Join us for a powerful afternoon of storytelling, reflection, and community as we celebrate the voices of the Somos Xicanas Anthology—envisioned and edited by literary luminary Luz Schweig, published by Riot of Roses Publishing House, and now a finalist for the International Latino Book Awards in two categories.

Grounded in the conviction that “We will not be silent. We will continue to resist with our stories, our medicine, our presence,” this gathering brings together a dynamic representation of writers whose work embodies resilience, healing, and collective memory.

Featured Readers

• Dr. Martha Rivas

• Sonia Gutierrez

• Gaby Moreno

• Inez Gonzalez Perezchica

• Natalia Rivas

• Brenda Vaca

We will also be joined by Dulce Stein, curator of the exhibition XICANA! San Diego, who will share insight into her curatorial vision. The event will open with a prayer and blessing offered by Dr. Angélica M. Yañez.

About the Exhibition

This program is presented in conjunction with XICANA! San Diego, curated by Dulce Stein, organized in collaboration with ESMoA. SOMOS XICANAS is presented by Riot of Roses Publishing House. The exhibition is on view June 21 – November 2, 2025, at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, Museum.