Welcome to "Chezuba Talks," where we highlight remarkable nonprofits making a difference in our world. Today we dive into the inspiring story of Con Mi Madre, based in Austin, Texas.

In this episode, we're joined by Johanna Fabregas, the Executive Director of Con Mi Madre, which translates to "With My Mother" in English. Founded in 1992 as a project of the Junior League of Austin, Con Mi Madre was a response to the stark statistic that Latina girls from low-income families had less than a 1% chance of graduating from college.

Recognizing the critical role of family support in educational success, Con Mi Madre empowers young Latina women from sixth grade onward, involving their mothers to guide and support them on their journey to higher education.

Johanna shares the organization's journey from inception to its current comprehensive program spanning sixth through twelfth grades.

Learn how Con Mi Madre identifies and supports students, partners with schools and community organizations, and provides bilingual workshops, college tours, and mentoring programs to foster academic achievement and personal growth.

Discover the profound impact of Con Mi Madre through stories like Carina's, a former participant who went on to receive a Harvard fellowship and establish her own nonprofit supporting women in remote Latin American communities.

Join us as we explore the challenges, successes, and transformative power of Con Mi Madre's mission to break educational barriers, strengthen communities, and empower future generations through the bond between mothers and daughters.