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'Nuestro Massachusetts': How Latinos Are Revitalizing Massachusetts

On July 15, 2025, The Boston Globe, in collaboration with We Are ALX and community leaders, will host an interactive event entitled 'Nuestro Massachusetts' at Roxbury Community College's Media Arts Center. From 6 PM to 8 PM, attendees will engage in meaningful discussions about the significant contributions of the Latino community in Massachusetts. Cristina Silva, the local news editor at The Boston Globe, will moderate the session, emphasizing the increasing role Latinos play in shaping local businesses and cultural experiences.

The event seeks to shed light on the various ways the Latino populace is invigorating the state. Silva stressed that “Latinos are a growing part of Massachusetts’ population, driving new businesses and cultural experiences.” With Latinos redefining aspects of the region's economic landscape, it becomes crucial to explore what these changes mean for the future of New England.

A Platform for Dialogue

Attendees can expect fruitful conversations surrounding the essential contributions and challenges faced by Latinos in the state. Topics will include how the Boston area and its surrounding communities can flourish through Latino-owned businesses, emerging culinary trends, and musical influences that honor the heritage while contributing to the dynamic local culture.

Featured speakers will include:

• - Eneida Roman, President of We Are ALX
• - Priscila Sousa, Massachusetts State Representative
• - Carlos Bueno, General Manager of Raffles Boston
• - Steph Solis, President of NAHJ Boston and Boston Reporter at Axios

A special Q&A session will be held, inviting questions from the audience to foster an interactive dialogue. Attendees can also look forward to a post-panel reception featuring refreshments, providing a great opportunity for networking and community building.

RSVP to Make an Impact

Those interested in attending are encouraged to confirm their attendance to secure a spot for this enlightening event. This gathering not only highlights the impact of Latino culture but aims to unify community members in the conversation about shared experiences, struggles, and triumphs.

To RSVP and get more information about upcoming events, visit Globe.com/events.

About The Boston Globe

Located in Boston, The Boston Globe has been a reliable news source for over 153 years, winning 27 Pulitzer Prizes along its journey. The paper continues to grow its audience while striving to connect news with community events, promoting civic engagement within New England. Its assets include The Boston Globe itself, Globe Opinion, and Boston.com, among others, each contributing unique journalistic content and outreach efforts.

This event represents an important step toward acknowledging and celebrating the diversity that shapes Massachusetts, making it a vibrant place where culture and community thrive together.