Afro-Latin American

Katelina Eccleston Is Giving Black Latinas In Reggaeton Their Flowers

The artist and music historian is amplifying voices and calling out the erasure of Black Latino contributions to music through her platform, Reggaeton Con La Gata.
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Formerly Homeless Candidate Could Be America’s First Afro-Latina In Congress

Candace Valenzuela won her primary in Texas on a progressive platform and now faces a Republican opponent, with a chance to make history in November.
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Amara La Negra On The Importance Of Holding Latinos Accountable For Their Racism

"There’s so many talented Afro-Latinos all around the world but we’re not given the same opportunities based off the way that we look," she said.
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Opinion | It’s Time We Stop Ignoring Afro-Latino Health Disparities In The U.S.

The heaviest health burden seems to fall on Latinos who have darker skin or identify as black.
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'Love & Hip Hop' Star Amara La Negra Shuts Down Trolls Saying She's In Blackface

The Afro-Latina singer masterfully responded with an adorable childhood video.
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La La Anthony On The Challenges She’s Faced As An Afro-Latina In Hollywood

"People still tell me, ‘You speak Spanish? You’re Spanish? You’re Puerto Rican?’ They can’t wrap their minds around it.”
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We Have No Idea How Many Latinos Get Arrested Or Imprisoned In The U.S.

Advocates want law enforcement to start tracking the ethnicity of those who wind up in the criminal justice system.
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