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Explore our collection of articles and stories to gain deeper insights into Aldea’s work, the issues we address, and the lasting impact we’re making in the lives of Spanish-speaking women in Austin, Texas.

Empowerment and Community: Aldea’s First Year

Seeing my dream become a reality in the past year has been thrilling. Meeting our first program participants, our Aldeanas, and hearing their stories, their dreams, and their struggles, reminds us why we created Aldea in the first place and inspires us to keep going. Today I’ll share what we’ve accomplished so far this year as an organization and some of our plans for the future.

Mindfulness is for Everyone

“Mindfulness” might sound like something that’s only for yogis or people with a lot of free time and resources. However, it’s actually something that is accessible to anyone who is willing to try it and an important part of the program at Aldea.

Moving Towards a New Definition of Well Being

Aldea’s program is unique because of its innovative model that considers every facet of health and addresses all of the issues that affect our well being. This method allows the women who participate in our programs to experience truly transformative, lasting results.

How Does Stress Affect Latina Women?

April has been Stress Awareness Month since 1992 as a way to recognize and address the impact of stress on our health and wellbeing. People from all walks of life deal with stress, but Latina women in particular are vulnerable to an extra set of stressors that affects their mental health and wellness. Today we’ll talk about what those stressors are, and what can help you manage stress in your life.

Discover How Aldea Can Transform Your Life

At Aldea, we believe in the power of community and empowerment. We believe that if we come together and uplift one another, we’ll all live healthier, more independent, and happier lives. We know that for so many Spanish-speaking women in Austin, the solutions to their most pressing problems will be as complex and unique as they are.

What is Gaslighting and How Does it Affect Latina Women?

For Latina women who are immigrants, gaslighting can be especially devastating. Many immigrant women are far from family and close friends, and that isolation makes them more vulnerable to psychological manipulation. In addition, gaslighters take advantage of immigrant women’s fear and social/financial instability.

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