Category: Community

  • From CasaQ to the Farmworker Caravan, Darlene Tenes is Uplifting our Community

    From CasaQ to the Farmworker Caravan, Darlene Tenes is Uplifting our Community

    Meet entrepreneur and community leader, Darlene Tenes. She has a flair for planning festive and creative Hispanic events, which incorporate the traditions and customs of Spain, Mexico, and Latin America. Her passion for Latino culture is the foundation of her successful business CasaQ. Founded in 2005, the San Jose-based company provides unique products, services, and […]

  • Celebrating our Latino Voices with Xfinity’s Fabric of America Digital Flag

    Celebrating our Latino Voices with Xfinity’s Fabric of America Digital Flag

    Sharing our individual stories is a wonderful way to celebrate our Latino culture. Our stories can be shared by reading books, watching a movie, going to a museum exhibit, and more. I was excited to check out Xfinity’s “Fabric of America” Digital Flag, where during Hispanic Heritage Month, you can hear the amazing stories of others, and you can be a part of this beautiful living and visual experience by recording your story. Read more to find out how.

  • Modern Latina’s 15th Anniversary Celebration Madre Award Call for Nominations

    Modern Latina’s 15th Anniversary Celebration Madre Award Call for Nominations

    Modern Latina is now accepting nominations for the “Madre Award.” Mothers are the heart of the family and our community. Modern Latina will recognize a mother who has nurtured their family and improved others’ lives in our community while juggling everything that comes along with being a mom. Please take a moment to nominate a mother today and pass the information to anyone you know who may be interested. The nomination window will begin on 9/29/20 and close on 10/16/20.

  • Empowering the LatinX Community: How to get involved and incite change now – September 23, 2020

    Empowering the LatinX Community: How to get involved and incite change now – September 23, 2020

    We are excited to kick-off Hispanic Heritage Month by announcing an event focused on civic engagement and using the power of our voice to make change during this critical election year. In partnership with Mission College, join Modern Latina’s upcoming event “Empowering the LatinX Community: How to get involved and incite change now” on Wednesday, […]

  • Shape your Community by Completing the Census 2020

    Shape your Community by Completing the Census 2020

    Raise your hand if you completed the 2020 Census. We did! It only takes a minute to complete the online form. You can ensure that your community receives proper funding for critical health services such as childcare, education programs, recovery programs, and political representation, to name a few. Make sure you and your family are counted! The last day to complete the Census is September 30, 2020.