In May, the Latina Futures 2050 Lab went to Sacramento to advocate for policy change to close the wage gap and ensure better health outcomes for women of color. As part of that work, on May 7 Latina Futures joined with community partner Hispanas Organized for Political Equity (HOPE) at their 30th Annual Latina Action Day.

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UCLA IRLE, May 17, 2024

The UCLA Chicano Studies Research Center came about, in large part, because of student voices and protests. Given our history, we stand committed to democratic dialogue and students’ ability to practice their First Amendment right on campus safely and without fear of retaliation. We condemn violence against students exercising free speech, and we condemn hate speech. The Chicano Studies Research Center is steadfast in its support of student activism for peace, human rights, and social justice.

Forgotten Hollywood, a podcast focused on Hollywood history, featured an interview with Colin Gunckel and Laura Isabel Serna, coauthors of  ”There Are No Hispanic Stars!” Collected Writings of a Latino Film Critic in Hollywood, 1921–1939, published by CSRC Press.