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

Where Self-Love Begins: Stephanie Habeck’s Chair as a Space for Transformation Stephanie Habeck is the owner and operator of Stephanie’s Chair, a salon where beauty meets belonging. With over 20 years of experience behind the chair, Stephanie has created more than a business — she’s built a refuge. Join her and others on Sat. Nov 8th at the MyArts Theater, at 4 PM.

Georgina Guerrero embodies the resilience of Latina motherhood and the entrepreneurial spirit of her community. A dedicated secretary, daycare teacher, and local businesswoman, Georgina balances many roles with grace and determination. Discover her story on Saturday, Nov 8 at 4 PM at the MyArts theater

“Simplified Finances Where You Are - On All Levels" Every day, Aida helps business owners make sense of money and overcome the barriers of bookkeeping. Aida Leflore is an Afro-Cuban American accountant and entrepreneur, founder of Leflore Accounting Services LLC in Madison, Wisconsin. With over a decade of professional experience, she supports individuals, nonprofits, and businesses in achieving financial stability and peace of mind. Join her on Nov 8 at the MyArts Theater

We are a month out for our annual event, Yo Quiero Dinero, which is on Saturday, November 8, at the MyArts theater, starting at 4 PM.

Latina Pay Day is about raising awareness. The gender and racial wage gap is not only impacting families’ potential to pursue higher education, purchase property, or invest in savings. There are everyday necessities–groceries, rent, and school supplies–that Latina mothers, who earn 53% less than white fathers, have a more difficult time affording. 

We made a bold move to create this Mental Health Guide for Latino Families in Wisconsin, for our followers who are allies and for other Latinas y Latinos. There is so much fear in our community right now. Immigration raids, hateful rhetoric, and hostility are not abstract—they come from neighbors, co-workers, sometimes even people in our own families. You have every right to be angry. You have every right to be hurt.

Across the United States, Latino communities are living under a form of psychological warfare. Every day, we are inundated with images and stories of Brown people being stopped, questioned, and detained by ICE—often without regard to their citizenship or immigration status. We have witnessed U.S. citizens harassed, wrongfully detained, and placed under surveillance simply for being Latino.

Join Midwest Mujeres Thursday, August 28 at 6 PM CST on Zoom for our monthly Cyber Cafecito, featuring Chelsea De Jesus—founder of SoulyHer.

Build Your Career. Build Connection. Shape the Next Generation. 📚✨ Do you love storytelling? Want to make a difference in your community...

As we commemorate the 56th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots this June 28, Pride Month is a time to honor the resilience, courage, and contributions of LGBTQ+ trailblazers—especially those from our Latine communities who have paved the way for future generations

Turn your story into power. Midwest Mujeres invites you to join the Voices and Dreams Academy—a 14-week journey of financial wellness, branding, and storytelling that leads to the spotlight at our signature event, ¡Yo Quiero Dinero: Our Stories Have Value! Starting July 16, this is your chance to grow your voice, your business, and your impact. Apply now—our stories have value, and yours deserves to be heard.

Midwest Mujeres is thrilled to welcome Emiliano Vera as our new Membership Manager! 🎉 With deep roots in both community work and education, Emiliano brings a unique blend of experience, compassion, and cultural insight to our team.

Introductory blog post for upcoming Cacao Ceremony event by Berenice Galvez-Soto through Midwest Mujeres

Voices and Dreams Academy is back! This 12-week bilingual program by Midwest Mujeres is designed for Black and Latina entrepreneurs who are ready to transform their stories into tools for business growth, healing, and leadership. With workshops in public speaking, marketing, and financial education—all leading up to our powerful Yo Quiero Dinero showcase—this is your moment to be seen, heard, and supported. 💪✨ 👉 Register now

Tell your story. Tell our story. Let it shake the ground beneath us. Storytelling lives in us, just as it did in our mothers, &their mothers

🌟 Join our Cyber-Cafecito on April 1 at 6 PM with Cristina Garcia to discuss how cultural humility can harm WOC in leadership. #Zoom

The Endowed Objects of Latina Wellness: Finding Comfort and Strength As Latinas, we carry a rich and deep blend of cultural practices and...

The gathering was a testament to the organization’s vibrant network. It featured heartfelt testimonials and powerful storytelling from women