TEEN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE - January 29

Young women interested in developing their leadership skills are invited to apply for the Teen Leadership Institute. The institute will consist of a leadership conference and monthly workshops on leadership methods, decision making skills, goal setting, social justice, public speaking, self-expression, interpersonal communication, civic engagement and volunteering. This leadership program is aimed at encouraging and motivating Latina teen girls to make a difference in their community through leadership, self-expression and volunteerism. Young women will engage in interactive activities that will help them explore their own strengths and cultivate their leadership abilities. The program will run throughout the school semester.
BENEFITS:
•Develop leadership skills
•Meet new friends
•Connect with mentors and role models
•Complete community service projects
•Make a difference
ELIGIBILITY:
•Be a Hispanic girl in 9-12 grade
•Demonstrate an interest in volunteerism
•Demonstrate leadership capabilities
•Commit to entire school year
•Fulfill $20 annual membership fee to cover materials
(a limited number of need-base scholarships are available)
REQUIREMENTS:
•Organize 2 community service projects
•Complete a minimum of 20 volunteer hours during the semester
•Participate in January 29 training retreat
•Participate in fundraising projects
•Commit to attending monthly meetings throughout the semester (from January to May)
TO APPLY: Submit an online application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT
Deadline to apply is January 24th.

SATURDAY CAMP - January 8

January 8, 2010
1:00-3:00pm
Judge Marquez Public Library
610 N. Oregon
Girls in grades 4-8th are invited to join us for a multimedia adventure. In our monthly Saturday camps, girls have an opportunity to build confidence while learning how to express themselves creatively through photography, poetry, arts & crafts, cultural activities, short skits and more. These workshops take place monthly the second Saturday of each month at the Judge Marquez library. To register, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or call 239.5051.

TEEN REPORTER ORIENTATION - January 8

January 8, 2010
3:00-4:00pm
Judge Marquez Public Library
610 N. Oregon
TeenLatinitas.com is currently accepting applications for high school multimedia interns as well as freelance writers and editors. Latinitas is the first digital magazine by and for U.S. Latina youth. The digital magazine is published monthly on-line with articles about culture, entertainment, profiles and youth topics. From quinces to dating, advice to fashion and wellness to celebs, Latinas focuses on topics related to being a Latina teen today. To learn more about writing for the magazine, attend our next orientation on January 8th from 3-4:00pm at the Judge Marquez Library or contact our editors at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.

CHICA POWER FEST - December 4

CHICA POWER FEST – December 4
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Main Public Library
501 North Oregon
To promote girl power, Latinitas is organizing the Chica Power Fest for middle school girls. This event is geared toward encouraging girls to build confidence, discover their voice, express themselves and make wise decisions. The event will feature informative and inspirational workshops, guest speakers, panelists, and multimedia presentations led by local female leaders on topics such as body image, confidence, peer pressure, media literacy, leadership, healthy relationships, cultural identity and bullying. Girls will discuss the challenges facing girls today and explore positive ways to deal with stress through hands-on creative expression activities revolving around poetry, acting, photography, art and song. The event is open to girls in grades 6th though 8th. Admission is free. Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. To register, call 239.5051 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.

Teen Media Academy Video

Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.

TEEN LATINITAS FEST - MULTIMEDIA DAY - NOV. 13

WHEN: Saturday, November 13 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

WHERE: KOI Studios, 501 Texas Avenue

Latinitas is partnering with KOI Studios to host a FREE multimedia training day for teen girls. The event will feature a photography and photoshop editing workshop led by Bianca Cervantes, a local photographer and graphic designer, as well as a film-making and poetry workshop by local multimedia producer Gracie Cain. Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch. Space is limited, so rsvp is required. To register, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or call 239.5051.

