Yo Soy Prospera is a collection of photos and stories that captures the essence and the power of Latina immigrant entrepreneurs, our allies and supporters.
This creative project is inspired by Humans of New York and We The People.
Most of all, it is inspired by the millions of amazing Latina immigrant women that make this country, and this world, a better place to live.
Join Yo Soy Prospera and become part of the Prospera community that invests in Latina owned cooperative businesses. You can make it possible for all of our families and communities to thrive.
MEET PROSPERA'S ENTREPRENEURS
Isabel, founding member of El Cafecito
“Latina Power is the power of the US Economy. The power of the Global economy! From the time that a woman begins to work she has economic weight. In one way or another we devalue that economic power. If a...
Interview with Ada Recinos
“Latina power means the power of a community. I think that women are influencers. They bring a lot of strengths to their families. They are more likely to be out there talking to the community about things that matter. They...
Interview with Claudia Arroyo
"Latina women are emblematic of constant struggle.Since birth she has to resist and emerge just because of her sex. This makes her powerful in a man’s world. Latina power emerges from that which oppresses her. It’s very common to see...
Interview with Daniella Preisler
"Latina Power means being prepared to re-invent your self a million times. We have the capacity to be resilient, to be connected, to be community. Women are capable of generating huge energy, all by themselves. In our countries of origin...