The First Gen Madrina
Dear First Gens,
Welcome to the First Gen Madrina, a podcast that highlights the victories and challenges of the first generation experience. I am your host, Sara Diaz, a fellow first gen navigating the path to success alongside you. Join me as we dive into stories of resilience and perseverance featuring first gen individuals who have overcome the odds to pave the way for others.
Let's embark on this journey together. This is the First Gen Madrina podcast.
The First Gen Madrina
E-86 Advocating as a First Gen with Sara Part 1
Dear First Gens,
In this episode of The First Gen Madrina Podcast, host Sara Diaz dives into February’s theme: Advocating as a First Gen. Advocacy is a vital skill for navigating systems not built with us in mind, yet it’s often overlooked in our community.
Key Highlights:
✨ Advocating for Yourself: Why it’s essential to prioritize your needs, set boundaries, and use your voice. Advocacy is not selfish—it’s necessary for breaking generational cycles and creating a ripple effect of empowerment.
✨ Cultural Norms: How humility and collectivism can make self-advocacy difficult, and ways to balance these values while advocating for yourself.
✨ The Benefits of Advocacy: Building confidence, fostering independence, and creating pathways for future generations.
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Supporting You Into the New Year,
Sara, The First Gen Madrina