By Sofia Navarro
New York based reporter covering Afro-Latino, Queer and Latina voices reshaping the cultural conversation.
Afro-Latina Artists Forge Their Own Path in an Industry That Often Overlooks Them
Vergi Rodriguez reflects on her career as a dancer and podcaster, revealing the industry's tendency to limit roles for darker-skinned artist
Afro-Latino Voices: Why Black History Demands More Than a Month
A powerful conversation on the podcast Blacktinidad challenges the limits of Black History Month for Afro-Latinos. Hosts Nelson Estévez and
Bruno Mars and the Afro-Latino Identity: A Conversation on Heritage and Music
Bruno Mars's heritage includes Puerto Rican, Filipino, and Spanish roots, sparking conversation about Afro-Latino identity. The artist has c
Nelson Estévez Hosts Candid Panel on Mental Health and Modern Masculinity
Actor Nelson Estévez convened a panel to discuss legacy, vulnerability, and mental health for men of color. Participants Andresito Germosen,
Latina Founders Build Empires Across Fashion, Beauty and Wellness
Latina-owned businesses are among the fastest-growing in the U.S., with over 104,000 employer firms. Founders like Rea Ann Silva and Kat Nov
Kids of Immigrants: How a Streetwear Brand Weaves First-Generation Identity into Fashion
Daniel Buezo, a Hondureño from New York, co-founded the streetwear label Kids of Immigrants to celebrate immigrant roots and first-generatio
Latina Equal Pay Day 2025: The Persistent Wage Gap and Its Million-Dollar Cost
Latina Equal Pay Day 2025 lands on October 8, meaning the average Latina must work nearly ten extra months to earn what a white, non-Hispani
Three Latinos Confront HIV Stigma and Reclaim Their Narratives
A new documentary episode features three Latinos discussing life with HIV, challenging deep-seated stigmas in their communities. Their stori
Josielyn Aguilera on Transforming Hollywood's Narrative for Trans Latinas
Josielyn Aguilera, a trans actress from Michoacán, México, is using her platform to advocate for more nuanced roles for trans Latinas in Hol
Spain's Global Pride Ambitions Emerge After Washington D.C. Celebration
Spain made a significant impression at World Pride 2025 in Washington D.C., promoting its bid to host the global event in the future. The co
Global Pride 2025: Celebrations from São Paulo to México City That Define Community
Pride celebrations around the world blend vibrant joy with powerful advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. From the historic streets of New York City t
Jesús Zambrano: Redefining Family and Food as a Gay Latino Father in Los Angeles
Los Angeles-based food blogger Jesús Zambrano is redefining fatherhood and family through his kitchen. He discusses building a loving home w