Every moment is an organizing opportunity, every person is an activist, every minute is a chance to change the world!– Dolores Huerta, Co-Founder of La Union del Pueblo Entero |
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It is with immense pride and excitement that I bring you this special edition of our LUPE Newsletter. After a month's hiatus, following the devastating floods that impacted a majority of our community in the RGV, I want to highlight the strength and resilience of our community during these challenging times. I am extremely proud to call myself an RGV native through and through, and I am certain that everyone who participated in our 22nd Annual Cesar Chavez March last Saturday would share this same cultural reverence.
April 26th was more than a celebration—it was a declaration. A declaration of our roots, the legacy of our founders, Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, and of our refusal to stay silent in the face of uncertainty. Our presence was loud, proud, and defiant. Because one thing is for certain, the RGV does not back down.
I invite you to read more about this powerful day, the stories shared, and the chants heard through the streets of Alamo-San Juan in this newsletter dedicated to all the trailblazers who accompanied us and made this event possible both in spirit and in presence. p.s be sure to stick around until the end of the newsletter for some exciting upcoming events. 👀 |
In solidarity, Estefania and the LUPE Team ❤️ |
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Edna Elicerio, a strong woman, mother, and fearless community leader, has tirelessly championed LUPE initiatives, leading our Immigration Committee and taking a public stand against anti-immigrant legislation. Last year, she was awarded grand Marshall for her unwavering efforts in fighting for what all aspiring citizens deserve, to live freely and without the fear of being uprooted from their homes. We are more than grateful to have members with powerful stories to share. This 22nd Annual Cesar Chavez March, Edna shared a powerful testament to the reality of the exploitation workers experience at their workplace. |
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This year, we were honored to have one of our own active LUPE members, Norberto Garza, serve as the MC for our 22nd Annual Cesar Chavez March. Norberto has played an integral role in may of LUPE's initiatives and actions, consistently showing up– from phone banks to protests– to advocate for the issues most important to our community.
At Saturday's march, Norberto led the crowd in powerful chants and was joined on stage by fellow compañerxs en la lucha, who each shared moving testimonies on critical issues such as healthcare, LGBTQ+ visibility, workers' rights, immigration, and education. Their stories powerfully reclaimed their narratives and highlighted the resilience of our community. Maribel, Ana, Francisco, and Caroline exemplified the importance of uplifting the voices of our pueblo.
To read more about their testimonies, click the button below. |
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A huge THANK YOU to our incredible sponsors for supporting this year’s César Chávez Marcha!✊🏽 Your partnership helped make this powerful day of unity, resistance, and community possible.
Together, we uplift the legacy of César Chávez and continue the fight for justice. 💛 |
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March 27th Flood Recovery Response: In Community and Unity |
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Originally scheduled for March 29th, the march was postponed due to devastating floods that swept through our region. But even in crisis, our community didn’t stand still. LUPE members and volunteers immediately shifted into action—hosting town halls, canvassing colonias to assess needs, and leading rapid-response efforts.
To read more about our post flood efforts and how the RGV sprang into action following the March 27th storm, check out our volunteer appreciation post. |
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Check Out Our 22nd Annual Cesar Chavez March Recap Blog Post! |
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On April 26th, our LUPE family and community came together in a wave of red shirts, marching down Business 83 in a powerful show of unity, resilience, and radical joy. Our annual César Chávez March—rooted in legacy and charged with the spirit of Movimiento Resistencia—was a vibrant reminder that despite adversity, we show up for each other. To read more about our 22nd Annual Cesar Chavez March, check out our blog post! |
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Tune in to our two part 140 Days Podcast episode now streaming! |
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This month, LUPE's civic engagement team continued to push back against harmful legislation moving through the 89th Legislative Session. From school voucher bills to voter suppression efforts, our dedicated team traveled to the Capitol in Austin to testify about the negative impacts these measures would have on Valley residents. For updates on the bills our Civic Engagement Team is tracking, tune in to our podcast, available on SoundCloud, Spotify, and YouTube. |
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LUPE YOUTH: Youth Capitol Takeover Recap |
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Last week, LUPE Youth joined over 500 young leaders from across Texas gathered at the Texas Capitol to demand action on issues that are important to us. Together, we sent a clear message: young Texans are watching, organizing, and demanding better. Read more about our trip to the capitol by clicking the link below! |
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7th Biennial LUPE Gala
Sowing Seeds Of Change: “Our Roots, Our Power” |
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SAVE THE DATE for October 16th 2025.
An evening dedicated to celebrating the strength, unity and resilience of our community. Sowing seeds of change: “Our roots, Our Power”, helps us reflect on the deep connection of our history and the collective power we wield to build a just future.
Join us on MAYRIN EVENT CENTER
📍1117 Alberta Dr, Edinburg, TX 78542
This event is open to the public. There is no charge to RSVP, limited seating available, click the button below for more information. |
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2nd Annual LUPE Pride Celebration |
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We are excited to announce that our 2nd Annual LUPE Pride Celebration two-day extravaganza finally has set dates! Friday, June 6th, we will be having a Teach-In about the LGBTQ+, and Saturday, June 26, 2025, we will be celebrating LUPE’s second Pride event. Be sure to join our LGBTQ+ Committee and be ready to party in community! |
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Resistance & Resilience: Rooted in Resilience |
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Trucha & LUPE are collabing! Join for our next Resistance and Resilience event where we’ll be planting native plants with the Native Plant Project, we’ll be giving away free seedbombs, and building community. Because resistance takes root in the soil, ¡aquí estamos & no nos vamos!
🗓️ Saturday, May 17, 2025
📍 1601 US-83 BUS, San Juan TX
🕙 10AM – 1PM |
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Coming Soon: Civic Engagement Virtual Rally |
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LUPE is joining the gaming world of ROBLOX in this next venture, but we need your help to make this a reality! The LUPE Civic Engagement Team is looking for talented individuals to help us build a world on the ROBLOX Online Gaming Platform for a Virtual Rally Event! If you or someone you know is interested in helping our vision come to life send a us a DM on our socials. Someone from our team will be in contact to share more details about this exciting project! |
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