TEEN REPORTERS WANTED - OCTOBER 9

3:00 to 4:00pm

Judge Marquez Public Library

610 N. Yarbrough

Latinitas is currently accepting applications for high school girls interested in writing for TeenLatinitas.com. Our Teen Reporter Program is a group of high school Latinas trained in the fundamentals of journalistic writing and multi-media production. They have done some outstanding things – some things their adult counterparts in media have yet to achieve - including having a national byline in Latinitas’ magazines, interviews with Latino elite such as best-selling author Sandra Cisneros, international music stars Los Lonely boys and playwright and filmmaker Luis Valdez.  We are recruiting members who would like to participate in lessons in writing, photography, video and radio, field trips and coverage of local events. Any female teen in grades 9-12 are welcome to come to bi-weekly meetings. For more information, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or 239.5051. To register, complete our on-line application:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/3MT6RKP

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS WORKSHOP - OCTOBER 9

1:00pm to 3:00pm
Judge Marquez Public Library
610 N. Yarbrough
Girls in grades 4-8 are invited to get creative and learn how to make Dia de los Muertos altars at our next Saturday Camp workshop.   Our monthly creative expression workshops feature multimedia enrichment activities focused on arts & crafts, writing, photography, poetry, audio and video. The Latinitas Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). Latinitas Saturday Camps are hosted by Latinitas, a grassroots group dedicated to empowering Latina youth to build confidence through creative self-expression. For more information, call 239.5051, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com

LATINA AUTHOR'S FIESTA - September 18

WHEN: Saturday, September 18 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am

WHERE: EPCC Administrative Services Center, Building “A”

Latinitas is partnering with EPCC to host a FREE writing workshop led by nationally recognized Latina authors. As part of the EPCC Author's Fiesta, three published Latina authors - Christine Granados, Claudia Guadalupe Martinez, and Beatriz Terrazas - will make a special presentation just for members of Latinitas.  These three Chicana/Latina writers will share helpful advice about getting published, guide creative writing exercises that will generate ideas for future writing projects and participate in a reading performance.  Space is limited, so rsvp is required. To register, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or call 239.5051.

CLUB LATINITAS LAUNCH - September 13

Latinitas is kicking off a series of free weekly after-school girl empowerment clubs where girls in grades 4-8th can gather to build confidence and express themselves creatively through media, art, culture and technology. In this girl-friendly place, Latinitas will explore visual arts, writing, photography, folk arts, acting, crafts, audio production, journalism and film making. Each week will offer a different hands-on workshop where pre-teens can discover the power of self-expression as they foster a positive self-esteem. The clubs are held after school every week starting the week of September 13th at the following community centers:
Horizon Middle School - Every Tuesday
Clardy Fox Public Library - Every Tuesday
Judge Marquez Public Library- Every Thursday
La Fe Culture & Technology Center - Every Thursday
Memorial Park Public Library- Every Thursday
Irving Schwartz Public Library- Every Friday
Ysleta Public Library- Every Friday
For more information, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, call 239.5051 or visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org.

PEER MENTORS WANTED

Would you like to mentor younger girls? We are currently recruiting high school female volunteers to serve as mentors in our girl empowerment clubs. You can serve as a positive role model to encourage, motive and educate middle school girls. Our clubs are held at various community sites after school and on Saturdays. To sign up to volunteer, complete our on-line application at:

http://www.latinitasmagazine.org/volunteer_application.php

For more information, contact latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or call 239.5051.

NOMINATIONS FOR LATINA TOP ALL-STARS

To spotlight outstanding Hispanic female athletes who are out there changing statistics, Latinitas Magazine, the first digital magazine made for and by young Latinas, is launching a nationwide search for girls who exemplify superior athletic achievement, high academic standards, community involvement and outstanding leadership qualities.  The magazine is accepting nominations through its website of a Latina teen, age 13–19, who participates in school-sponsored athletics or open amateur sports and exhibits a dedication to leadership, community service and academic excellence for its 2010 Latinitas Sports All-Star Award.  Winners will be featured in a front page article in Latinitas teen publication: TeenLatinitas.com. Nominees are judged FOREMOST on athletic accomplishment. Extra-curricular activities, community service and scholarship will also be considered. The deadline for submissions is SEPTEMBER 15, 2010: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RKT98B3

MULTIMEDIA INTERNS - APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED

We are seeking talented Latina high school and college students to serve as Writing & Multimedia Interns. Interns must commit at least 5-20 hours per week for 4 months (80 hour minimum). This position will work closely with our multimedia team to gain experience in the entire magazine process and develop a portfolio with published articles, photos, blogs, audio pieces and videos. To apply, complete our application at: http://www.latinitasmagazine.org/internship_application.php or email intern@latinitasmagazine.org.

