Welcome to Poder Speaks! We are young Latinx change makers developing a new narrative for NC politics that centers the leadership and voices of Black and brown communities. This season of Poder Speaks we are focused on the Power we hold as individuals and a collective. Stay tuned for more episodes as we connect with leaders from across NC.

May is Mental Health Awareness month and we found it fitting to hold a conversation centering mental health and its intersection with activism. Stephany Mejia, a licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Raleigh, NC, broke down the importance of  mental health when navigating the complexities of one’s own marginalized identities while also committing to social justice work. Whew!

Stephany talks us through the effectiveness of her empowering approach to therapy and sprinkles in some advice on how to reclaim your space in this complex and  ever changing society we live in. Tune in and enjoy!