Meet Missy Mpati Husband, a Madison chef, Kulture Kitchen founder, and real estate agent who shares South African flavors, hospitality, and an entrepreneurial vision. With more than a decade of culinary experience, Missy Mpati Husband is growing Kulture Kitchen through South African flavors, creative dining experiences, and welcoming hospitality. Witness her story on Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Goodman Community Center from 3-7 PM

Francis Flores Ahumada is an administrative professional in Madison, Wisconsin. Originally from Peru, she studied journalism before coming to the United States in 2007. Her experience includes childcare, customer service, quality inspection, manufacturing and office administration. She currently works as an administrative assistant with the National Youth Advocate Program. Join her on Sunday, Nov 1 at the Goodman Community Center and witness her story in community.

Meet Milsa Nagaraj, Choosing a Future of Her Own. She is a Mexican immigrant and emergent nonprofit leader in Madison whose journey connects education, family, and the courage to ask for support. After years of balancing work and motherhood, Milsa Nagaraj invested in her education. Today, she brings that experience to serving her Madison community. Join us Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Goodman Community Center to hear her story and others. At 3 PM, we will have a community altar, an

Monica Weitzel's professional journey is connected by one purpose: helping people feel welcomed, valued, and part of something meaningful. Join her on Sunday, Nov 1, at the Goodman Community Center at 3 PM for the community altar and at 5 PM for our storytelling show and dinner.

After nearly 10 years in the same job, Luz Padilla returned to school and began building a new career in real estate. At 42, she is proving that it is never too late to begin again. Join her and the women of Midwest Mujeres on Sunday, Nov. 1 at 3 PM at the Goodman Community Center. These women have powerful stories to share with our community. American Dream through the eyes of women of the Americas.

This Latino Heritage Month, Midwest Mujeres celebrates 15 women whose stories bring leadership, culture, creativity, and new beginnings to life. What does the American Dream look like through the eyes of women from the Americas—and the communities they now call home? For the women of the 2026 Voices & Dreams Academy, that question holds many answers: building a business, returning to education, creating stability for family, finding community, or giving yourself permission

Midwest Mujeres Collective is all about empowering women through connection, education, and opportunity.

From cafecito with local Latina leaders to our annual Voices & Dreams Academy graduation (Sunday, November 1) and community Día de los Muertos altar, each event creates space to connect, honor our roots, and celebrate our stories.

Join Voices & Dreams Academy 2026, a bilingual leadership and storytelling program for Latina and Black women. Build confidence, amplify tu voz, and bring your dreams forward. Applications close September 1.

Turn your story into power. Midwest Mujeres invites you to join the Voices and Dreams Academy Apply now—our stories have value, and yours deserve to be heard. Show Date: Sunday, Nov 1 at the Goodman Community Center

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.

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.

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?"

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!