TEEN WRITER MEETING – August 14

3:00 to 4:00pm

Judge Marquez Public Library

610 N. Yarbrough

Teen girls interested in writing for a youth-oriented magazine are invited to join TeenLatinitas.com, the first digital magazine by and for Latina teens. This award-winning on-line magazine is currently accepting applications for writers and editors who would like to join our magazine team. This is a great opportunity for aspiring journalists to be published in a growing magazine and have their voice heard! Our group meets monthly the second Saturday of each month from 3-4pm. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Alicia Rascon at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, www.LatinitasMagazine.com or (915) 239.5051.

LATINITAS SATURDAY CAMP – August 14

1:00pm to 3:00pm
Judge Marquez Public Library
610 N. Yarbrough
Girls in grades 4-8 are invited to get in touch with their creative side and explore ways to express themselves in the Latinitas Saturday Camp. Our monthly workshops feature multimedia enrichment activities focused on arts & crafts, writing, photography, poetry, audio and video. The Latinitas Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). Latinitas Saturday Camps are hosted by Latinitas, a grassroots group dedicated to empowering Latina youth to build confidence through creative self-expression. For more information, call 239.5051, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com

BACK TO SCHOOL ESSAY CONTEST - Aug. 16

Call for Submissions – Deadline August 16

Latinitas is organizing a covergirl makeover contest. High school girls from the greater El Paso region are invited to submit an essay describing why they are proud of their Latina culture for a chance to win a free professional hairstyle, make-up consultation, and photo shoot. The top winners will be featured in Latinitas Magazine, the first digital magazine by and for Latina youth. Essays should be 450-750 words in length.   Essays should focus on how your family came to the U.S. or how you maintain your cultural roots.  The deadline for submissions is August 16th. Submissions can be emailed to latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or submitted on-line at www.Mylatinitas.com.

Become a Youth Editor for Latinitas

TeenLatinitas.com is the first digital magazine by and for Latina youth. This national award-winning online magazine is currently recruiting female teens to serve as magazine editors of our on-line magazine.   Latinitas is a dedicated to being a strong voice for young Latinas, telling the stories of our community and serving as a forum for self-expression.  Editors commit to volunteering as an editor for a year-long term and dedicating a minimum of 5-10 hours per month on writing, editing and multimedia projects. Youth editors are selected through an application process that includes an application form, writing samples and an interview. If you are interested in a career in media or journalism, want to build your writing skills, want to make a difference and want to get published, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. To get involved, complete our on-line application:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/3MT6RKP

Teen Leadership Institute - Accepting Applications

Young women interested in developing their leadership skills are invited to apply for the Teen Leadership Institute. The institute will consist of a leadership conference and monthly workshops on leadership methods, decision making skills, goal setting, social justice, public speaking, civic engagement and volunteering. This leadership program is aimed at encouraging and motivating Latina teen girls to make a difference in their community through leadership and volunteerism. Young women will engage in interactive activities that will help them explore their own strengths and cultivate their leadership abilities. The program will run throughout the school year leading up to a graduation ceremony in May.

Benefits:
•Develop leadership skills
•Meet new friends
•Connect with mentors and role models
•Complete community service projects
•Make a difference

Eligibility:
•Be a Hispanic girl in 9-12 grade
•Demonstrate an interest in volunteerism
•Demonstrate leadership capabilities
•Commit to entire school year
•Must pay $25 annual membership fee
(a limited number of need-base scholarships are available)

Requirements:
•Organize 2 community service projects
•Complete a minimum of 20 volunteer hours during the year
•Participate in October 16th training retreat
•Commit to attending monthly meetings

To apply: submit an online application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT
Deadline to apply is October 4th.

Latinitas Saturday Camps - July

LATINITAS SATURDAY CAMPS

July 10 - 1:00-3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)

July 3 - 10:00-12:00pm at Thomas Branigan Library (Las Cruces)

July 17 - 10:00-12:00pm at Thomas Branigan Library (Las Cruces)

Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the Latinitas Saturday Camps. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. The Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). The Las Cruces Saturday Camps are hosted the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library(200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, New Mexico). To register, call latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, call 239.5051 or LatinitasMagazine.org.

