Mujeres Latinas en Acción: : A Story 50 years in the Making
Join us for a special screening of Mujeres Latinas en Acción: A Story 50 years in the Making. The film tells the story of Mujeres Latinas en Acción, the longest-standing Latina-led organization in the country. The story is unique to Chicago’s Latina population when Mujeres’ pioneers came together to help Latinas as they struggled to survive, heal, and lead. It demonstrates the triumph of women—working together to build from a place of strength and heart. This screening with conclude with a Q&A.
About Mujeres Latinas en Acción
Mujeres Latinas en Acción (Mujeres), a bilingual/bicultural agency, empowers Latinas by providing services which reflect their values and culture and being and advocate on the issues that make a difference in their lives.
Founded in 1973, Mujeres is the longest standing incorporated Latina organization in the nation. Over the years Mujeres has developed a comprehensive array of social services and advocacy initiatives that promote non-violence, reproductive health and leadership development.
Mujeres has transformed the lives of thousands of women and families over the past 50 years.