LatinX Can

009: Overcoming Obstacles Posed by Intersecting Systems of Inequality, Part 1 with Dr. Laura Minero

October 09, 2020 Dr. Jeniree Flores Delgado Season 1 Episode 9
LatinX Can
009: Overcoming Obstacles Posed by Intersecting Systems of Inequality, Part 1 with Dr. Laura Minero
Show Notes

Dr. Laura Minero is a psychologist who, with grit and determination, has surpassed the vast obstacles posed by her undocumented status, and she is her to tell you... Si Se Puede my Friends, Si Se Puede!. In the first part of this two-part episode we will learn about the tortuous path Dr. Laura had to endure to pursue her education, as well as the challenges she faced growing up in the Latinx community while identifying and recognizing her sexual and gender identity. Dr. Laura helped us debunk some myths about the undocumented community in the United States, and highlights the importance of diversity and inclusion in the scientific fields. Some of the opportunities mentioned during this episode:https://www.fwd.us/https://csf-cjsf.org/