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Latina Women at Yale

Diversity and Representation (Yale College RSO) - Cultural, Food/Culinary, Health/Wellness, Leadership, Service/Volunteering, Social, La Casa Affiliate Org, Cultural: Mixed Race, Yale College Student Org

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Victoria Gasca, Xitlali Montoya-Hernandez, Carla Becerra Sabrera, Email group officers

Mission
Latina Women at Yale (LWAY) is dedicated to fostering a strong, inclusive community for Latina women across all intersectionalities on campus. Our goal is to create a supportive space where members can connect, share experiences, and celebrate our diverse backgrounds and identities. Through bi-weekly dinners, taco nights, mixers, and other community-building events, we strive to empower Latina women and cultivate meaningful relationships that extend beyond Yale.

Membership Benefits
Community Building
- Be part of a close-knit, supportive community of Latina women who share similar cultural backgrounds and experiences.
- Access to exclusive events such as bi-weekly dinners, taco nights, mixers, craft nights, and more to foster meaningful connections.
Cultural Empowerment
- Celebrate and explore Latina heritage and intersectional identities through cultural events, discussions, and activities.
- Opportunity to participate in cultural initiatives on campus, elevating the visibility of Latina experiences at Yale.
Personal and Professional Development
- Engage in mentorship opportunities, both peer-to-peer and with alumni, to support academic, professional, and personal growth.
- Gain access to workshops, talks, and networking events aimed at empowering Latina women in leadership roles.
Wellness and Support
- Participate in wellness initiatives and mental health support activities, designed specifically for Latina women navigating academic and social life at Yale.
- A safe space to share challenges and seek advice on balancing intersectional identities within the university setting.
Advocacy and Representation
- Be part of advocacy efforts to amplify the voices and experiences of Latina women at Yale, contributing to initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion, and equity.
- Collaborate with other student organizations on campus to further the mission of intersectional representation.
Events and Networking
- Access to members-only gatherings, including casual mixers, study groups, and collaboration with other student affinity groups.
- Opportunity to attend off-campus retreats external networking events with Latina professionals.

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