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Celebrating Iconic Latine LGBTQ+ Figures for Pride Month
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

Emiliano Vera
Jun 274 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

Midwest Mujeres Staff
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.

Midwest Mujeres Staff
May 12 min read
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The Girl Within Us: Resistance, Healing, and Dreams
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

Fernanda Alayo
Mar 265 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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Celebrating DÃa de los Muertos with Midwest Mujeres: Building Community and Bridging Cultures
Midwest Mujeres, in partnership with the Fitchburg and Waunakee public libraries, is thrilled to present two upcoming DÃa de los Muertos...
Araceli Esparza
Oct 6, 20243 min read
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A Call for Solidarity: Venezuelan Voices and the Fight for Democracy
Exciting updates! Join our ambassador program, Guatemala retreat, and urgent call on Venezuela’s crisis. Act now!

Fernanda Alayo
Sep 16, 20244 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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Fernanda Joins Midwest Mujeres chanting "¡Yo Quiero Dinero!"
Midwest Mujeres welcomes Fernanda Alayo in our "¡Yo Quiero Dinero!" chant.

Fernanda Alayo
Apr 4, 20241 min read
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Announcing ¡Yo Quiero Dinero! Storytelling Event for 2024
Annual Event Announcement, Video Reveal! Join Midwest Mujeres on Saturday, June 15, at the MyArts Theater for their annual "Yo Quiero Dinero
Araceli Esparza
Mar 17, 20241 min read
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Empowering Dreams and Forging Connections: A Recap of 'Roscas y Reynas' Latina and Black Women Entrepreneurs
Empowering Dreams and Forging Connections: A Recap of 'Roscas y Reynas' - Uniting Entrepreneurs of Color LINK to the full album At...

Midwest Mujeres Staff
Jan 11, 20243 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero, presents Guest Speaker, Robbi Dominguez, and owner of Your Gym Bestie!
Robbi Dominguez is our guest speaker for our annual Yo Quiero Dinero Event
Araceli Esparza
Jun 14, 20231 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero, presents Guest Speaker, Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores
Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores guest speaker for Yo Quiero Dinero, a local storytelling event highlighting women of color entrepreneurs.
Araceli Esparza
Jun 13, 20231 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero presents Guest Speaker Yazmin Lopez
Announcing Yazmin Lopez as guest speaker for our annual Yo Quiero Dinero event
Araceli Esparza
Jun 9, 20231 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero: Feature Guest Speaker, Karen Garcia
Introducing Karen Garcia, our guest speaker for our Yo Quiero Dinero Event
Araceli Esparza
Jun 9, 20232 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero presents Founder and Speaker, Araceli Esparza
Hello, Hola, My name is Araceli Esparza, I'm the founder of Midwest Mujeres. My work comes from the historical work of Gloria Anzaldua,...
Araceli Esparza
Jun 5, 20231 min read
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Yo Quiero Dinero: What does it mean?
In this blog post we define what Yo Quiero Dinero means
Araceli Esparza
May 4, 20232 min read
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YO QUIERO DINERO: OUR STORIES
Save the date! Friday June 16th, 2023 We are excited to announce our annual event, iYo Quiero Dinero!, is set to happen on Friday, June...
Araceli Esparza
Mar 9, 20231 min read
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