Join us in celebrating our Comadres Accomplishments, Community Service and Book News. This is a wonderful way to start the New Year with Comadres Leading the Way!
NOTE: This list is for promotional purposes only and not intended as an endorsement of any kind.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS & COMMUNITY SERVICE
Vibiana Aparicio-Chamberlin (Los Angeles, CA) – was appointed Pasadena Library Commissioner by Mayor Victor Gordo. Vibiana is also a friend and volunteer at the Pasadena Public Library, where she is a bilingual children’s storyteller and puppeteer. She is on the board of the 50th Chicano Moratorium Scholarship Committee, which raised money for eight scholarships for graduating students of East Los Angeles College. And, Vibiana has built several altars for deceased community members including the 30 who died in the Altadena Fires.
Andrea Arroyo (New York, NY) -- Participated in the Guadalajara International Book Fair conferences, engaging in meaningful conversations about art, freedom of expression, and the vital role of women artists.
Elsa Prado (Oak Lawn, IL) – was recognized by Cook County as an Influential Woman. Elsa is a certified Spanish interpreter and translator with 20+ years of experience serving Cook County and healthcare settings. She is also an active volunteer with organizations addressing domestic violence, child welfare and social justice. Watch the recognition video here.
Nancy Salazar (Washington DC) -- Passed her certification program and is now a certified Paralegal!
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COMADRE AUTHORS
Elizabeth (Lisa) Liang (Los Angeles, CA) – produced
an award-winning film entitled, ALIEN CITIZEN: AN EARTH ODYSSEY. It’s an oldie, but goodie and very relevant
today. Learn more at https://aliencitizensoloshow.
Carmen Peña (Nutley, NJ) – Her book, Latina Rise: Step Into Your Divine Destiny with Faith, Love, & Purpose, is about faith-centered leadership and personal growth. The book is also available in Spanish, Latina Rise: De El Paso Hacia Tu Destino Divino Con Fe, Amor, Y Proposito. Both books available on amazon. Learn more at www.latinarise.org.
Mireya Perez-Bustillo (Brooklyn, NY) – was a featured poet at the Calypso Muse Reading Series on January 8 at Gladys Books & Wine in Brooklyn, NY.
Nimia Ramos Beauchamp (San Juan, PR) – published a crossword puzzle book entitled, MUCH ABOUT YOGA X-WORD PUZZLE: AN ANCESTRAL HEALING SCIENCE. Book is available on www.lulu.com/shop/. Learn more about Nimia at www.APYArte.com.
Congratulations to all !
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