Latinitas All-Star Athlete Contest

LATINITAS ALL-STAR ATHLETE - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

To spotlight outstanding Hispanic female athletes, TeenLatinitas.com, the first digital magazine made for and by young Latinas, is launching a nationwide search for girls who exemplify superior athletic achievement, high academic standards, community involvement and outstanding leadership qualities. The magazine is accepting nominations of Latina teens, ages 13–19, who participates in school-sponsored athletics or open amateur sports and exhibits a dedication to leadership, community service and academic excellence for its 2010 Latinitas Sports All-Star Award. Winners will be featured in a front page article in Latinitas teen publication: TeenLatinitas.com. Females of Hispanic descent living in the United States of America or in a U.S. territory between the ages of 13-19 are eligible for nomination. Nominees are judged foremost on athletic accomplishment as well as their extra-curricular activities, community service and scholarship. For more information call 915.239.5051 or email latinitasawards@yahoo.com.

Latinitas in the Community: June 2010

Latinitas has been out in the community making a difference.  Here are highlights of our events over the last month.  

Teen Leadership Institute:

June 26, 10-12:30pm at Latinitas Headquarters (1359 Lomaland)

Latinitas hosts monthly leadership workshops for teens on leadership methods, effective communication, decision making skills, goal setting, public speaking, civic engagement and volunteering. This leadership program is aimed at encouraging and motivating Latina teen girls to explore their own strengths, cultivate their leadership abilities, discover their voice and make a difference in their community through leadership and volunteerism.

Stay Teen Day

El Paso has the highest teen pregnancy rate in the state of Texas. To counteract this trend, Latinitas joined the El Paso Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition, and we partnered with the Teen Advisory Board at the University Medical Center to develop a series of youth-produced public service announcements on teen pregnancy prevention. Latinitas also served as a planning team member for the Stay Teen event held on May 28^th at EPCC which brought together 200 local middle school students to raise awareness of the issue of teen pregnancy and to encourage youth to enjoy their teen years and prolong parenthood. This free event featured testimonials from teen parents about the challenges of being a young parent as well as an exhibit of information tables, a screening of Latinitas-produced videos and a carnival of fun teen-friendly activities where kids celebrated being young.

La Posada Home

Latinitas is partnering with La Posada Home, a shelter which helps homeless women and their children who have suffered abuse or abandonment, to offer monthly creative expression workshops for pre-teen girls living in the shelter.

Aliviane Partnership

Latinitas is proud to welcome Aliviane's Prides Center as its newest Affiliate Club Partner. Latinitas Affiliate Clubs are volunteer-led clubs made up of girls who participate in our creative expression activities. Latinitas volunteer Eva Alarcon has taken on the leadership role as the Club Leader and will be leading weekly workshops for middle school girls in the Chamizal neighborhood at Aliviane's Prides Recreation Center. Aliviane is a nonprofit that provides mental health and substance abuse and prevention services.

Club Latinitas Field Day

To celebrate the end of the school year, Latinitas hosted a Field Day for girls enrolled in several of our after-school programs on Saturday, June 5^th at Armijo Park from 1-4pm. This end of the year celebration brought girls together for an afternoon of swimming, games and summer activities. During the 2009-2010 school year, Latinitas hosted after-school programs at Horizon Middle School, Armijo Recreation Center, Judge Marquez, Clardy Fox, Memorial, Ysleta, Richard Burges and Main Public Libraries. In our clubs, girls were guided by college mentors in learning how to create self-expression projects. Latinitas weekly after-school clubs provided a fun, safe and girl-only place where Latinitas build confidence, self-esteem, cultural pride, while learning to make healthy decisions and become leaders. This school year, girls in our clubs created projects such as making a collage explaining how beautiful they are, creating a friendship bracelet, designing a retablo on teen issues, creating a leyenda, writing a corrido, making a quilt, sharing survival tips for teens, discussing the consequences of being a teen mom, making a radio talk show, creating a parody of America’s next top model, organizing a Global Youth Service Project which served the El Paso community, creating a mother’s day craft and filming a telenovela.

Latinitas Documentary

Summer Camp - Registration Open

This summer, girls in grades 4-8th are invited to find their creative expression outlet by producing original multimedia arts projects in the Latinitas Media Divas Summer Camp. In this week-long day camp program, girls will explore multimedia arts such as photography, writing, art, design, radio production and film-making. Pre-registration is required. To RSVP, call 239.5051 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. 

