On National Women’s History Month, I would like to take honor 3 Latinas who demonstrated persistence to achieve their goals and make a difference in their communities. As the immigrant mother of two Latina girls, these remarkable women have provided me with a source of strength for the days when parenting feels tough, super tough.
Raising children in the #MeToo, #TimesUp and #NeverAgain era is not for the faint of heart. It can be overwhelming. In fact, it has actually stolen many hours of my sleep. However, I have been inspired by Latina women who also faced difficulty in their paths and nevertheless persisted. Their stories have helped me to keep moving forward with hope and determination.
Honoring Latinas Who Didn’t Give Up
Dolores Huerta
For more than 40 years, Dolores Huerta has been fighting for the Latinos and women who have suffered unfair treatment. As the co-founder of the National Farmworkers Association, she led the civil rights and labor movements in California. It was Dolores Huerta who came out with the slogan, “Sí Se puede” (Yes We Can), which has pushed many of us to persist and work towards our goals.
Sonia Sotomayor
As the first Latina to be the Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor overcame obstacles of sexism and racism. She has worked for the marginalized populations and rights of people of color. Throughout her career, Sonia Sotomayor became the voice of those who couldn’t speak up and overcame every difficulty she’s had to endure.
Emma Gonzalez
Although she is only 17 years-old, her wisdom, courage, and determination are provoking changes in the U.S. as we speak. I am in awe of her for using the power of her voice to demand action. Emma is shaping America’s future, and her persistence has ignited a well needed revolution.
Which women’s stories have helped you to keep moving forward with hope and determination?
Related Posts
3 Reasons Why We Celebrate Women’s History Month
Why Boys Should be Celebrating Women’s History Month
Celebrating Women’s History Month – Activity Printables
Join us for our annual Women’s History Month series, celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of women around the world! Don’t miss our series from last year, 2016 and 2015, and find even more posts on our Women’s History board on Pinterest:
Follow Multicultural Kid Blogs’s board Women’s History on Pinterest.
Hispanic Mama on Multicultural Kid Blogs: 3 Latinas Who Nevertheless Persisted
March 5
Mommy Evolution
March 6
Colours of Us
March 7
Discovering the World Through My Son’s Eyes
March 8
Creative World of Varya
March 12
Crafty Moms Share
March 13
Let the Journey Begin
March 15
Melibelle in Tokyo
March 19
Madh Mama on Multicultural Kid Blogs
March 20
Kampuchea Crossings
March 27
A Crafty Arab
March 29
Family in Finland
March 30
Mama Tortuga
Don’t miss our Women’s History Month Activity Printables, on sale now!
Latest posts by Linda (see all)
- 4 Traditions You Need To Know About Day of The Dead in Latin America - October 15, 2018
- 3 Latinas Who Nevertheless Persisted - March 2, 2018
- Language Courses for Children {Language Together Review} - October 12, 2016