Denise Soler Cox
Filmmaker, Keynote
Speaker & Author
Interview Title:
You Are as
Unique as The Ñ
Interview available:
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
at 12:00 pm CT
“Your story is your Identity”
Did you know the Ñ distinguishes Spanish from other languages? There is so much to know about our Latinidad. Many of us straddle two worlds and struggle with our identity and sense of belonging.
Growing up in New York, Denise never felt fully Puerto Rican or fully American and decided to help others with this challenge. Her acclaimed documentary, "Being eñye”, will transform how you think about your identity, culture, and belonging.
One key ingredient: own and tell your story!
Interview is available at 12:00 pm CT on
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
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Denise Soler Cox
Key Moments
00:02:53 – The duality of growing up Latina in the U.S. and the contrast between cultures.
00:08:52 – Overcoming the challenges of being “invisible” and embracing Latina pride.
00:13:01 – Denise reflects on the power of sharing real struggles to inspire others.
00:23:35 – The importance of seizing opportunities and pushing through self-doubt.
00:32:40 – Language as a barometer for cultural identity and the “No Sabo” movement.
00:39:05 – The need for more Latinas in leadership and the barriers they face.
00:45:00 – Radical self-awareness and the importance of belonging in professional and personal life.
Our host:
Dr. Juana Bordas
is recognized as an elder and icon in the world of leadership, diversity, and the advancement of Latinos, women, and communities of color. She was the founding president of the National Hispana Leadership Institute, received the International Leadership Association Life-Time Achievement Award, and the first Latina faculty at the Center for Creative Leadership. Dr. Bordas is the author of The Power of Latino Leadership - Ahora!
