69. Nurturing Healing and Resilience for Men of Color

In this episode of Dismantling Diet Culture - Fucking Calladita podcast Hernán Carvente-Martinez, discusses the layers of healing and the battles faced by men of color. Hernán Carvente-Martinez, is a dynamic force in the realm of youth justice and social entrepreneurship. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Alianza for Youth Justice and the Founder of Healing Ninjas, Inc., Hernán is dedicated to fostering sustainable community-driven solutions to combat youth incarceration and foster healing and wellness within communities. With a diverse background spanning juvenile justice, child welfare, mental health, corrections, and philanthropy, he brings a wealth of experience and passion to his work. Hernán's commitment to transformative change is evident in his involvement with the Youth First Initiative, where he played a crucial role in closing youth prisons and redirecting resources toward community alternatives. Recognized for his outstanding contributions, he has received awards such as the "Spirit of Youth" and the "Next Generation Champion for Change.” Hernán Carvente-Martinez is a Chicano, formerly incarcerated human dedicated to healing himself and building thriving communities. Hernan addresses the urgent need for genuine conversations about mental health, especially among Latino males who have been system impacted. Follow Hernan @healingninjas @carventehernan https://www.alianzayouth.org --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita on⁠Apple Podcasts⁠! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @⁠drhortenciajimenez⁠and visit⁠www.hortenciajimenez.com⁠ ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.