Grades: 4th through 8th
Date: Monday, July 5 through Friday, July 9
Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Latinitas Headquarters

1359 Lomaland, Gecko Room, El Paso, TX

Teen Media Academy - Registration Open

Calling all aspiring female journalists and media producers. Latinitas is hosting a week-long summer camp for high school girls with intensive instruction from media producers. The camp features field trips to local media stations as well as hands-on workshops led by professional media producers.  During the camp, you will complete an article, photo essay, blog, audio podcast and a video broadcast.  The camp will also feature field trips to KFox, Power 102 and UTEP as well presentations by professional TV reporters, radio journalists, photographers and much more. As part of the full-week camp, your work will be published on TeenLatinitas.com.  Pre-registration is required. To RSVP, call 239.5051 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. 


Grades: 9th through 12th
Date: Monday, July 19 through Friday, July 23
Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Latinitas Headquarters 
1359 Lomaland, Gecko Room, El Paso, TX

Latinitas is Hiring - Summer Youth Jobs

Latinitas is partnering with Workforce Solutions for the Summer Youth Program.  As part of this initiative, Latinitas will provide on-the-job training for youth ages 16-24 during the summer.  Latinitas will provide paid internships for Latina high school and college students with training on becoming multimedia producers.  Interns will work with professional and college mentors to learn about magazine feature writing, blogging, creating podcasts, taking photographs and making videos.  Interns must meet eligibility guidelines established by Workforce Solutions including income requirements.  For more information, contact Latinitas at 239.5051 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com

Stay Teen Day - May 28

Latinitas is a part of the hosting committee for the upcoming Stay Teen Day.  The event is geared toward raising awareness of the issue of teen pregnancy and encouraging youth to stay teen and postpone parenthood.  During Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month in May, this full-day conference is aimed at uniting and educating teens for a positive change.  This free event will feature testimonials from teen parents about the challenges of being a young parent as well as an exhibit of information tables and a carnival of fun teen-friendly activities where kids can celebrate being young.  Stay Teen Day will take place Friday, May 28th from 9:00am to 3:00pm at the EPCC Administrative Building (9050 Viscount).

The event is organized by the Stay Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition of El Paso Members: Child Crisis Center of El Paso, Communities in Schools, Department of Public Health, ESC Region XIX, Health & Human services Commission, Latinitas, March of Dimes, Project VIDA Health Center, School Age Parent Center, The Medical Institute, and the University Medical Center of El Paso.   The event is sponsored by the Superior Health Plan and the El Paso First Health Plan.

Mother's Day Writing Contest - May 3 Deadline

TeenLatinitas.com, the first digital magazine by and for Latina youth, is now accepting submissions for the annual Día de las Madres/ Mother's Day essay contest. The deadline for submissions is May 3, 2010. The contest is open to Hispanic girls ages 13-18 residing in the Greater El Paso region. The contest will be judged by local Latina professional media makers. Essays should be between 250 to 500 words in length and describe why your mother or motherly figure is special. Winning submissions will be announced and published on www.TeenLatinitas.com. In addition, the top winner will receive a complimentary mother and daughter photo shoot and photograph as well as a prize basket for their mom. To submit your entry, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or submit an essay on www.MyLatinitas.com.

Latinitas Saturday Camps - May

LATINITAS SATURDAY CAMPS - MAY 2010
May 1: 10:00-12:00pm, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library (200 E.Picacho Ave. Las Cruces)
May 8: 1:00-3:00pm, Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough)
May 15: 10:00-12:00pm, Branigan Memorial Library (200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces)

Girls are invited to get in touch with their creative side in the Latinitas Saturday Camp. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. The Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). The Las Cruces Saturday Camps are hosted the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library (200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, New Mexico). To register, call latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, call 239.5051 or LatinitasMagazine.org.

Latinitas in the Community

Family Fun Fair: April 11 at YMCA - Loya BranchLatinitas participated in the Family Fun Fair hosted by the Coalition for the Prevention of Child Abuse. This event themed “Empowering Families, Protecting Children” was aimed at preventing abuse and neglect by engaging at-risk families in fun, family-focused activities and providing information on community resources to help strengthen the family bond and eliminate stress. As part of this event, Latinitas volunteers hosted craft activities where kids created a quilt focused on promoting healthy families.

