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US Latinx Activism and Protests: From the Farm to the (Legislative) Table Art produced during the Chicanx Movement Abstract: In the midst of change, The Chicanx Movement was a monumental time for Mexican Americans in the United States during the late 1960s. The movement addressed the social, economic, and political inequalities experienced by Mexican Americans across the nation. Aimed to celebrate and acknowledge cultural pride and identity, the movement also sought to reclaim and celebrate Mexican and Mexican American history, art, and culture. The Chicanx Movement played a significant role in shaping the Latino identity and influencing subsequent social justice movements, and the artwork produced during this time allowed for many to voice their opinions on the political and social climate of the U.S during the time. Bracero Program In this project we will be analyzing a number of facets of the Bracero Program with a specific focus on the causes, on both sides of the border, which culminated in the agreement. Consequently, we will explore the historical context of the US and Mexico of the first half of the twentieth century, including the impact of the Mexican Revolution as well as the dire situation brought about by the second world war. By utilizing this basis we will then analyze the “migration aspect” entailed by the program, travel from Mexico to the US and various territories. Not only as an in depth look at the agreement, but also as a necessary foundation. One which will permit the Bracero Program to be positioned in history, while simultaneously deepening the exposition and understanding of a largely forgotten case of large-scale abuse and exploitation. We anticipate this will form the backbone of the examination of bracero experiences: first-hand accounts and testimonials.. By Fernando, Joy and Lizeth Guatemalan Genocide & Its Dark Truth This page will focus on the Guatemalan genocide, a period of brutal violence that brought tremendous adversity to those indigenous communities residing in the rural areas of Guatemala. It will provide details regarding the atrocities that the Mayan people experienced, the trauma that was left behind, and the hardships that they continue to face today. Furthermore, it will demonstrate how this heinous period of history fostered activism and social movements in Guatemala. By Paola Chavarria and & Aurora Nieves Chicano Farm Worker Movement In this project, we will be discussing about the Chicano Farm Worker Movement and how it brought change to not only farm workers but to society as a whole. We will be focused on the working conditions of farm workers prior and after the movement, notable or influential leaders, and the communities that were fueling the movement. By examining their struggles, successes, and legacy, we wanted to provide a better understanding of the process needed to advocate and bring forth social change for a marginalized group of people. Last, we wanted to remove stereotypes and other misconceptions about the movement in creating a more equitable society. Por: Justin Bui, Kristi Kang, Jenniffer Young Las "Brujas" Feministas: Magazines, Art, and Television This project intends to provide a comprehensive analysis of women's representation in different mediums such as art, television, and fanzines. In this way, the goal is to understand the gender stereotypes that women have had to overcome from a feminist perspective. Through this discussion, the hope is to amplify women's voices to promote inclusive and equitable representation in society. By Claudia Mejia, Janet Landa, Diana Andrade Walkouts and Protests in Los Angeles On our page, we will discuss the walkouts and protests that took place within schools and communities across Los Angeles. The school protests happened because Latino students wanted to see a change in the education system. Some of the changes Latino students wanted to see implemented were hiring more Chicano professors and administrators, having more Chicano Studies classes in higher education, and overall being treated better without discrimination or judgment. In the 1960s, high school students faced racism and discrimination, which included a lack of education and insufficient school buildings in comparison to those of white students in the area. Walkouts famously took place at Roosevelt High School in Los Angeles, where there was a large population of Latino students. In 1993, college students also faced a lack of Chicano education when budget cuts put the Chicano classes at UCLA at risk of being shut down. This led to a hunger strike, where UCLA students protested and ultimately helped to establish the UCLA César E. Chávez Department of Chicana/o Studies. In the years leading up to 1965, Latino and Black communities also protested because they wanted to see a change in the way they were treated. The Black community finally had enough in 1965 and the Watts Riots happened, which in the end led to positive changes in their community. By Sydney Schwinger, Vanessa Harris, Jazmin Chavez

LA Demonstrations During the Chicano Movement

Abstract: The Chicano Movement was a movement that involved Mexican-Americans all over the United States and was a crucial component to establishing civil rights for Latinos. While Chicanos living in the United States were at the focal point of discrimination in society, they figured that it was best to come together and establish a sense of familiarity in order to combat these racial remarks and disadvantages. To spark attention to their cause and movement, many Chicanos participated in numerous demonstrations and while many were peaceful, many considered them as radical. By Steve, Lexi, and Ricardo

The Chicano Movement sparked many passions for various young Chicanos/as growing up in the 1960s. Plagued with history of racism and discrimination in their country of birth, numerous Chicanos/as fought for equality and access to resources in order to better their livelihoods not only for them, but also for future generations of Chicanos. Los Angeles is home to various different Latino communities but one thing that united them was the resilience to oppression and making their voices be heard. Throughout the Chicano Movement of the 1960s and above, we've seen demonstrations take place at UCLA with the Chicano/a Studies Program where students protested to make the program turn into an actual department, protests and walkouts in schools located in East LA during 1968, and early roots of the movement stemming from the Pachuco riots of the 1940s.

In addition, the Chicano Movement posters/demonstrations were effective tools of communication, organization, and mobilization during a period of social and political turmoil towards the Chicano community. The posters/demonstrations continue to be important historic records of the movement for social and civil rights by Mexican Americans in the United States. These posters/demonstrations raised awareness expressing the demands and statements of the Chicano community, helping people unite and foster a sense of togetherness. Thus, leaving a long-lasting impact in regard to social and political change of Mexican American activism.

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The East LA Blowouts were a series of walkouts conducted in 1968 across multiple high school and demonstrated by Chicano/a students who were backed by the Brown Berets in order to create awareness towards the discrimination and racism they were receiving by their teachers and admin. While at first the blowouts initiated many arrests and created a lot of controversy, the legacy and impact were crucial not only for future generations of Chicano/a students but also for other students of color as it allowed students to freely feel comfortable in schools regardless of their ethnicity and culture.
This page focuses on some of the influential and important figures from the Chicano Moratorium Marches in East Los Angeles in the 1970's. Specifically, this page will discuss the lives of civil rights activist Rosalio Muñoz and activist and journalist Ruben Salazar, and the roles that the two of them played in organizing the East LA Chicano protests, as well as the impact that both of these figures left on the Chicano communities in East Los Angeles. #Chicanx #Protest #Community #HumanRights

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