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Learn how to protect yourself, your business and your virtual events!

28 Friday May 2021

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Cyber security consists of all the technologies and practices that keep computer systems and electronic data safe. And, in a world where more and more of our business and social lives are online, it’s an enormous and growing field. Cyberattacks affect all people and are now so common. Recent reports show that hackers attack a computer in the US every 39 seconds! Fast changes in technology cause a boom in cyberattacks. If an attack happens millions of people could be harmed. State-run organizations can be shut down, services can’t be provided to citizens, it can cause damage to businesses and loss of jobs. Did you know that Identity theft is one of the biggest threats to people?

Join Chicas Latinas de Sacramento for a Cyber Security workshop!

Event is open to the community with donation (of any amount). Participants will be able to ask our Cyber Security experts questions, to ensure you leave knowing how to protect yourself online!

Date: Thursday, June 17th

Time: 6:00-7:00pm PDT

Location: Online

REGISTER HERE!!

Also This month:

Chicas Latinas’ June Book Club read of the month is: “In the Dream House: A Memoir” by Carmen Maria Machado.

June Book Club deadline to register is 5/31 CLICK HERE

Weekly discussions on Thursdays, starting:

Thursday, June 3rd 2021 7:00-8:00PM PDT

YARD SALE FUNDRAISER

Benefits our annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” shoe drive!

Saturday, June 5th. Volunteers and Donations are needed!

Chicas Latinas de Sacramento will be hosting our 4th Yard Sale on Saturday, June 5th. All proceeds will be used to help fund our Annual “Starting Off on the Right Foot” Shoe Drive event, which provides local children with new pairs of shoes. Shop, for a great cause!

DETAILS:
Saturday, June 5th
7am-2pm
2798 Wissemann Drive. Sac 95826
CASH/CARD accepted.

CHECK OUT EVENT PAGE!

Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Marzo

05 Monday Mar 2018

Posted by in #ChicasWhoGive, Donate, Education, Estrella de Mes, Fundraiser, Leadership, technology, Volunteer

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Chicas Latinas de Sacramento has existed in the Sacramento community for 9 years, thanks to the hard work and dedication of many amazing individuals. To celebrate Sacramento’s Latina Leaders, and our behind-the-scenes (s)heroes, we’re thrilled to highlight and introduce to the community our shining star for the month of Marzo/March!

Chicas Latinas’ Estrella del Mes: Marzo/Star of the Month: March

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Natalia Chavez — Lead Coordinator of Chicas Latinas’ first Laptop Drive* 

How long have you been a part of Chicas Latinas de Sacramento?

I’ve been a part of Chicas since November 2016.

What’s your favorite aspect of being a Chicas member?

Meeting other women who have a desire to make an impact in the community.

What do you love about Sacramento?

I love midtown – there’s so many restaurants and bars within walking distance.

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Why did you join Chicas?

I joined Chicas because I had an idea that I wanted to pursue – collecting gently used laptops, refurbishing, and donating them to students who need computers at home. I pitched the idea to Chicas and they supported me and my idea!

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What are your interest and hobbies?

Salsa dancing, hiking, and traveling.

If you could have one superpower, what would it be and how would you use it?

The ability to touch a book and consume all the information in the book. I wish I were a faster reader and this superpower would allow me to read all the books I wanted in an instant!

Name one fun fact about yourself:

I was a co-captain of my salsa team in college.

What or who inspires you?

People who take risks and aren’t afraid to fail.

Where is the best place you’ve traveled and why?

There’s so many places, it’s hard to name one.  I would say Cuba because it was completely different from other places I’ve traveled; Cubans were very friendly and the music was amazing!

 

*Chicas Latinas Laptop Drive: Bridges the digital divide by supplying pre-owned laptops to students who lack access to computers in the Sacramento region. There were 200 applicants, but only the top eight and most deserving youth received gently used and refurbished laptops. Chicas Latinas de Sacramento aspires to receive more laptop donations from community partners in the near future.