Father Yermo Career Day: April 16
Latinitas introduced young teens to careers in the multimedia field as part of the Father Yermo Career Day. Latinitas hosted an information table to inspire the next generation of media makers. Thanks to Latinitas intern Miriam Campos, girls learned about careers in magazines, films, photography and broadcast journalism.

Youth Leadership Summit: April 17 at Canutillo High School
Latinitas joined forces with community youth development groups to encourage local middle and high schoolers to make healthy decisions by participating in the Youth Leadership Summit. Youth participated in workshops on leadership, effective conflict resolution, self-esteem building and problem-solving strategies.

Dia de los Ninos: April 24 at Washington Park
Latinitas joined the Dia de los Ninos Annual Festival to promote literacy among local youth. The El Paso Public Library and the Parks and Recreation Department began the tradition of holding this annual festival to celebrate the youth of El Paso, Texas. The festival is focused on promoting the importance of literacy and education in a family-friendly event where people of all cultural, social, and economic backgrounds can gather. As part of the festivities, Latinitas volunteers hosted a bookmark making art projects for children.

Teen Leadership Institute: April 24 at the Latinitas Headquarters
Latinitas has been holding monthly leadership workshops on leadership methods, effective communication, decision making skills, goal setting, public speaking, civic engagement and volunteering. This leadership program is aimed at encouraging and motivating Latina teen girls to explore their own strengths, cultivate their leadership abilities and make a difference in their community through leadership and volunteerism.

Global Youth Service Day: April 23-25 at the Main Public Library
Latinitas joined the international movement - Global Youth Service Day. This is the largest service event in the world and mobilizes millions of children and youth who improve their communities through service-learning. On GYSD, Latinitas members helped address the world’s most critical issues through youth-led community service projects.

Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition
El Paso has the highest teen pregnancy rate in the state of Texas. To counteract this trend, Latinitas has joined the El Paso Teen Pregnancy Prevention Coalition, and we are partnering with the Teen Advisory Board at the University Medical Center to develop a series of youth-produced public service announcements on pregnancy prevention. We are also a planning team member for the upcoming Stay Teen event in May to encourage youth to enjoy their teen years and wait to become parents.

Girl Talk Series
Latinitas is offering a new series of FREE girl empowerment workshops in partnership with local schools, libraries, recreation centers, Girl Scout troops, churches and youth groups. These workshops focus on helping girls build confidence through creative expression with themes such as self-esteem, body image, leadership, goal setting, diversity, cultural pride, substance abuse prevention, bullying and wellness. These workshops are generously sponsored by the El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department. If you'd like to reserve a workshop for your group, contact Alicia Rascon at 239.5051 or latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com.

Model Search: Latinitas Photo Shoot - April 24

April 24 at 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Latin Rhythm Studio
11201 Armour Suite B
Girls Ages 13-18
Latinitas will be hosting a photo shoot for our upcoming magazine issue at Latin Rhythm Studio. We are recruiting girls ages 13 and over who are willing to volunteer as models and be part of this exciting event. Our magazine team is working on our next print issue of Teen Latinitas magazine with a focus on promoting wellness and fitness. Our models will participate in a Zumba workshop and pose for photographs. All you need to do is bring your workout clothes, water bottle, towel, tennis shoes, your dancing moves and energy. To sign up, contact Claudia at cnoliva@miners.utep.edu or 239.5051.

Global Youth Service Day: April 23-25

Latinitas has joined the international movement - Global Youth Service Day. This is the largest service event in the world and mobilizes millions of children and youth who improve their communities through service-learning. On GYSD, Latinitas members will help address the world’s most critical issues through youth-led community service projects.

Throughout the Spring semester, Latinitas has been leading the Amigas in Action Project, an initiative that engages members of our after-school programs in researching community needs, organizing volunteer projects to address these issues and creating media projects about their service learning experience as part of a public awareness campaign. Each Club Latinitas has directed a service project based on an issue they choose as well as an advocacy project to showcase their service learning experience. Hispanic girls in our clubs have also learned how to create multi-media projects through writing, photography, desktop publishing, graphic art, web design, film-making and audio production. Their multi-media public service announcements are aimed at helping raise community awareness of the issues they selected. Their written, photo, art, film, online or audio projects that will be distributed online, at schools and to the media.

