Program listing coming soon

Build Skills + Embrace Your Latinx Culture

Location: Virtual and In-Person
Who should attend: Latinas 12+ can join. See session details for age requirements.
Cost: Free to attend

Benefits:

• Build job-ready skills

• Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance  for all sessions that can be used in resumes or college applications

• Network with Latina professionals

• Build confidence and leadership skills
  
  

Summer / Fall 2025

We're seeking Latina Ambassadors to lead workshops on digital citizenship. 

Time:  TBD
Location: Virtual and in-person
Who should participate: Latinas  ages 12+ , Moms and Latina Educators
Requirements: You'll need a laptop with WiFi access, access to transportation
Cost: Free to participate

To make the most of the Internet, we need to be prepared to make smart decisions. Be Internet Awesome teaches kids the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety so they can explore the online world with confidence.

Latina Ambassadors will work with community organizations to help youth and seniors learn how to protect themselves when online, learn to spot online scams, and set up secure social media accounts. We are partnering with Google for Education to facilitate workshops using the Be Internet Awesome Curriculum.

What you will gain:

• Learn how to present the Be Internet Awesome curriculum

• Get Google / Be Internet Awesome swag

• Receive a stipend for presenting

• Develop presentation and communication skills

• Build confidence and leadership skills

• Learn how to be safe and confident explorers of the online world

• Develop media literacy and digital citizenship skills

All event resources are free to all participants that register. 

✔ March 5 - 6, 2024

Event recap

Time:  9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Google Offices, Austin, Texas
Who should attend: Latinas  ages 12 - 25
Language: English
Cost: Free to attend

Join us at the Google offices in Austin for two full days of building 21st century skills with Google Workspace for Education tools. 

What you will learn:

• Learn how to create, collaborate and problem solve through various hands-on activities

• Network with Latinas in technology, education, and arts 

• Explore Google Workspace, Adobe Express, social platforms, and more

All event resources are free to all participants that register. 

✔ Wednesday, September 15

Time:  6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual
Who should attend: Latinas  ages 12+ , Moms and Latina Educators
Requirements: You'll need a device with WiFi access (laptop / computer recommended)
Cost: Free to attend

To make the most of the Internet, kids need to be prepared to make smart decisions. Be Internet Awesome teaches kids the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety so they can explore the online world with confidence.

What you will learn:

• Learn how to be safe and confident explorers of the online world with Interland

• Create guidelines about what kind of communication is (and isn’t) appropriate

• Parents get access to the Family Guide - this guide will help you and your kids discuss, learn, and think about online safety together.

All event resources are free to all participants that register. 

✔ Saturday Sessions in October

Time:  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST)
Location: Virtual via Google Meet
Who should attend: Latinas  ages 15+
Requirements: You'll need a laptop with WiFi access
Cost: Free to attend

Google's Applied Digital Skills curriculum consists of courses and lessons designed to build digital literacy and job-ready skills. In this workshop series, you will learn how to use digital tools like Google Sites for creating a digital portfolio, Google Sheets for creating a budget, and Google Slides for creating professional presentations. We will also cover tips on dressing for the part and makeup looks, as well as how to project your voice and articulate your point of view. In our College Readiness session, we will cover how to leverage the use of Google tools to create a plan for applying to schools and build a portfolio to showcase your skills. Our final session will dive into the role our digital footprint plays in both our personal and professional lives. Register to join us virtually every Saturday in October.

Sessions:

• October 9 - Financial Planning / Creating a Budget

• October 16 - Presentation Skills

• October 23 - College Readiness

• October 30 - Understand Your Digital Footprint

• TBD - Marketing Yourself: Designing your portfolio, communication & makeup tips

All event workshops and resources are free to all participants that register. 

✔ Saturday, November 13

Time:  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST)
Location: 616 E. Jefferson St, Brownsville, Texas 78523
Who should attend: Latinas  (ages 12 and up)
Cost: Free to attend

During this session, we will dive into building a presentation from scratch. 

Come learn how to:  

• access Gmail

• use Google Drive

• create presentations in Google Slides

All event workshops and resources are free to all participants that register. 

This session will be bilingual (support in English and Spanish)

✔ Saturday, December 18

Time:  9:30 AM (CST)
Location: 616 E. Jefferson St, Brownsville, Texas 78523
Who should attend: Latinas  ages 12+
Cost: Free to attend*

Mexican sweets are diverse in their textures, flavors, and colors.  Among the many notable pan dulces and galletas, Mexican hot chocolate, dulce de coco, and Mexican wedding cookies are some favorites.  During this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to make some of these treats from scratch. We will explore the history of these treats, identify the ingredients, and create digital content for helping educate others on the traditions of our culture. Take home some holiday treats and ornaments to share with your family. 

Workshop Objectives:

• Learn more about your cultural heritage

• Learn photography tips and best practices

• Learn to use the photo light box, ring light, and photo apps

• Learn to create professional websites

All event workshops, meals (at the event), and resources are free to all participants that register.

*Additional costs like travel and accommodations to and from the event are the responsibility of each participant. 

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