Join us virtually or in-person to celebrate the launch of Raices Chicago Story Coalition!

Get to know the founders and learn about our cultivation practice to seed and support the archival efforts that preserve our Chicago Latine stories. We will share upcoming projects, how you can get involved as a Latine or non-Latine community member, and help us raise funds to support our work. But this is also a party, so come have delicious food and maybe dance a little to celebrate the planting of Raices Chicago. We look forward to connecting and collaborating with Chicagoland story tellers!

Please register here.

In the borderland between El Paso and Ciudad Juarez, thousands of women have tragically vanished since 1993, their lives abruptly cut short by nameless malevolent forces. Their names matter and their story must be told even when the headlines fade away. Just because something is common doesn’t mean it is right and The Lost Women of Juarez is a fight against becoming desensitized to the horror of femicide in Juarez.  Julianna Rubio Slager, a Chicana with a deep personal connection to the story, approaches it with sensitivity, empathy, and authenticity. Influenced by her heritage, her choreographic style combines contemporary ballet, traditional Mexican dances, and storytelling techniques. Through her vision, she will give life to the stories of these women, capturing their essence and the emotional journey they endured.

Join Raices and Ballet 5:8 for this powerful performance. Use the code RAICES for $5 off your ticket. You can purchase tickets here.