Founder of MAS Cultura.
Monica Maldonado established MAS Cultura in the summer of June 2021. Raised in South Austin by a single immigrant mother, her inspiration is fueled by early childhood struggles. Both as an Austin Native and with 20+ years in multi-family property management she understands the inevitable change that comes with growth. Both her personal struggle and understanding of gentrification drives her passion for culture preservation. She believes that culture preservation and celebration of Latino culture begins with accessibility and representation.
Monica’s first project was curated in 2019, a pop art event showcasing photography of Austin’s Lowriders. Throughout 2020 and 2021 she has organized murals, initiated events/programming, and volunteered in areas identified as underserved. Monica also has been a strong supporter of emerging and underrepresented Latino artists. In 2021 Monica was the Project Manager of the inaugural Latino Art WKND, a three-day experience showcasing art from 65 Latino artists. She currently sits on the Cap Metro Art Committee, a participating member of the working group for the City of Austin Cultural Arts funding program, and a past juror for the AIPP (Art in Public Places) Dove Springs Health Facility. She was recently named a 2022 DivInc Champion of Change Rising Star Nominee.
During our episode we discuss the mission and initiatives of MAS Cultura, the importance of celebrating and advancing our cultura by empowering and advocating for Latino art, artists, and ideas. And the significance of investing in our Latino neighborhoods and community, through advocacy and cultural arts. We discuss the powerful words of Raul Valdez, Chicano Artist Juarez-LincolnUniversity/Chicano Cultural Center. “It’s impossible to be proud when you don’t know who you are.”
Monica shares details about her recent visit to Uvalde, current initiatives and upcoming events intended to honor the victims, families and the community of Uvalde.
HABLA y VOTA is co-hosted and produced by Paul Saldaña, Lily Zamarripa-Saenz and Chris Tristan. Every Sunday morning at 9am we discuss the importance of our power, voices and votes. We have special guests that join us weekly as we discuss community and quality of life issues.
Join us every Sunday at 9am on HOT Tejano! https://hottejano.com (download the HOTTejano app).
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By HABLA y VOTABienvenidos to HABLA y VOTA co-hosted and produced by Paul Saldaña, Lily Zamarripa-Saenz and Chris "TejanoMan" Tristan. Every Sunday morning at 9am we will be talking about the importance of our power, voices and votes. We will have special guests that will join us weekly, from Latino community leaders, elected/appointed officials, and candidates.
On Episode 16 of HABLA y VOTA we are joined by Special Guest Monica Maldonado, Founder of MAS Cultura.
Monica Maldonado established MAS Cultura in the summer of June 2021. Raised in South Austin by a single immigrant mother, her inspiration is fueled by early childhood struggles. Both as an Austin Native and with 20+ years in multi-family property management she understands the inevitable change that comes with growth. Both her personal struggle and understanding of gentrification drives her passion for culture preservation. She believes that culture preservation and celebration of Latino culture begins with accessibility and representation.
Monica’s first project was curated in 2019, a pop art event showcasing photography of Austin’s Lowriders. Throughout 2020 and 2021 she has organized murals, initiated events/programming, and volunteered in areas identified as underserved. Monica also has been a strong supporter of emerging and underrepresented Latino artists. In 2021 Monica was the Project Manager of the inaugural Latino Art WKND, a three-day experience showcasing art from 65 Latino artists. She currently sits on the Cap Metro Art Committee, a participating member of the working group for the City of Austin Cultural Arts funding program, and a past juror for the AIPP (Art in Public Places) Dove Springs Health Facility. She was recently named a 2022 DivInc Champion of Change Rising Star Nominee.
During our episode we discuss the mission and initiatives of MAS Cultura, the importance of celebrating and advancing our cultura by empowering and advocating for Latino art, artists, and ideas. And the significance of investing in our Latino neighborhoods and community, through advocacy and cultural arts. We discuss the powerful words of Raul Valdez, Chicano Artist Juarez-LincolnUniversity/Chicano Cultural Center. “It’s impossible to be proud when you don’t know who you are.”
Monica shares details about her recent visit to Uvalde, current initiatives and upcoming events intended to honor the victims, families and the community of Uvalde.
HABLA y VOTA is co-hosted and produced by Paul Saldaña, Lily Zamarripa-Saenz and Chris Tristan. Every Sunday morning at 9am we discuss the importance of our power, voices and votes. We have special guests that join us weekly as we discuss community and quality of life issues.
Join us every Sunday at 9am on HOT Tejano! https://hottejano.com (download the HOTTejano app).