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Celebrate time with friends, enjoy stellar music, and take part in our live and silent auctions. By attending, you'll be supporting YWCA Greater Lafayette’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women. Together, we’re creating a more inclusive and equitable community. Don’t miss this fun-filled afternoon for a great cause! Tickets on Sale Now - https://lnkd.in/gbJKsTCU.

#MartaLamas is a Mexican feminist who has written about gender and feminist theory. This founder of Mexico’s first feminist magazine has written many books aimed at reducing discrimination by opening public discourse on topics of feminism, gender, and other intersections of bodily autonomy. #HispanicHeritageMonth

#SoniaSotomayor is the first Hispanic Supreme Court Justice of the United States. This changemaker is also the third woman to serve on the high court. #HispanicHeritageMonth

The #WageGap cannot be explained away by education, experience or perceived choices. Even in states with large populations of Latinas in the workforce, rampant wage disparities persist, with devastating consequences for Latinas and their families. #LatinaEqualPay #Trabajadoras

Across generations and ideologies, Asian women reported that protections against both #GenderBasedViolence & sexual violence, harassment, and discrimination at work should be top priorities for policymakers in the 2024 #YWomenVote national survey of women: www.ywomenvote.org/results.

Get ready to brunch like a ROCKSTAR! Join us for an unforgettable event filled with delicious food, live entertainment, and a chance to support a great cause. Date: Sunday, November 3rd Location: Lafayette Theater Tickets: https://lnkd.in/gbJKsTCU Whether you're coming for the food, the fun, or to make a difference, this is one event you won’t want to miss! Proceeds go toward supporting programs of YWCA Greater Lafayette. Hurry—tickets are limited! Secure yours today and get ready to rock!

At YWCA Greater Lafayette, Joseline Cruz serves as a Bilingual Women's Wellness Navigator, guiding and supporting women—especially from underserved communities—through the healthcare system. Her mission is to ensure every woman has the support and resources she needs to take control of her health and well-being. Joseline shared "Hispanic Heritage Month is a time of deep personal significance for me. It’s an opportunity to celebrate my cultural roots and the vibrant traditions of the Hispanic community. It’s not just about reflecting on our history and achievements, but sharing the richness of our heritage with others." Growing up, Joseline experienced firsthand the challenges many in the Hispanic community face, such as language barriers and limited access to healthcare. Today, she uses her heritage and personal experiences to connect with the women she serves, advocating for culturally sensitive care and empowering them to overcome obstacles.

#EllenOchoa is the first Hispanic woman in space. This engineer and former astronaut made history in 1993 when she served on the nine-day STS-56 mission aboard the space shuttle Discovery. We celebrate her during #HispanicHeritageMonth

For over 22 years, Nohemi Lugo has been a dedicated Hispanic Advocate for the YWCA Greater Lafayette's Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention Program. Her passion for helping the most vulnerable members of our community drives her work, empowering her clients with options to break free from violence. "I am proud to represent not only the YWCA but also my Latin American heritage. I want to showcase the richness of our culture, knowledge, and expertise to the larger community. We are here to work hard, provide better lives for our families, and be a blessing to the communities we live in." - Nohemi As the only Hispanic Advocate in a six-county area, Nohemi plays a crucial role in providing culturally relevant support to Hispanic victims of domestic violence, speaking their language and understanding their unique challenges. Her efforts create a vital awareness of the contributions and needs of the Hispanic community across the various groups the YWCA serves.