Movida
where cultura creates change.
building a movimiento in the Midwest where Latinos are the architects of their own futur0.
We are
19%
of the U.S.
Population
We are
15%
of the U.S.
Electorate
And rising
Yet, our country is constantly discovering us, especially here in the Midwest.
But we are here, defying limits, forjando nuestro destino.
We're breaking down barriers and building bridges between Latinos and the political and economic systems that overlook us.
We are connecting Latino talent to power, amplifying our voices, and celebrating our unique ability to create and sustain movidas.
unidos, rompemos barrera, construimos puentes.
* Design and Illustration:
Anjali Nair
The MOvida Initiative is multi-dimensional
Revealing, building, and amplifying Latino power through interconnected efforts in research, media, cultura, organizing, and entrepreneurship.
Revelar Lab
Studies midwest latinos identity and agency.
Movida Práctica
Strengthens latino capacity to organize and exercise power.
Estudio Movida
create, share, and amplify latino stories and contributions.
community centers
cultivates leadership and belonging.
¿WHY Movidas?
Movidas are our collective ability to take charge of our lives, forge our own paths, and create a brighter future despite uncertainty
Listen to Founder Arianna Genis’s Tedx Talk about the role Latinos and movidas Will play in shaping our future.
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For press and Partnership inquiries, please reach out to movida@MOVIDAINITIATIVE.COM.