Latinitas Spring Saturday Camps

April 17: 10-12pm @ Thomas Branigan Memorial Library (Las Cruces)
May 1: 10-12pm @ Thomas Branigan Memorial Library (Las Cruces)
May 8: 1-3pm @ Judge Marquez Public Library
May 15: 10-12pm @ Thomas Branigan Memorial Library (Las Cruces)

Girls in grades 4-8 are invited to explore ways to express themselves creatively through photos, writing, arts & crafts and film. The Latinitas Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). The Las Cruces Saturday Camps are hosted the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library (200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, New Mexico). To register, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, call 239.5051 or LatinitasMagazine.org.

Teen Media Academy Spring 2010

Find more photos like this on Latinitas

Teen Media Academy - March 15-19

Calling all aspiring female journalists and media producers. Latinitas is hosting a week-long Spring Break camp for high school girls with intensive instruction from media producers. As part of the camp, your work will be published on TeenLatinitas.com. During the camp, you will complete an article, photo essay, blog, audio podcast and a video broadcast. The cost for the week-long camp is $25 which covers supplies and snacks. A limited number of scholarships are available. Pre-registration is required. To RSVP, call 239.5051 or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com. To reserve your space, sign up on-line: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/102618

On March 15-19, 2010
Location: Latinitas Headquarters
(1359 Lomaland, El Paso, TX)
Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm

Teen Latinitas Writing Workshop - March 13

Teen girls are invited to learn how to express themselves creatively through writing. TeenLatinitas.com is the first digital magazine by and for Latina youth. Join us for a writing workshop and to learn more about how you can get published in this national award-winning online magazine. Members connect with college students and professional journalists for guidance in developing story ideas, conducting interviews, researching stories, writing articles, and editing content. This is a great opportunity for aspiring journalists to be published in a growing magazine and have their voice heard! Our group meets monthly the second Saturday of each month from 2-4pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Alicia Rascon at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, www.LatinitasMagazine.com or (915) 239.5051.

Saturday Camp - March 13

Girls in grades 4-8 are invited to connect with their creative side and explore ways to express themselves through multimedia in the Latinitas Saturday Camp. Our monthly workshops feature media enrichment activities using artwork, photography, poetry, audio and video. The Latinitas Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). Latinitas Saturday Camps are hosted by Latinitas, a grassroots group dedicated to empowering Latina youth to build confidence through creative self-expression. For more information, call 239.5051, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com

Peer Mentors Wanted

Would you like to mentor younger girls? We are currently recruiting high school female volunteers to serve as mentors in our weekly girl empowerment clubs. You can serve as a positive role model to encourage, motive and educate middle school girls. Our clubs are held on weekdays after school at various community sites. Mentors must be willing to volunteer 1-2 hours per week for an entire school semester. For more information, email volunteer@latinitasmagazine.org or latinitasaly@yahoo.com. Call 239.5051 for more details.

Teen Writers Wanted

Do you like to write? This is your opportunity to get published in a national award-winning magazine! TeenLatinitas.com is the first digital magazine by and for Latina teens. Join our team of reporters. As a magazine writer you will build your writing skills, meet professional editors and have your voice heard. We host monthly writing workshops the 2^nd Saturday of each month at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough) from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. We meet on the following dates: February 13, March 13, April 10 and May 8.

Teen Media Academy - March 15-19

This week-long Spring Break Camp for high schoolers offers intensive instruction from professional media producers. During the camp, girls will complete an article, photo essay, audio segment and a video broadcast. The cost is $25 for supplies. Pre-registration is required. The academy will take place March 15-19 from 9:30am to 4:30pm at 1359 Lomaland. To register, call 239.5051, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, or reserve your ticket on-line at:

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/102618

Teen Leadership Institute - February 27

Discover your leadership talents through our year-long leadership institute. A select group of high school girls will be chosen to participate in monthly leadership workshops to learn how they can become a strong voice for their community. Members will commit to monthly meetings to learn about civic engagement, develop leadership techniques, connect with community leaders, attend field trips and organize volunteer projects. The membership fee for the year-long program is $25. The deadline to apply is February 15^th. To apply, complete our online application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/623JRWT

