The women of the Young Lords weren’t on the sidelines.
They organized, led, challenged injustice, and helped shape one of the most influential movements for Puerto Rican self-determination and social change.
Revisiting Herstories: The Young Lords Party shines a light on their experiences, leadership, and lasting impact.
Their stories are movement history.
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RED SUGARCANE PRESS presents distinct voices from the grassroots of the Puerto Rican, Latin@ and African diasporas whose works break new ground.
RED SUGARCANE PRESS is dedicated to promoting the history and culture of the Puerto Rican and African diasporas in the Americas. Our authors are rooted in the journey of indigenous and African peoples who from the time of enslavement to the present have struggled for human rights and triumphed through the courage and tenacity of many generations.
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