Cafecito con Estrellita

What does it mean to be civically engaged as a young Gen Z Latino today?In this special LIVE episode of Cafecito con Estrellita, we brought together Latino leaders, creators, organizers, and changemakers for an honest conversation about identity, economic opportunity, representation, and the future of California.Hosted live at the Democracy Center inside the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles, this discussion explores the real experiences Gen Z Latinos are navigating today. From education and career barriers to media, politics, dignity, and building power within systems that were not built with us in mind.This conversation is not about political parties. It is about community, lived experience, and what civic engagement looks like beyond just voting.Featuring:✨ Estrella Serrato: Host of Cafecito con Estrellita, https://www.instagram.com/cafecitoconestrellita/✨ Marlene Ramirez: Civic Content Creator & Policy Strategist, https://www.instagram.com/marlene.ramir/?hl=en ✨ Selina Mendez: UC Berkeley Student Leader & ASUC Senator, https://www.instagram.com/selinamendez_21 ✨ Jose Quintero: Host of Échale Podcast & Cali 93.9 FM, https://www.instagram.com/echalejose/?hl=en ✨ Jorgel Chavez: Bell Gardens Council Member, https://www.instagram.com/jorgelchavezd/Themes:-Health-Wealth-DignityThank you to Unseen and Tzunu Strategies for creating space for young Latino voices to lead meaningful conversations shaping California’s future heading into 2026.If this conversation resonated with you, comment below:What does civic engagement mean to YOU?Subscribe for more conversations on first-gen identity, culture, career growth, and navigating systems not built with us in mind.