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Latinx Women
9 Inspirational Quotes From Impressive Latina Entrepreneurs
For Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re sharing inspirational words from successful entrepreneurs in this millions-strong community.
A New, Woman-Made Speculum Is In The Works
The innovative design could someday replace the current one used in most OB-GYN exams, which looks more like a medieval torture device than a tool. It’s about time.
Meet the Nonprofit Leader Who’s Teaching Kids About Hydroponic Farming
At NY Sun Works, Bolivia-born Manuela Zamora has pioneered a hands-on approach to train the next generation of climate scientists and farmers.
AOC’s Record-Setting, Trailblazing, Occasionally Punchy 2025 (So Far)
Sen. Bernie Sanders appears to be passing the progressive-leadership baton to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez – and she’s off and running with it.
The Bold & The Autocratic: 12 Women in Politics to Watch in 2025
We’ve rounded up a list of women, from seasoned elected officials to up-and-comers, to keep an eye on this year – be they progressive role models, or regressive change agents.
Match.com Co-Founder Reflects on Sexism, Dating Apps and a Career in Tech
Now running BabyQuip, Fran Maier is busy as ever, but takes time to counsel other women entrepreneurs and help close a stubborn gender gap in VC funding.
She’ll Help You Style Your Existing Wardrobe
Rosario Castorena is a personal stylist helping women breathe new life into their old clothes.
She’s Feeding American Military Families in Need
Monica Bassett is the founder of Stronghold, a Kansas food pantry serving up food to soldiers and their loved ones.
She’s Serving Up Plant-Based Mexican Classics in Chicago
Bernice Vargas Luna’s taqueria, El Hongo Mágico, uses mushrooms to create vegetarian versions of the Mexican dishes she grew up with.
For These Political Organizers, the Real Work Begins After Election Day
The Texas Organizing Project is galvanizing Black and Latino voters into action – and holding candidates to their progressive campaign promises.
History May Be Made: Mexico’s Next President Will Likely Be a Woman
Claudia Sheinbaum will face off against Xóchitl Gálvez, marking an “extraordinary change” for the Latin nation.
Mother of Uvalde School Shooting Victim to Run for Mayor
After Kimberly Mata-Rubio lost her daughter to gun violence, she poured her energy into enacting change.
AOC Calls on Biden to Ignore Texas Abortion Pill Ruling
The New York lawmaker says the courts don’t have the authority to ban mifepristone.
Karol G Makes Latin Music History With New No. 1 Album
The Colombian-born singer’s new release is now the first album by a woman artist entirely in Spanish to ever top the Billboard 200.
‘Queen of Salsa Music’ Becomes First Afro-Latina on U.S. Quarters
Late singer Celia Cruz is one of five honorees in the American Women Quarters Program for 2024.
Gloria Estefan is About to Make History. Here’s How
The singer-songwriter behind hits like “Conga” and “Rhythm is Gonna Get You” will be the first-ever Latinx woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
‘Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me’ Trailer Released on World Mental Health Day
Selena Gomez released a new trailer for her documentary about her struggles with mental health on World Mental Health Day.
This Candidate is Fighting for Arizonans’ Rights. She Gets That From Her Family
The matriarchs in Lorena Austin’s life taught her the value of hard work. Now, she’s using that drive to run for a State House seat.
She Survived Racist Taunts and Bullying. Now She Wants to Flip a Florida House Seat Blue
Annette Taddeo, currently a state senator, is favored in the polls to take on a GOP incumbent in a closely watched race.
Selena Gomez, Quinta Brunson Just Made Emmy Nomination History
The two actresses and producers both made significant strides in television history by scoring some notable Emmy nods.
Selena Gomez’s Latest Venture: Working Out, for Your Mind
The actress, pop star and mental health activist teamed up with her mom and business partner to launch a platform dedicated to ‘mental fitness.’
An Immigrant Founder Uses Food to Lift Up Her Latino Community
Paty Funegra of La Cocina VA has raised $2 million to turn her community kitchen into an incubator, a café and a place of hope for struggling immigrants.
This Philadelphia Entrepreneur is Helping Fix a Broken Food System
How Tatiana Garcia-Granados’ nonprofit enterprise, The Common Market, is bringing healthful food to low-income communities and lifting local farmers’ livelihoods.