The border town of Juarez, Mexico has been nicknamed “The Capital of Murdered Women” because more than 400 women have been found raped, mutilated and murdered. Almost of all of these women worked in American owned factories, all created by NAFTA. Working with Amnesty International and superstar Jennifer Lopez, Barbara will outline steps that will empower listeners so they may stop the femicide that is occurring only 50 yards away from the United States.
LULAC Night at UALR - Friday, October 12, Donaghey Student Center, Leadership Lounge • 6:00 pm.
Meet the members of LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) and find out more about the history of the Mexican Civil Rights movement. A 30-minute documentary film will be shown, and refreshments will be provided.
LULAC Presents: Una Noche Mas! - Wednesday, October 17
Donaghey Student Center, Upper Concourse • 6:00 pm.
Enjoy music, food and a great time as we mark the end of a wonderful month of events!
For more information about these events, please contact the UALR Office of Campus Life at (501) 569-3308.
All events are free and open to the public. Free parking will be available. www.ualr.edu/campuslife
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