By Yamily Habib, Be Latina
When we say Latinas are breaking through in every industry, we mean every industry. Just look at the outstanding achievement of Twitch streamer Maria “Chica” Lopez, who has joined the icon series of Epic Games‘ popular game, Fortnite. Continue reading Maria ‘Chica’ Lopez Becomes the First Latina LBTQ+ Creator To Join Fortnite Icon Series
By Edwin Flores, NBC News
At age 9, Nalleli Cobo was experiencing asthma, body spasms, heart palpitations and nosebleeds so severe she needed to sleep in a chair to prevent herself from choking on her own blood. Continue reading Young L.A. Latina wins prestigious environmental prize
By Tshiamo Mobe, Global Citizen
Climate change is an issue that affects everyone on the planet but women and girls are the ones suffering its effects the most. Why? Because women and girls have less access to quality education and later, job opportunities. Continue reading 10 Women Scientists Leading the Fight Against the Climate Crisis
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The tech industry is filled with opportunities for women seeking new careers, but in a male-dominated field, it can be difficult to find them. Continue reading This tech titan shares her tips on how women can break into the industry
A fresh start is one of the gifts of a brand-new year, especially coming out of unprecedented times. If you’re looking to change up your career, here are some tips to help you revise your current resume and make the kind of impact you really hope for. Continue reading Formulating the Perfect STEM Resume for 2022
By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN
Deqa Dhalac saw it in their faces when she started campaigning. Continue reading A Maine city that’s 90% White now has a Somali mayor
By Deepa Shivaram, NPR
For the first time, a Black woman will live and work on the International Space Station, starting in April of next year. Continue reading Jessica Watkins will be the first Black woman to live and work on the space station
By Amy Cheng, Washington Post
Lego, the world’s largest toymaker, has pledged to eliminate gender stereotypes from its products — including labeling that marks toys as “for girls” or “for boys” — as part of a bid to match the wishes of its young customers. Continue reading Lego pledges to make toys more gender-neutral and eliminate stereotypes after global survey
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, collectively known as STEM make up the fastest-growing and highest paid fields in the U.S. with diverse job opportunities in careers ranging from aerospace engineers, programmer to operations director, yet Latinas only account for 3% of the industry. Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month: Two Latinas are working together to create a pipeline of diversity in STEM
Professional Woman’s Magazine recently spoke with Ashley Mehta, chairwoman, CEO and president of Nolij Consulting, a woman-owned, solutions-focused healthcare IT company that specializes in Continue reading We Asked, She Answered: Ashley Mehta, President & CEO, Nolij Consulting
