Join the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Latinos in Philanthropy employee resource group and the Gates Foundation Discovery Center for an inspiring evening with acclaimed writer, artist, and philanthropist, Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, as we celebrate Latine/Hispanic Heritage Month.
This special event will feature a compelling conversation between Edgardo and Isabel Muñoz-Colón, Senior Program Officer at the Gates Foundation’s WA State Initiatives. Together, they will delve into the transformative power of storytelling, the importance of representation in media, and the rich cultural heritage that informs Edgardo’s work. The discussion will also highlight how his artistic endeavors intersect with pressing global issues like climate change, education, and gender equality, illustrating how art can be a catalyst for social change and community empowerment.
Event Schedule
- 4:15-5:15 p.m. Enjoy music by Otoqui Reyes e Hijos de Agüeybaná, grab a bite to eat from OSJ International, and explore the galleries and visit partner tables.
- 5-6 p.m. The program begins in the Welcome Gallery and virtually.
- 6-7 p.m. Book signing, explore the galleries and visit partner tables.
Register at the website below.
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