Why this Guide?
Latina students carry powerful stories, wisdom, and creative brilliance. But too often, educational spaces dim that brilliance through practices that overlook their cultural identities, creativity, and lived experiences.
Nearly 1 in 2 Latina adolescents report feeling isolated — disconnected from both their peers and their own voice.
This doesn’t have to be the story we keep repeating.
What You'll Learn
This free guide is for educators, student affairs professionals, and community leaders ready to interrupt patterns of harm and create transformative spaces where Latina students:
- Feel seen, heard, and celebrated
- Express themselves authentically
- Build confidence rooted in cultura
- Strengthen connection and community
- Thrive creatively and academically
Inside, you’ll find 5 practical strategies grounded in culturally sustaining pedagogy and arts-based approaches — ready for you to adapt to your learning environment.
This Resource is for...
- Those who care deeply about student well-being, identity, and empowerment
- Those committed to culturally sustaining teaching and student engagement
- Those who want to reduce isolation and foster community
- Those who believe in the power of creativity and cultura