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This #PrideMonth we wanted to highlight Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles—the first-ever LGBTQIA+ mariachi band! bese.com/meet-the-first-ever…

It’s not easy being the daughter of a former Olympic athlete. But while Kira Davis-Quarrie is proud of her father’s professional accomplishments, it’s his character that she cherishes as she reflects on how her father inspires her. bese.com/how-her-father-the-…

Colombian-American artist and activist Ruben Rojas has one universal message that he hopes to teach his son: to live through love. bese.com/how-artist-ruben-ro…

Dominican-American writer Richy Rosario reflects on what it meant for him to watch his grandmother’s neighborhood on the big screen. bese.com/in-the-heights-revi…

Zoila Darton is teaming up with HBO Max’s Pa’lante to put young Latinxs at the center of important conversations in her latest four-part digital series, “Are You Listening?” bese.com/zoila-darton-is-put…

Domenic Haynes views art as "the bridge between humanity's ability to emote and think." He is constantly evolving both as an individual and as an artist. His only constant is his standout, effortless voice. bese.com/domenic-haynes-the-…

This month, Lupita Aquino has selected three books that you can pick up and read whenever you need a short break. bese.com/three-books-to-read…

Countries are defined primarily by what they allow. Our latest op-ed argues that for countries like the U.S. and Nigeria to create new and equitable nations, they must acknowledge their past shortcomings and dismantle their systems of oppression.bese.com/acknowledging-the-p…

The failure to acknowledge the diverse cultural complexities of the Latinx community has reinforced the myth that Latinxs are one-dimensional and monolithic. But the SOMArts Cultural Center’s latest exposition is looking to challenge this narrative. bese.com/the-artistic-expres…

Ashley Basnight is the founder and CEO of Handmade Haven—an online do-it-yourself blog that features Basnight's woodworking creations and provides resources for those interested in the hobby. bese.com/ashley-basnight-is-…

Cosmica Artists is a record label and management company run by a predominantly female staff and hopes to create space for a diverse roster of Latinx artists and female artists in the music industry. bese.com/cosmica-artists-is-…

Ren Fernandez-Kim (@corpusren) reflects on their blended Korean and Peruvian heritage and calls for solidarity and acknowledgment of the Latinx-Asian community amidst the current rise of hate crimes against the AAPI community. bese.com/latinx-asians-are-n…

It’s World Book Day! Writer Lupita Aquino is highlighting three books that she believes embody the meaning of the day.  bese.com/three-book-recommen…

“Beauty and hair have served as a gateway into self-exploration and self-expression. As I have grown, my hair has also grown, becoming a physical manifestation of the growth and healing within,” writes Lola Ayodele. bese.com/embracing-my-natura…

Evanice Holz is the owner and chef behind Senoreata—a vegan Cuban catering company that aims to provide plant-based versions of the staple Cuban dishes that Holz grew up eating with her family.bese.com/senoreatas-evanice-…

March is a huge month for new book releases, and while every book might be worthy of your reading time, Lupita Aquino recommends four books that will evoke a range of emotions. bese.com/four-books-that-evo…

German Perez’s playful amalgamation of primary colors has a way of screaming for your attention, and once it draws you in, there’s no escaping the lessons masked in illustrative wonder. bese.com/german-perezs-artwo…

Netflix's family-friendly film, "Yes Day," is fighting against stereotypes by showcasing a multicultural Latin-American family. ⁠ bese.com/netflixs-yes-day-ho…

In this month’s reading list, Lupita Aquino focuses on three books that have helped her to open up channels of personal growth. bese.com/three-books-that-ch…

Mamá Tingó was a female activist who defended farmer’s rights in the Dominican Republic and was later murdered while fighting against the unjustified removal of land in Yamasá. bese.com/mama-tingo-the-afro…