🎙️ Chavez Foundation, Latino Justice, & the Government Shutdown

Free Community Episode | Explore & Subscribe | Watch | Upgrade & SupportHi y’all! 👋🏽 This week, we had double the Chavez! Host Sam Chavez (she/they/he) spoke with Andres Chavez (he/him) from the Chavez Foundation about the foundation's work, the impact of the government shutdown on their programs, and the legacy of Cesar Chavez. Watch today’s episode."You only lose when you give up." We explore the importance of storytelling and media in shaping narratives for Latino communities and how the foundation is directly supporting Latino families and immigrants amidst the ongoing attacks on Latinos. Like Cesar, we led with heart and hope, emphasizing resilience, community engagement, and the ongoing fight for social justice.🌱 Become a Seedling Member Today! Get more behind-the-scenes action from our trip and go deeper with activists & organizers at just $2/month.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Chavez Foundation04:55 Impact of Government Shutdown on the Foundation09:57 Cesar Chavez's Legacy and Resilience17:58 The Role of Media and Storytelling30:08 Supporting Latino Families and Community Engagement"We can do incredible things."References / ResourcesThe Chavez FoundationChavez MediaUnited Farm WorkersNational Chavez E Chavez MonumentThe Blackwell School in Marfa, TXDiverse Teen Vogue Staff PurgeHistorias de Sí Se Puede¡Yo Aqui Cuento!LUPEUFW Updates InstagramChavez Foundation InstagramAbout the roots of change agencyExplore healthy media & techBecome a Seedling MemberSupport Defunded Orgs with our Assist an Activist programHealthy, Actionable Media🎬 Watch on YouTube or PeerTubeSubscribe to our weekly digest(s)Follow us on Mastodon, PeerTube, & BlueSkyBypass the algos on YouTube, Instagram, & TikTokJoin our secure Signal broadcast channelAccess Private Podcast Feed If you enjoyed today's episode, consider supporting our work or joining our memberships for more rooted media & resources! Root into our private podcast discussions, resources for organizers & communicators, our healthy cooking show, and more. Join today starting at $2/month. Explore our Assist an Activist program for community-supported memberships. ★ Support this podcast ★