Latina Lens Features
Celebrating Latinas who inspire, lead, and uplift. Explore highlights from our latest issue.
Leading with Familia & Storytelling
In our newest issue of The Latina Lens, we’re honored to feature Dr. Mary Margaret Carrillo, Founder & CEO of the Latina Voices Institute.
From the familia that shaped her roots, to the mentors who opened doors, to the power of storytelling as a tool for leadership, Dr. Carrillo shares what it means to lead unapologetically as a Latina. 💜
📖 Her story reminds us: mentorship isn’t a one-way street, it’s a circle of giving, receiving, and growing together.
🔗 Read the full feature in the September issue of The Latina Lens: Embracing Familia, Mentorship, and Storytelling
Empowering Latinas Across Texas
Erica Marie Lopez leads with mentorship, community, and purpose as State Chair of the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas (HWNT), overseeing 10 chapters and inspiring the next generation of Latina leaders.
Recognized as a Latina of Influence by Hispanic Lifestyle magazine and a Woman of Distinction by TAMACC, Erica’s journey shows the lasting impact of mentorship—and how paying it forward can transform communities across Texas.
Get inspired by Erica’s story and mentorship insights in the September issue of The Latina Lens.
Mentorship, Boundaries, and Owning Your Voice
What does it take to own your voice truly, set boundaries, and help others rise with you? Linda Salazar has spent over 25 years discovering the answer through mentorship, leadership, and community impact. From shaping corporate training programs that reach learners across 96 countries to serving on city council, she has learned lessons that go far beyond titles or accolades.
🔗 Read her story exclusively in the September issue of Latina Lens.
College Conexión
Being a first-generation Latina college student is not just about earning a degree; it’s about carrying the dreams of a community and rewriting what’s possible.
In this section, we highlight the journeys of first-generation college students as they embark on this new chapter with courage, resilience, and a sense of pride.
Meet Veronica, who reminds us:
“I carry the dreams of my community with me, knowing that every step I take opens the door a little wider for those who come after me.”
Read her full story in the September issue of the Latina Lens.
