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Welcome to the Midwest Mujeres Blogs and Resources page.
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Bienvenido a la página de blogs y recursos de Midwest Mujeres.
Para acceder a la versión en español, cambie la pestaña de traducción a español. Esta pestaña se puede encontrar en la esquina inferior izquierda del sitio web en la versión de escritorio y en la esquina superior izquierda en la versión de dispositivo móvil.


Week Two of Voices and Dreams Academy: Budgeting for Our Dreams
We’re honored to be joined by Stephany Peñate, our Guest Speaker from Old National Bank, who will lead us through a powerful session on Financial Wellness & Budgeting. Stephany brings not only financial expertise but also a deep understanding of the unique financial journeys of women—especially Latinas, Black women, and women over 50.

Midwest Mujeres
Jul 192 min read
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Pass the Story On: Deadline Approaching for Spanish Storytime Training
Build Your Career. Build Connection. Shape the Next Generation. 📚✨ Do you love storytelling? Want to make a difference in your community...

Midwest Mujeres
Jul 192 min read
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Voices and Dreams Academy: Our Stories Have Value
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.
Araceli Esparza
Jun 185 min read
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🌸 Midwest Mujeres Presents: Virtual Cacao Ceremony for Women Over 50 and All Women with Berenice Soto 🌸
Introductory blog post for upcoming Cacao Ceremony event by Berenice Galvez-Soto through Midwest Mujeres

Emiliano Vera
Jun 92 min read
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Announcing Our 2025 Voices and Dreams Academy: A 12-Week Journey of Storytelling, Entrepreneurship Development Program
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
Araceli Esparza
May 232 min read
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More Health, Less Cancer: Collective Wisdom for Prevention
Next Thursday, May 22nd at 6:00 PM , we invite you to a very special event at our office at 306 E Wilson St, Suite #2E, Madison, WI : a powerful community conversation titled "More Health, Less Cancer: Collective Wisdom for Prevention."
This talk will be led by our beloved contributor, Fernanda Alayo , a registered nurse (BSN RN) and oncology and chemotherapy infusion specialist at the Karmanos Cancer Institute in Michigan.
Araceli Esparza
May 12 min read
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Inauguration Ceremony, Community Making, Women's Stories of Resilience
The gathering was a testament to the organization’s vibrant network. It featured heartfelt testimonials and powerful storytelling from women
Araceli Esparza
Nov 15, 20242 min read
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We did it again! Event Recap ¡Yo Quiero Dinero!
Recap of our ¡Yo Quiero Dinero! on June 15th, 2024.
Araceli Esparza
Jul 2, 20242 min read
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¡Yo Quiero Dinero Event - Showcasing Our Mentorship Program's Latest Cohort!"
Join us for our annual ¡Yo Quiero Dinero! event on Saturday, June 15, at My Arts Theater, where we'll shine a spotlight on women of color

Fernanda Alayo
Jun 6, 20243 min read
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Meet the Expert Voices! of our upcoming Workshop Event for Financial Success
Join us for the "I Want Money" Workshop Series: Dress, Feel, and Empower Yourself for Financial Success! It's happening on Saturday, May 18t

Fernanda Alayo
May 13, 20244 min read
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Breaking the Wage Gap: I Want Money! We All Deserve Money!
Latinas earn only 55¢ for every $1 that men make. Start negotiating for better pay! Join us May 18th for our "¡Yo Quiero Dinero!" event.

Fernanda Alayo
Apr 4, 20243 min read
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Unleash Your Potential: A Workshop for Entrepreneurs with Qiana Holmes
In our upcoming class, Qiana will teach mindset coaching and consulting services. Her goal is to help individuals jumpstart their ideas!
Araceli Esparza
Feb 8, 20242 min read
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Midwest Mujeres Presents December: Universal Human Rights Month Con't
Discover and connect with these Human Rights leaders who helped make our country strive to be a fair and equal place. Nadia Murad Born in...
Araceli Esparza
Dec 23, 20231 min read
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How to use Canva class: Network, Create, and Start
Ever wanted to learn how to make images that convey your business message?
Want to learn Canva?
Look no further!
Our Canva class is the
Araceli Esparza
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero, presents Guest Speaker, Qiana Holmes, Village Girl Boutique
We are announcing Qiana Holmes as a guest speaker at our annual Yo Quiero Dinero event.
Araceli Esparza
Jun 14, 20231 min read
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Midwest Mujeres Presents May: Asian & Pacific Islander History Month Con't
Discover and connect with these Asian leaders who helped make our country strive to be a fair and equal place! Patsy Mink Born in 1927 in...
Araceli Esparza
May 24, 20231 min read
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Be Bold Program Success!
Recap on our Be Bold signature program
Araceli Esparza
Nov 29, 20222 min read
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