AUSTIN, Texas— International Women’s Day is this weekend, but one Austin nonprofit is dedicated to empowering young women all year long.

Sierra Waggoner sat down with Gabriela from Latinitas to share how the organization is helping girls build confidence, leadership skills, and hands-on STEM experience.

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Sierra Waggoner sat down with Gabriela from Latinitas to share how the organization is helping girls build confidence, leadership skills, and hands-on STEM experience.

“We are a local education nonprofit organization. We’ve been operating in the community for over two decades, and we have a mission to empower girls and their communities through culturally relevant education,” Gabriela explained.

One exciting upcoming event is Latin Startup Chica, happening April 11th at the Ann Richards School. “Girls are going to spend the day building a business that addresses a sustainability issue in their community. They’ll work with mentors, pitch their businesses, and begin to realize that their ideas have real power in this world. This is such a great thing,” Gabriela said.

One exciting upcoming event is Latin Startup Chica, happening April 11th at the Ann Richards School. “Girls are going to spend the day building a business that addresses a sustainability issue in their community. They’ll work with mentors, pitch their businesses, and begin to realize that their ideas have real power in this world. This is such a great thing,” Gabriela said.

Latinitas offers a variety of programs including afterschool clubs, summer camps, and conferences designed to spark curiosity and skill-building in areas like science, engineering, and entrepreneurship. “We have a number of themed summer camps from Science Chica to Engineer Chica. All of our programs are different ways for girls to engage hands-on with STEM learning and career exploration,” Gabriela said.

Latinitas offers a variety of programs including afterschool clubs, summer camps, and conferences designed to spark curiosity and skill-building in areas like science, engineering, and entrepreneurship. “We have a number of themed summer camps from Science Chica to Engineer Chica. All of our programs are different ways for girls to engage hands-on with STEM learning and career exploration,” Gabriela said.

Latinitas offers a variety of programs including afterschool clubs, summer camps, and conferences designed to spark curiosity and skill-building in areas like science, engineering, and entrepreneurship. “We have a number of themed summer camps from Science Chica to Engineer Chica. All of our programs are different ways for girls to engage hands-on with STEM learning and career exploration,” Gabriela said.

Confidence and representation are at the heart of the organization’s mission. Gabriela noted, “Confidence grows when girls see themselves reflected in the curriculum and their opportunities. So we are not just teaching STEM. We are making sure girls understand their connection to their school, their community, and the world around them. When a girl realizes, ‘I can do this, I belong here,’ everything changes. She’s going to move forward with her education and career and contribute meaningfully to her community.”

“We are a local education nonprofit organization. We've been operating in the community for over two decades, and we have a mission to empower girls and their communities through culturally relevant education,” Gabriela explained.

“We are a local education nonprofit organization. We’ve been operating in the community for over two decades, and we have a mission to empower girls and their communities through culturally relevant education,” Gabriela explained.

For those looking to support Latinitas, there are multiple ways to get involved. “The best way to support our girls is to invest in their opportunities. People can volunteer their time working directly with our students, participate in team-building activities as volunteer groups, or give back through donations, which help make our programming accessible to more students,” Gabriela shared.

One exciting upcoming event is Latin Startup Chica, happening April 11th at the Ann Richards School. “Girls are going to spend the day building a business that addresses a sustainability issue in their community. They’ll work with mentors, pitch their businesses, and begin to realize that their ideas have real power in this world. This is such a great thing,” Gabriela said.

Looking ahead to International Women’s Day, Gabriela added, “It’s fitting that International Women’s Day is about celebrating the achievements of women because, as a Latina US-based nonprofit, we are really helping to ensure the next generation of women realize their potential.”

Looking ahead to International Women’s Day, Gabriela added, “It’s fitting that International Women’s Day is about celebrating the achievements of women because, as a Latina US-based nonprofit, we are really helping to ensure the next generation of women realize their potential.”

Looking ahead to International Women’s Day, Gabriela added, “It’s fitting that International Women’s Day is about celebrating the achievements of women because, as a Latina US-based nonprofit, we are really helping to ensure the next generation of women realize their potential.”

Girl Power in Action: Latinitas Inspires Young Leaders in Austin!

Girl Power in Action: Latinitas Inspires Young Leaders in Austin!

For more information about Latinitas, their programs, and how to get involved, visit their website or follow them on social media.

For more information about Latinitas, their programs, and how to get involved, visit their website or follow them on social media.

For more information about Latinitas, their programs, and how to get involved, visit their website or follow them on social media.