Live from the Southside Magazine is excited to announce the launch of the Soy Latina Youth Writers, a collaboration with the Soy Latina Young Women’s Leadership nonprofit organization. This partnership gives young Latina students in San Antonio the opportunity to join the Youth Writing Program, where they can share their personal stories, poetry, and cultural reflections.
Selected writings will be featured on LiveFromTheSouthside.com and in the print and digital editions of the magazine, giving participants the recognition, confidence, and experience that comes with seeing their names in print.
Empowering Latina Youth in San Antonio
The Soy Latina program goes beyond writing. It connects high school girls with Latina professionals and entrepreneurs who serve as mentors, offering real-world guidance in education, business, and community leadership. By combining writing opportunities with mentorship, Soy Latina helps Latina students discover their voice, gain valuable skills, and build a foundation for future success.
Meet the Soy Latina Youth Writers
Cecily Guerrero – Fox Tech High School
Cecily is a junior in the H-Tech program, on track to graduate with both a high school diploma and an Associate of Science degree. A talented musician with Mariachi Az-Tech and founder of the Yearbook Club, she has earned a perfect 4.0 GPA and twice made the President’s List at San Antonio College. As a member of Soy Latina, Cecily continues to grow her leadership skills while using her voice to advocate for social justice.
Amber DeLeon – Fox Tech High School
Amber is a senior in the H-Tech program, also set to graduate with dual degrees while pursuing multiple healthcare certifications. She consistently ranks in the top 10 of her class and has earned spots on the Dean’s List at San Antonio College. A dedicated leader, Amber has served in student government for four years, held roles such as Energy and Environmental Chairman, and launched her own small business—all while staying active in the Soy Latina mentorship program.
Alexia Maure – Louis D. Brandeis High School
Alexia ranks in the top 1% of her class and is identified as Gifted and Talented. A standout athlete, she competes with the Classics Elite Soccer Academy (ECNL 09) and Brandeis JV Soccer. Alexia is also a community leader, serving with Scholars & Athletes Serving Others, contributing to EcoBroncos, and co-founding Colorful Minds, a nonprofit service project. She has earned numerous academic honors, is trilingual in English, Spanish, and French, and is a proud Soy Latina member.
Emmi Ortega – Somerset Brooks Academy
Emmi is a senior and the Head Drum Major of her school’s band. Through the Dual Credit Program, she is completing an Associate of Science degree at Palo Alto College, with plans to study Neuroscience and Behavioral Analysis. Emmi serves on the Soy Latina Youth Leadership Board, belongs to the National Honor Society, and balances her academic achievements with her passion for music, dance, travel, and leadership.
Building the Next Generation of Latina Leaders
Through this collaboration, Live from the Southside Magazine and the Soy Latina Young Women’s Leadership Association are proud to highlight and support the next generation of Latina leaders in San Antonio. The Soy Latina Youth Writers program is more than a writing initiative—it’s a platform for Latina students to build confidence, gain mentorship, and inspire others with their stories.
Special Thanks
We extend a heartfelt thank you to Olivia Orona, owner of Tejanas in Media, for providing a professional photo shoot for the writers’ headshots. Your support ensures that these young women are represented with pride and professionalism.
We’d also like to thank CheeseMé Charcuterie Boards for helping make this celebration of our youth writers even more special.
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