Chicano mural in Riverside, California depicting cultural heritage

Art Under the Sun: Public Murals Celebrating Chicano Legacy in Ontario & Riverside

The vibrant and intricate public murals across Ontario and Riverside, California, serve as colorful reflections of Chicano culture, history, and resilience. These large-scale works of art are far more than decorative visuals—they are tools of storytelling, activism, and education, preserving the Chicano cultural legacy for future generations while inspiring communities today. The Power of Chicano…

Chicano entrepreneur in East Los Angeles running a community-focused business

Chicano Entrepreneurship From Barrio to Boardroom

Southern California, a region known for its diversity, vibrancy, and innovation, is also home to a thriving community of Chicano entrepreneurs. These individuals have transformed cultural pride and resilience into thriving businesses, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity. From small startups to large enterprises, Chicano entrepreneurs are shaping economic development, empowering communities, and preserving…

Chicano storyteller performing spoken word in Riverside

How Local Chicano Storytellers Are Shaping Modern Identity

Chicano culture, with its rich history and vibrant traditions, continues to evolve in exciting and empowering ways. Across California, and especially within the Inland Empire, Chicano storytellers are reclaiming their narratives, preserving traditions, and inspiring a new generation to connect with their roots. These modern creators—spanning writers, oral historians, and spoken-word artists—are shaping what it…

Education and Empowerment: The Rise of Chicano Studies Programs

Education has long served as a pathway to empowerment, and for the Chicano community, it plays a vital role in reclaiming identity, fostering cultural pride, and addressing social injustices. Chicano studies programs, emerging out of grassroots movements in the mid-20th century, have developed into an essential academic discipline focused on understanding and uplifting the historical,…