For more information, email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com or call 239.5051. Our monthly workshops will take place on: Feb. 27, Mar. 27, Apr. 24, May 22, Jun. 26, Jul. 24, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov.20, Dec.4

Girl Talk Workshops

Latinitas is offering a new series of girl empowerment workshops in partnership with local schools, libraries, recreation centers, Girl Scout troops, churches and youth groups. These workshops focus on helping girls build confidence through creative expression with themes such as self-esteem, media awareness, body image, leadership, goal setting, healthy relationships, violence prevention, diversity, cultural pride, substance abuse prevention, bullying and wellness. If you'd like to reserve a workshop for your group, contact Alicia Rascon at 239.5051 or latinitasaly@yahoo.com.

Start Your Own Club

Latinitas is launching a new series of affiliate clubs throughout El Paso and the surrounding region in partnership with local volunteers, community centers, schools and nonprofits. You can start a club in your neighborhood. Each club must have at least one female adult sponsor and 5 members. Clubs meet at various community sites at least once per month. Clubs are intended for girls in grades 4-8^th. Latinitas provides a club leader training, club leader manual, supply starter kit, activity outlines and access to a lending library of equipment. To start a club, contact Alicia Rascon at latinitasaly@yahoo.com or call 239.5051.

Weekly After-School Programs

Latinitas partners with various libraries to offer after-school programs where girls gather weekly for creative expression lessons. Our girl empowerment programs help Hispanic girls build confidence and express themselves creatively.

Horizon Middle School Library (400 North Kenazo Dr.): Mondays 3:30 to 4:30pm (6-8 grade)

Judge Marquz Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough): Tuesdays 3:30 to 5:30pm (4-8 grade)

Clardy Fox Public Library (5515 Robert Alva): Tuesdays 3:30 to 5:30pm (4-8 grade)

Armijo Recreation Center (700 E. 7th St.): Thursdays 3:00 to 5:00pm (4-8 grade)

Memorial Park Public Library (3200 Copper): Thursdays 3:00 to 5:00pm (4-8 grade)

Ysleta Public Library (9321 Alameda): Fridays 4:00 to 6:00pm (4-8 grade)

Teen Writing Workshop - February 13

2:00 to 4:00pm
Judge Marquez Public Library
610 N. Yarbrough

Latinitas Magazine is seeking female high-school students, ages 14 to 18, interested in journalism to contribute to www.TeenLatinitas.com, the first digital magazine by and for Latina teens. Latinitas will host an orientation for junior reporters on February 13th. Latinitas is dedicated to creating greater Latina representation in the media by training the next generation of Latina media makers. Through our teen reporter program, young journalists are published in our webzine. Latinitas college editorial interns and professional journalists mentor and guide Latina high-school journalists in developing story ideas, conducting interviews, researching stories, writing articles, and editing content. Furthermore, junior reporters act as an editorial advisory group helping to advise Latinitas staff in making editorial decisions on the content for each issue and the direction of the magazine. This is a great opportunity for aspiring journalists to be published in a growing magazine and have their voice heard! We are looking for fresh ideas on all content related to Latina youth culture appropriate for high-school students. Latinitas is currently accepting applications from female high-school students who seek hands-on journalism experience. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Alicia Rascon at latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com, www.LatinitasMagazine.com or (915) 219.8554.

Latinitas SATURDAY CAMP - February 13

1:00pm to 3:00pm

Judge Marquez Public Library

610 N. Yarbrough

Girls Grades 4-8

Girls are invited to get in touch with their artistic side in the Latinitas Saturday Camp. Girls in grades 4-8 will explore ways to express themselves creatively by creating Valentine's Day crafts, friendship bracelets, writing friendship poems and taking photos. The Latinitas Saturday Camp series is hosted the 2^ndSaturday of every month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Judge Marquez Public Library (610 N. Yarbrough). Latinitas Saturday Camps are hosted by Latinitas, a grassroots group dedicated to empowering Latina youth to build confidence through creative self-expression. For more information, call 239.5051, visit www.LatinitasMagazine.org or email latinitaselpaso@yahoo.com