In this episode of Healing Generations, Cisco Gallardo speaks with Dra. Vanessa Bustamante about the significance of cultural identity, ancestral wisdom, and the role of young leaders in activism. Dr. Bustamante shares her journey, reflecting on her experiences with cultural duality, the impact of her family, and the ongoing process of healing. The discussion emphasizes the need for inclusivity and the importance of leadership in fostering community connections. Cisco and Vanessa explore the complexities of personal growth, the need for open dialogue, and the historical context of La Raza Unida. The conversation highlights the power of dreaming about liberation and community healing. The speakers encourage the next generation of leaders to embrace their authenticity and take action for change, lifting up the unity in diversity as a pathway to collective empowerment.

 

Chapters:

 

00:00 Introduction

01:03 Opening the Circle in Ceremony

10:22 Meet Dra. Vanessa Bustamante: A Young Leader's Journey

13:22 Lessons from Culture and Family

20:12 The Intersection of Healing and Activism

23:59 Navigating Identity and Community Spaces

30:22 The Role of Leadership in Healing

33:32 Reflections on Inclusion and Exclusion in Movements

40:54 The Importance of Open Dialogue in Activism

43:02 Understanding La Raza Unida's Historical Context

51:02 Dreaming of Liberation and Community Healing

01:01:40 Unity in Diversity: Building a Collective Future

01:05:25 Encouraging Action and Community Involvement

 

For more about Dra. Bustamante, please visit:

 

https://www.homegirldoctora.com/

 

https://www.instagram.com/homegirldoctora

 

https://razaunidaparty.org/

 

 

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