Keynote Speakers
On behalf of the Latinx Admit Weekend Organization, we immensely thank our lovely keynote speakers.
Vianney Harelly
Poet & Visual Artist
Vianney Harelly (elle/ella/él) is a fronterize multi disciplinary artist from Tijuana, Mexico.
They write poetry in imperfect Spanglish as a way to resist colonizer languages but also as a way to reflect their experience as a fronterize.
Their writing and art is a testament to what it means to grow up in the borderland a non binary lesbian, first generation student and cycle breaker in a family and culture haunted by generational trauma and the legacies of colonization.
They dedicate most of their time to healing their inner child with their chosen family, exploring new creative art mediums, community organizing and helping their readers see the connection between Palestinian liberation and liberation of Mexico, the Global South and all indigenous and marginalized communities through visual art.
Jasmine Julie Maldonado
Entrepreneur & Community Builder
Jasmine Maldonado is a first-generation entrepreneur and community builder from Los Angeles, and the Co-founder & President of Midcity Mercado and Founder of Persona the Shop. Raised by a single immigrant mother who built her own business from the ground up.
Jasmine’s work is rooted in creating opportunities for others; uplifting small businesses, supporting emerging creatives, and building spaces where community, culture, and identity can thrive.
She is passionate about showing the next generation what’s possible when you stay connected to your roots.