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This Election, Pon tu Granito de Arena
Every day we wonder if things could get any worse. For so many across our communities, it does. Trump is clear that the elections are a referendum on his agenda and tactics; he’s aggressively making his closing arguments and touting…
Miami Escuelita: Aprendizaje Across Generations
We are so excited for our intergenerational panel at the Miami Escuelita for Latinx changemakers this weekend September 29-30! Here’s a preview of the poderosas that will be sharing time and experience with us. Rosa Alicia Clemente is an organizer,…
Lanzate 2018: San Antonio, Texas
On December 1st and 2nd, 2018, we are excited to gather once again, this time in San Antonio, Texas, for the third Lánzate convening. Right on time. Lánzate 2018 marks our largest, national gathering since Trump took office. It will…
Boston Escuelita: Aprendizaje Across Generations
We are so excited for our Elders Panel at the Boston Escuelita for Latinx changemakers this weekend July 21-22! Here’s a preview of the poderosxs that will be sharing time and experience with us. Check out the full agenda aquí…
Escuelitas Are Back For 2018!
WHAT ARE ESCUELITAS? Last summer, we held our first series of Mijente Escuelitas for members and potential members to deepen our analysis, grow our skills, and strengthen the community of Latinx changemakers who can take on the attacks of our…
Mijente Responds to “Extreme and Retaliatory” Charges Against ‘Zero Tolerance’ Protesters Arrested During Yesterday’s Day of Action
Yesterday, 10 protesters were arrested for participating in a peaceful civil disobedience during the #FreeOurFuture Day of Action in downtown San Diego. The action was intended to send the message that people around the nation are demanding the abolition of…
Mijente Principles of Unity
EnglishEspañolPortuguês These are our Mijente Principles, to help us remember and guide us in struggle. 1. We are Latinx and Chicanx people that are part of movements for justice and self-determination for all people. We are pro-Black, pro-indigena, pro-worker, pro-mujer, pro-Lesbian Gay,…
Safety & Travel Tips for San Diego #FreeOurFuture
Nothing here should be taken as legal advice. Consult a trusted attorney for information specific to your case. Jump to specific sections: A NOTE FROM MIJENTE We are excited about the actions taking place in San Diego this July 2nd,…
Leading Latinx Racial Justice Organization Releases “Free Our Future” Policy Platform in Wake of War Waged Against Immigrants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Monica Trevino, 773-573-8667 / [email protected] Leading Latinx Racial Justice Organization Releases “Free Our Future” Policy Platform in Wake of War Waged Against Immigrants Policy Calls for Full-Scale Decriminalization of Immigration Today, Mijente, a national Latinx organization…