National Latina Day - Celebrating Latina Innovators in Tech HH
As we honor National Latina Day, we also want to recognize, honor, and celebrate the Latinas that are working in the tech industry.
This day is set aside to honor the drive, accomplishment, and beneficial economic impact of Latina Innovators in Tech in our City of Houston, who continue supporting and inspiring the next generation Houston’s young Latina STEM leaders.
AGENDA
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM Networking & "Womxn of Tomorrow" Art Curation by Artist Jatziri Barron
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Welcome & Intros, Speakers
4:30 PM to 5:30 PM More Networking
5:30 PM Close
Every year since 2015, National Latina Day has been celebrated on August 20. The Latina Day celebration shines a light on all Latinas who are making a difference and achieving all of their goals. Whether it is at home, in schools or simply embracing other women’s femininity.
Dolores Castillad, a Latina based in Texas, created this day specifically for Latinas to show their pride and be recognized for their significant contributions to society
"Womxn of Tomorrow" is an all-female exhibition presented by Jatziri Barron in commemoration of National Latina Day. The exhibit welcomes people of all ages and background and invites them to appreciate the work of 4 women with a strong presence in Houston's art scene.
Jatziri Barron is a Mexican visual artist and muralist currently based in Houston, TX that passionately uses her art as a powerful medium to advocate for the celebration of cultural identity, diversity, and the unification of communities. Curator and organizer of the series of exhibits “Womxn of Tomorrow” that support Houston Womxn Talent.