Lester is a First-Gen Latino professional from LA with years of experience in higher education, non-profit organizations, community development, and more. Son to immigrant parents, the oldest of siblings and cousins, and the unofficial lawyer/event planner/advocate/etc. of la familia, Lester knows the challenges and resilience of navigating a world where you don't know what you don't know and figuring it out as you go.

Lester is passionate about Men's mental health/issues, empowering others, and inspiring Black & Brown communities to thrive. In this episode, he talks about his story and the systemic disrespect Black and Brown first-gen men experience.

Connect with Lester on LinkedIn and follow him on Instagram @llarios116. For all Hella Latin@ updates, follow @hellalatinopodcast on Instagram and connect on LinkedIn. More at odalysjasmine.com.

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