RHG Magazine September 2024 | Page 12

Meet Gabriela Ramirez-Arellano and Esmeralda Aharon: Co-Founders of Latinas Rising LLC

We are thrilled to have Gabriela and Esmeralda join us this month! Gabriela is dedicated to community advocacy and channels her personal experiences into empowering others through small business support, economic development, and collaborative efforts, all while being inspired daily by her children to make the world a better place.

Esmeralda, a combat veteran specialized in Religious Affairs and a community leader, is a builder of belonging and a champion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, dedicated to advancing social equity, enhancing employee retention, and driving community engagement while advocating for marginalized communities.

Latinas Rising, LLC is a consulting and empowerment firm dedicated to elevating Latina

voices in all facets of their professional and personal lives. Our mission is to empower Latinas and the organizations that support them, to create a strong sense of belonging, and build a thriving community through expert consulting, authorship, mentorship, and community-building initiatives.

~Describe something our readers can look forward to discovering in your book Calladitas Rising: Reclaiming Your Power, Strength, and Voice:

The reader will uncover the strength,

resilience, and beauty within themselves

and our authors. Readers will learn how

the authors have reclaimed their power,

strength, and voice and have it as a path for

their own journey to reclaiming their

voices and igniting their own paths to

greatness.

~ What are a few tips you can give our

readers to help them step forward in their

life powerfully?

1. **Embrace Your Authentic Voice**:

Your voice is your most powerful tool—

don’t be afraid to use it. Whether in

personal relationships or professional

settings, speaking your truth can unlock

doors you never imagined. Remember,

your experiences and perspectives are

unique and valuable. The courage to

express yourself authentically can inspire

change in others and help you build a life

that truly reflects who you are.