How Afro-Latinos Came To Be

Did you know that millions of Africans were enslaved not only in the United States, but across Latin America and the Caribbean? Under Spanish, Portuguese, and French rule, they shaped cultures through music, spirituality, and food—leaving lasting traditions like conga rhythms, plátanos, and Brazil’s feijoada. Today, Afro-Latinos carry this powerful legacy, speaking Spanish, Portuguese, or French while celebrating their African roots. Discover how deeply African heritage transformed Latin America in ways many never realize.

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I’m a Proud Afro-Latina

Afro-Latina scholar Melanie Falu shares how her father’s guidance shaped her pride in being both Black and Puerto Rican. Despite prejudice from multiple sides, she celebrates Afro-Latino heritage and its deep African roots in Latin culture. Her journey highlights resilience, visibility, and the importance of honoring one’s true identity.

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Silicon Valley African Film Festival

Silicon Valley African Film Festival

The Silicon Valley African Film Festival promotes an understanding and appreciation of Africa and Africans through moving images. Aptly themed “Africa through the African lens”, the film festival celebrates the vast richness of the African Continent through the lenses of Africa’s seasoned and emerging filmmakers and, crucially, provides audiences with exquisite lenses to the real Africa.

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Heri za Kwanzaa (Happy Kwanzaa)!

Happy Kwanzaa

December 26th marks the first day of Kwanzaa, or Umoja, which means “unity” in Swahili. According to the African American Registry, Kwanzaa was founded by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966.Umoja is the foundational principle of the Nguzo Saba (seven principles); without it, all other principles suffer. Kwanzaa is a unique African American celebration focused on the traditional…

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