“Jane The Virgin” Star Andrea Navedo Talks New Memoir, Bronx Roots, and Advice for Latinas

Andrea Navedo has been a standout and inspiration for Latinas everywhere since the first time she strutted on stage as Xiomara Villanueva in the CW’s hit show, Jane The Virgin. But her story doesn’t just start there. As Andrea beautifully lays out in her newest venture, a deeply personal memoir titled Our Otherness Is Our…

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Demi Lovato Brings Music, Meaning, and Momentum to Austin This May

On May 24, the spotlight in Austin will shine a little brighter as Demi Lovato takes the stage at the Moody Center, delivering more than just a concert—it’s a cultural moment shaped by music, resilience, and connection. Lovato’s return to the road for the It’s Not That Deep Tour marks a powerful new chapter. Known for her unmistakable voice…

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MONOGEM releases track in ode to her abuelita

HARLINGEN, Tx.—L.A.-based Mexican-American musician MONOGEM, also known as Jen Hirsh, grew up in a family that not only loved music but celebrated it. Specifically, Hirsh’s abuelita would play the timeless bolero track “Bésame Mucho” by Consuelo Velázquez on repeat throughout the house.    “I have the most beautiful memories of my abuelita singing and admiring the…

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“The Youth Governor” Gave Me Hope About Our Future Politicians

The Halmy Brothers, in partnership with Blumhouse (yes that Blumhouse), have released their 2022 documentary “The Youth Governor” and it is phenomenal. The film offers an inside look into the YMCA’s Youth and Government program as it follows the intense campaign for California’s 72nd Youth Governor. Youth and Government is a national program set up…

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INTERVIEW: Deputy Assistant Secretary Enrique Roig on the Human Rights Defender Awards

Earlier this week the State Department held its Human Rights Defender Award Ceremony, honoring eight recipients from across the world. Latinitas Magazine had the incredible privilege of speaking with Deputy Assistant Secretary Enrique Roig about those who were honored and the impressive works the Beaureu of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor are doing to aid…

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Texas Tribune Festival Brings Big Conversations and Bold Ideas to Downtown Austin

The Texas Tribune Festival took over downtown Austin this weekend, drawing thousands for three days of high-profile speakers, lively debates, and in-depth conversations about the issues shaping Texas and the country. Hosted by The Texas Tribune, the annual event brought together lawmakers, journalists, advocates, researchers, and community leaders for a packed schedule of panels, interviews, and live recordings….

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