As a global region of diverse histories, cultures, languages, and political systems, Latin America offers vital perspectives on some of today’s most pressing challenges, including migration, democracy, environmental justice, and cultural expression.
Organized by the Outreach Program at the UCLA Latin American Institute, this series brings together scholars and community partners to explore how Latin American experiences and cultural knowledge can foster dialogue that connects diverse perspectives, enriches K–12 education, and promotes interdisciplinary exchange. By connecting academic research with contemporary global concerns, the series highlights Latin America’s ongoing role in shaping international conversations.
Location: Via Zoom
Invited Speakers
October 13, 2025. 5pm - 6pm
O tempo tá doido! Climate & justice in Amazonia
Speaker: Benjamin Kantner, PhD candidate in the Department of Geography at UCLA.
October 27, 2025 5pm - 6pm
Recycled Sounds, Renewed Futures: The Story of the Cateura Orchestra
Speaker: Favio Chávez, director of the Recycled Orchestra of Cateura in Paraguay
November 6, 2025 5pm - 6pm
Latin American Culture as a Source of Political Resistance Among the Migrant Community in the United States
Speaker: Gaspar Rivera Salgado, Director of Center of Mexican Studies