This is an engaging and informative Resume and Cover Letter Writing with Madison College, is designed to equip you with the essential skills to create compelling job application materials. Whether you are entering the job market for the first time, seeking a career change, or looking to enhance your existing application documents, this class is tailored to meet your needs.

For some women, the dream is surviving discrimination and refusing to let it define them. For others, it is creating opportunities for the next generation that they never had themselves. Join Voices & Dreams Academy and create your story and impact your community.

**Excerpt:** As we celebrate Pride Month, Midwest Mujeres honors the resilience and contributions of LGBTQ+ communities across the Americas. In this guest blog, Emiliano Vera explores Mexico's long history as a refuge for people fleeing oppression—from freedom seekers escaping slavery to LGBTQ+ individuals seeking safety, belonging, and opportunity. Discover the historical connections between Juneteenth, Pride, immigration, and the enduring search for freedom.

When we started, we set out to break the isolation of Latinas living in the Midwest. Today, we are building something even bigger: a community where women can find connection, joy, rest, leadership, opportunity, and belonging.

Midwest Mujeres hosted a Spanish-language workshop on Alzheimer's and dementia caregiving for Latino families. Learn about warning signs, caregiving strategies, local resources, and community support available in Madison, Wisconsin.

We would like to invite you to a very important workshop for our families: Alzheimer and Other Dementias: The Role of Family. This workshop will be in Spanish. A bilingual buddy system will be available. Thursday, May 28, at 5 PM at the Midwest Mujeres offices. This Spanish-language space was created for families, caregivers, and individuals who want to learn more about the signs of Alzheimer’s, caregiving strategies, and the resources available for our community.

Immigration attorney Alayna Connolly shares four essential immigration rights facts every family should know. Learn why legal representation matters, how unaccompanied minors may qualify for special protections, and why trusted community organizations like Midwest Mujeres help immigrant families access accurate information, support, and resources in Wisconsin.

We teach women how to shape their lived experiences into powerful, structured narratives. Midwest Mujeres is more than an organization; we are a community rooted in storytelling, healing, and economic empowerment.

The Midwest Mujeres Collective is a shining example of how mentorship can be structured to maximize impact. This organization is dedicated to Latina and other Black and Brown women entrepreneurs, providing a space where mentorship is accessible, culturally relevant, and empowering.

Menopause is a natural phase in every woman’s life—but for Latinas, it’s layered with culture, silence, strength, and lately… a little bit of viral joy. As we navigate this transition, understanding our bodies and our cultural practices—like pláticas (heart-centered conversations)—can make all the difference. At Midwest Mujeres, we don’t just “manage symptoms”… we hold space, tell truth, and transform together.

My personal journey of becoming a founder might have begun from a place of sadness or rejection, but that was just the spark. I found hope in the stories of other women. When I began to share my story, they shared mine. I could not help but think, "If I'm learning from you, what could others learn? What inspiration would other people get?"

Chingona means a woman who is intelligent, fearless, and can get things done! Mujeres/Women are now taking the word to mean a universal way to become the best version of who you are, without discounting your roots, history, and culture!

Are you ready to take your business and personal finances to the next level? I know I am! Financial growth is not just about making more money; it’s about building a strong foundation that supports your dreams and ambitions. One of the most powerful ways to unlock this growth is by participating in financial growth workshops designed specifically for Latina and other Black and Brown women entrepreneurs. These workshops offer practical tools, inspiring stories, and a supporti

Financial skill development is more than just learning how to balance a checkbook or create a budget. It’s about mastering the money mindset, understanding investment opportunities, and making strategic decisions.

I know firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate the financial world, but with the right strategies, mindset, and tools, you can build a thriving business and secure your economic future. Today, I want to share practical, actionable financial success strategies that will help you grow your business, close the wage gap, and create lasting wealth for your community. Sign up for our upcoming workshop on Feb 12!

As Midwest Mujeres closes our first year as an official nonprofit, we’re reflecting on the women who shaped this journey — women like Stephanie Habeck and Georgina Guerrero Hernandez, whose stories remind us why this work exists. Stephanie, a cosmetologist and owner of Stephanie’s Chair, joined Yo Quiero Dinero while navigating the everyday realities of rent, bills, and survival. She came for business support, but what she found was community — a place where her voice was val

Post-event blog on our impact and community testimonials

Creating Confident Smiles and Stronger Futures for All. Joanna Roldan embodies quiet strength and determination. As a dental assistant student, she’s learning that oral health care is about more than perfect teeth—it’s about teamwork, empathy, and confronting internal bias. Her path reflects the resilience of a young woman of color who has learned to work twice as hard to reach her goals. Watch her story at our show on Sat. Nov. 8th at the MyArts Theater.

Francelia Lara's story is one of service, commitment, and community transformation. Through her workshops and mentorship, she helps women build confidence and capacity as educators and caregivers, ensuring that every child’s early experiences are filled with care, culture, and connection. Discover her lessons as a child care provider and what keeps her hope in the next generation.

With every project, Jo Fernandez helps individuals and families declutter their homes and their hearts, creating environments that support mental wellness and ease. For Jo, cleaning is not just a task — it’s an act of care, a ritual of restoration. Come on Sat. Nov 8th and learn from her story of reinvention and finding meaning in her life.