In this episode of the Amiga Mia Talk Show, host Amiga Mia speaks with Alejandra Angeles (Ale), co-founder of Gals en Australia, a community dedicated to supporting Latin women in their professional and personal journeys.
They discuss the challenges faced by Latina professionals in Australia, the importance of community, language, and the initiatives Gals en Australia has implemented to empower women, including the Gals Tribe mentoring program.
Plus the significance of the upcoming She Rises event, and the broader impact of their work on future generations.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Gals in Australia
02:47 The Birth of Gals: A Community for Latinas
11:34 The Evolution of Gals: From Spanish to Trilingual
15:53 Challenges Faced by Latin Professionals in Australia
25:09. Empowering Women: The Gals Tribe Mentoring Program
28:58 Navigating Retirement and Superannuation for Migrants
31:10 Empowering Women Through Resume Building
32:14 Creating a Safe Community for Women
35:41 The Purpose Behind Gals in Australia
38:42 Introducing She Rises: A Celebration of Latina Leadership
51:57 Reflections on Being Latina in Australia
She Rises | Australia’s First Summit Celebrating Latina & Hispanic Leaders
Summit dedicated to celebrating Latina and Hispanic women, bringing together leaders, advocates, and allies to create a more inclusive future.
Through talks, panels, and networking, we aim to empower migrant women, share experiences, and strengthen the Latina community in Australia.
Uniting Migrant Women, Advocates & Allies for a More Inclusive Future
📅 Date: Thursday 1 May 2025
📍 Venue: The Capitol Theatre, 113 Swanston Street, Melbourne
⏰ Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM
She Rises: Inaugural Summit Honouring Latina & Hispanic Leaders
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