Experience the powerful journey of Mujeres Latinas en Acción, a pioneering organization that has empowered Latinas through culturally relevant social services and advocacy since 1973. This documentary captures the resilience, strength, and unity of a community that continues to inspire change.
About the Film
This film showcases the organization's unwavering commitment to social justice
&
the empowerment of Latinas in Chicago and beyond.
Director Bio
Born in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico, in 1978, Glorimar Marrero-Sánchez is a filmmaker and interdisciplinary artist whose work spans film, photography, and installations. Her art often explores themes of illness, grief, gender, and inequality. With a deep commitment to social issues, Marrero-Sánchez brings a poignant and authentic perspective to the storytelling of Mujeres Latinas en Acción.
Marrero-Sánchez brings a poignant and authentic perspective
to
the storytelling of Mujeres Latinas en Acción
The Story
Founding Members in 1973
Advocacy and Marches
Community Events
Personal Stories
Intimate portraits of individuals whose lives have been transformed through the organization’s efforts.
Press Coverage
See what the they’re saying about our powerful documentary and how it’s making a difference in the community
Bring the Storyto Your Community
Interested in hosting a screening of Mujeres: A Story 50 Years in the Making? Whether it’s for education purposes, community engagement, or organizational events, we welcom the opportunity to share this inspiring documentary with you.
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