Amanda Alcántara
Latino Rebels
New York, NY, United States
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‘We Are Here’ Is A Vibrant Acclamation of Black and Brown Artists
The book is a colorful and vibrant acclamation to 50 artists whose work captures the voices in our communities—featuring interviews with each creator. → Read More
Dominican Feminists Demand End to Country’s Total Abortion Ban, as Green Wave Continues in Latin America
The group of feminists use the hashtag #Las3CausalesVan and wear green, representing the latest in a green wave of reproductive rights that has spread across Latin America and the Caribbean. → Read More
Latest PBS UNLADYLIKE2020 Episode Chronicles Life of Mexican-American Journalist Jovita Idár
The documentary features an interview with Futuro Media’s own Maria Hinojosa, who says learning about Idár has been “life-changing.” → Read More
Latest PBS UNLADYLIKE2020 Episode Chronicles Life of Mexican-American Journalist Jovita Idár
The documentary features an interview with Latino USA's own Maria Hinojosa, who says learning about Idár has been "life-changing." → Read More
Service Members and Veterans Use Hashtag #IAmVanessaGuillen to Share Their Stories of Sexual Abuse in the Military
The story of Vanessa Guillén has captured the nation today, following reports that unidentified body remains were found—and some suspect they are hers. → Read More
Dominicans Use Hashtag #PeroNoSomosRacistas to Call Out Myths About Discrimination
The trending hashtag is meant to be ironic, showing examples of how racism presents itself in society today. → Read More
Dominican Artist Rita Indiana AKA La Montra Returns With Explosive New Video ‘Como Un Dragón’
With this latest release, the singer-performer-songwriter also known as La Montra, is announcing her comeback, with a fusion of rap lyrics over metal rock sounds and urbano flow. → Read More
Dominican Opposition Claims Victory In Municipal Election Process Mired In Protests, Fraud Allegations
Many voters dressed in black as a symbol of ongoing protests following the abruptly postponed elections. → Read More
‘Orgullo’ Is a Music Video Dedicated to Undocumented Mothers Amid Ongoing ICE Raids
“What fueled my inspiration when working on this video was my family, friends and coworkers who have shared their stories with me over the years about their journey as undocumented immigrants… → Read More
Futuro Media’s Amanda Alcántara Discusses the Situation in the Dominican Republic on DEMOCRACY NOW!
On February 16, the nation’s Central Electoral Board abruptly canceled its municipal elections following reports of glitches in the voting machines. → Read More
How Dominicans Are Protesting Across the Globe
From New York City to Prague, here’s how Dominicans are taking a stand. → Read More
After Canceled Elections and Fraud Accusations, Dominicans Join Protests Demanding Justice
As protests continue to mount just a week before annual independence day celebrations, Dominicans are wondering if theirs is a true democracy. → Read More
After Canceled Elections and Fraud Accusations, Dominicans Join Protests Demanding Justice
As protests continue to mount just a week before the independence day celebrations, Dominicans are wondering if theirs is a true democracy. → Read More
A Look at the Creative Ways Feminists in Latin America Are Getting Their Message Across
From Chile to Dominican Republic, women used performance art —theatre, dance, song— to speak out against gender violence, sin pelos en la lengua. → Read More
In Dominican Republic, Thousands Join ‘March of the Butterflies’ Protest Against Gender Violence
The protest was a response to high rates of femicide in the country, one of the highest in Latin America. → Read More
Experts Say Rate Of HIV Infections Among US Latinos Is An 'Invisible Crisis'
A report released on National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day seeks to raise concerns on the rising number of infections among the Latinx community. → Read More
Report: As Migration Patterns Change, Venezuelans, Dominicans And Guatemalans See Fastest Growth Among Latinos
Mexicans are the largest origin group, comprising 62 percent of Latinos. → Read More
Daymé Arocena’s ‘Sonocardiogram’ Is a Soulful Tribute to Love and Santería
She spoke with us at Latino Rebels about her trajectory thus far, her music-making process, her personal life and what inspired her latest creation. → Read More
Daymé Arocena’s 'Sonocardiogram' Is A Soulful Tribute To Love And Santería
"I speak from the bottom of my heart," the Cuban artist told Latino USA. → Read More
Dominican Activists Launch Campaign #HablemosDeIgualdad to Raise Awareness About Gender Equality
The issue has taken the country by storm, particularly following the assassination of Anibel González Ureña. → Read More