Welcome to the #ThrowbackThursday of the Midwest Mujeres' annual storytelling event:
**Yo Quiero Dinero 2024**, beautifully captured by Beyond Words Productions at the MyArts Theater in Madison, WI.
This event is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience of our comunidad, made possible by the unwavering support of our familia, supporters, donors, and community.
We couldn't do this transformative work without you.
A special thank you to Summit Credit Union for their transformational support, propelling our movement to close the gender wage gap by building awareness through storytelling.
At Midwest Mujeres, we believe that through storytelling, individuals can find liberation and achieve financial growth.
Join us in celebrating these stories of empowerment and be inspired to take action toward financial independence and gender equity.
Midwest Mujeres ~ Closing the gender wage gap one story at a time!
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Yo Quiero Dinero!
It might be the last day of National Hispanic Heritage Month, but Midwest Mujeres will continue to share stories of immigrants, migrants, and workers who sacrifice everything, including their health, to provide for their families, as well as women who face the gender wage gap. In June of this year, the Midwest Mujeres Collective released a memorable show about the stories of closing the gender wage gap.
Yo Quiero Dinero! is a final assessment of our Take the Mic accelerator program. The six women underwent intensive five-week training in public speaking, mindfulness, storytelling, and writing their narratives. Then, they had to pitch their story on stage for everyone!
Thanks to our families and amazing board, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters!
Big ups to MyArts theater, Johnathan Delgado for their stage management, Gregg Potter for being our performance coach, Jamie Perez for this beautiful video! Could not have done this without this year's coaches: Prenicia Clifton, CPG, Karen Garcia, Qiana Holmes, Takeyla K. Benton, and Miriam Hall!!
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Remember When We Made Money Moves? 💸
Throwback to one of the most powerful and inspiring events we've ever hosted at Midwest Mujeres—the I Want Money | We Deserve Money workshop! This event was a game-changer for everyone who attended. Let’s relive the magic! ✨
🎤 Here’s What Went Down:
Empowerment Through Finances: We gathered to learn how to attract more money and take control of our financial futures. The energy in the room was electric!
Fashion Forward: Attendees got top-notch fashion tips to elevate their style and confidence. Because looking good is part of feeling empowered!
Networking Like a Pro: We didn’t just talk money—we connected, shared stories, and built a strong network of like-minded women. Connections that will last a lifetime!
A Historic First: For the first time in Midwest Mujeres history, we hosted a workshop entirely in Spanish, catering specifically to our Spanish-speaking community. The incredible Adriana Laitano, founder of Reinventarse sin Reventarse, led the charge with passion and wisdom.
And the best part? All of this empowerment and knowledge was shared for just $10 per person! Latinas, Black women, and entrepreneurs came together, and we made magic happen. 💫
Stay Tuned: We’re just getting started! Keep an eye out for more life-changing events from Midwest Mujeres. We’re here to empower, inspire, and connect you to the resources you need to thrive. www.midwestmujeres.com/event
Midwest Mujeres ~ Closing the gender wage gap one story at a time!
www.midwestmujeres.com/
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In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, I reflect on the stories that shaped my childhood. Like many, I grew up with Disney fairy tales of Cinderella, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty, but these tales felt far from the experiences shared by mí Mamá, abuelita and mis tias.
They told me of La Virgincita, La Llorona y Maria Magdalena and other stories deeply connected to our heritage, religion, and history. Yet, despite how much I read, I never found their stories in the textbooks I studied.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder that, like our stories, our contributions are vast but often unrecognized in mainstream media, in our streets, and in education.
Storytelling is a powerful act of spirit sharing, and this month, we invite you to honor the voices and histories that have long gone unheard.
Read our stories, learn our history—not just here, but across our ancestral lands.
We are culture.
We are energy.
We are hope.
¡Viva La Gente!
¡Viva La Raza!
¡Viva El Pueblo!
