“Diversity is not a new concept, however, we still continually struggle to acknowledge it in ways that are respectful and empowering to all. It is only through the sharing of stories, genuine representation, and the pursuit of education that we will truly bridge the gaps between us and thrive not in spite of our diversity,…
The challenge of telling and sharing the diverse stories in America today is the theme of part two of our Radio Palacio interview with José Luis Valenzuela, Artistic Director of the Latino Theater Company and the Los Angeles Theatre Center. José Luis Valenzuela is a Distinguished Professor and Head of the MFA Directing program at UCLA’s School…
“Olusade Green is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in English at Amherst College. As a young reader, she identified with brave and adventurous protagonists such as Katniss Everdeen and Nancy Drew but wondered, “Where are the black girl heroines?” Sade became passionate about social justice at an early age. During high school, Sade…
This week is Year One of Palacio Magazine. A year of telling Latino stories that matter. I remember when the first fresh copies of the glossy 32-page magazine were delivered. It was the Leadership issue. Mayor Robert Garcia was on the cover. Ten thousand copies, 200 in each box. Fifty boxes. The months of planning,…