Saturday, April 11th, we saw students from Edmonds College, Shoreline College Skagit Valley College, the University of Washington- Bothell, and Washington State University Everett, come together at WSU Everett to hear from local leaders in their community. See the attached agenda for this event!

Leadership for Social Justice- Elle Rivera Soto, Student Retention Specialist, Shoreline College, gave a wonderful presentation about economic inequality in the US, intersectionality in practice, the role of leadership and justice, as well as the justice issues present today!

Embracing Transformation: Viewing Change as an Opportunity- Sixta Morel, Voice actress, Public Speaking Instructor, gave an inspiring presentation about change being an opportunity, connecting it to what our community is experiencing right now. We are in one of the most uncertain and challenging moments the Latino community has faced in recent years and students might be navigating not just personal change, but collective change, shifts that affect their families, their sense of safety, and their sense of belonging!

Cultural Reality of Mental Health for Latinos- Felisa Garcia, Community Health & Wellness Support Specialist, LETI & Ericka San Juan Perez, Health Resource Specialist & Navigator, LETI, gave a presentation about coping with stress and anxiety with a focus on the importance of sleep and grounding ourselves, sharing calming activities with the students.

Review the presentations, events, essay contest, and supporting materials- click here to view!

Review the Zoom Recording Here!