Opinion— Being a mother of color makes obtaining affordable child Care that much harder
By Alyssa Reynoso Morris, originally on HipLatina. May 22, 2025.
As a Queer Black Latine award-winning children’s book author, public speaker, community organizer, and mother, Alyssa Reynoso Morris has spent her career advocating for equity, especially for Black, Brown, and immigrant families. As a mother to three, she’s also seen how financially overwhelming parenting in America can be. Child care in the U.S. is outrageously expensive: for Reynoso Morris, it’s $4,200 a month or $50,400 a year. Reynoso Morris discusses why is child care so unaffordable.
“We Didn’t Know”: How Climate Change and Air Pollution Are Silently Endangering Maternal Health
By: Almeta E. Cooper, National Manager for Health Justice, and Liz Hurtado, National Field Manager at Moms Clean Air Force
‘I was terrified. I didn’t know if I’d survive,’ said Luz Drada, who suffered preeclampsia during pregnancy. She later learned air pollution and extreme heat may have contributed. ‘No one warned me,’ she said. Her story highlights how climate change and environmental injustice disproportionately harm women of color.
Building diversity in healthcare: The impact of immigrant caregivers
By Jensen Toussaint. November 1, 2024.
The healthcare industry is essential for all communities, yet diverse groups remain underrepresented in its workforce. Despite 33% of U.S. nurses being Black, Asian, or Hispanic, these groups make up 39% of the population. Programs like Accesso Care are empowering immigrant CNAs to fill critical roles amidst a nursing shortage. By offering training and community support, they aim to create a compassionate, skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the nation and addresses healthcare needs.
Empowering Immigrant Voices: The Importance of Latine Voter Participation
By Nabila Haddad. October 30, 2024.
This November 5th, it’s crucial for immigrants to recognize their impact on the U.S. economy. With 63 million Latines contributing $3.2 trillion, their voices matter in shaping policies that affect their communities. Many face barriers like language and misinformation, but participation is essential. As Jennifer Rodriguez from GPHCC states, communities that don’t engage often remain underserved.