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September 9, 2025 53 mins

In this episode of Healing Generations, Maestro Jerry Tello engages in a profound dialogue with Rebeca Barrera, exploring themes of cultural identity, advocacy for children, and the importance of community support. They discuss personal histories, the impact of cultural heritage on resilience, and the significance of bilingual education. The conversation highlights the journey of leadership and the collective efforts needed to uplift communities, particularly in the context of early childhood education and children's rights. Through shared experiences and reflections, they emphasize the importance of grounding oneself in cultura and the power of giving back to the community.

 

 

Chapters:

 

00:00 Introduction

 

02:25 Meeting Rebeca Barrera

 

04:59 Personal History and Cultural Identity

 

12:16 The Importance of Cultural Identity in Healing

 

18:55 Early Childhood Education and Community Impact

 

27:52 Advocacy for Children's Rights and Education

 

31:17 Bilingual Education and Literature

 

39:49 Cultura and Community Engagement

 

44:10 Reflections on Life's Journey and Advice for Future Generations

 

 

To learn more about Somos Cultura y Más, visit: https://www.somosculturaymas.org/

 

To reach out, visit: https://www.somosculturaymas.org/contact

 

 

And to learn more about the National Compadres Network, please visit:

 

Website: https://nationalcompadresnetwork.org/

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/la.cultura.cura/

 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/laculturacura

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/national.compadres.network

 

Email: HGP@compadresnetwork.org 

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