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How an Austin Queer Quinceañera is Reimagining Tradición
Through the visual lens of Austin-based photojournalist Chantelle Bacigalupo, this photo essay explores the significant milestone of a quinceañera and how a local community event, Con Mucho Amor, aims to create belonging through this rite of passage.
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How an Austin Queer Quinceañera is Reimagining Tradición
Through the visual lens of Austin-based photojournalist Chantelle Bacigalupo, this photo essay explores the significant milestone of a quinceañera and how a local community event, Con Mucho Amor, aims to create belonging through this rite of passage.
What Does it Mean to You that Gina Hinojosa, a Latina from the Border will Lead Texas?
Texas elected its first Latina governor and it resonates in a unique way for nuestra comunidad.
Austin Launches Native American and Indigenous Commission To Advise City Council
New commission aims to end years of Native American and Indigenous Austinites being overlooked in policy and city issues.
Rims & Reflections: A Lowrider Short Film
Originating after World War II, lowriding began as a creative outlet for returning Mexican American veterans and evolved during the Chicano civil rights era. Austin Vida is proud to debut its first short film diving into lowrider history and culture in our comunidad.
Mental Health Ofrenda: Navigating the World in a Bigger Body
Can you picture a child or teen in your life right now? How would you like them to feel about themselves? Our latest Mental Health Ofrenda column explores body image and tips to reflect on and share.
Places That Make Me Dove Springs Proud
Check out Austin Vida’s “Dove Springs Proud” video series highlighting the art, history y cultura that shape this neighborhood with strong Latino roots.