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✨ “The old protect the young, and then the young protect the old.” ✨
When our volunteers recently watched The Mandalorian and Grogu, this single line echoed far beyond the screen. It captured the living heartbeat of our mission at the Women’s Intercultural Center.
We often imagine protection as a shield, something physical and immediate. Yet real protection is deeper. Real protection is empowerment. It is the slow, courageous work of breaking cycles that were never meant to continue.
When we offer tools, education, and a safe space, we are doing more than helping participants reach goals. We are walking beside them as they take on the profound work of healing from trauma. Because trauma that is not transformed is transmitted. And when a woman heals, she protects the next generation from carrying what she carried alone.
Every day, we witness a powerful circle in motion:
The Foundation: We provide the resources, stability, and care women need to stand strong.
The Shield: As they heal and grow, they become the protectors and providers their families rely on.
The Future: Their children, raised in the light of healed mothers, grow into confident, resilient adults who will one day protect their elders, their neighbors, and their community.
This is generational healing in action. We pour into women, they pour into their families, and eventually, the empowered youth rise to lift us all. Change doesn’t happen through isolated acts; it happens through a continuous, sacred promise between generations.
This is how we rewrite the future, one empowered woman at a time.
Mary Carter
Editor & Executive Director
Women’s Intercultural Center
A Small Act of Comfort on a Hot Week
A small act of comfort can mean everything on a hot week.
Recently, one of our WInC family members reached out because her young son’s room had become unbearably warm during these long, hot days. She asked if we had a fan available. At that moment, we didn’t and we wished we did.
Yet kindness has a way of circling back.
Not long after, we received a donated fan thanks to the steady generosity of Walmart. As soon as it arrived, we were able to place it directly into her hands. It was a simple item, yet it meant her son could sleep more comfortably and safely.
In moments like this WInC pays attention. We respond when we can. And we make sure families don’t face everyday challenges alone.
We’re grateful for the support that helps us keep saying yes, one small act of comfort at a time.
A Joyful Moment Worth Celebrating
Arianna and Lorenzo just gave our whole WInC family a reason to smile. Arianna’s mom, one of our beloved former volunteers, shared the beautiful news that her daughter is engaged, and our hearts are full.
In the middle of a baseball game, with all the noise and excitement swirling around them, Lorenzo chose the perfect moment to ask Arianna to spend her life with him. Right there on the field, surrounded by cheers, he proposed and she said yes. It was the kind of joyful, public celebration of love that feels like a movie scene, yet it’s even better because it’s theirs.
We’re sending Arianna and Lorenzo all our love as they begin this new chapter. May their life together be filled with the same courage, joy, and wholehearted love that shined in that moment on the baseball field.
Honoring Those Who Gave Everything
On Memorial Day, the Women’s Intercultural Center paused to remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
These heroes came from every culture, every background, every walk of life united by courage, service, and a commitment to something greater than themselves. Their stories are woven into the fabric of our nation, and their legacies continue to shape the freedoms we hold today.
We hold a special place in our hearts for the courageous men and women in uniform who gave their lives, and for the resilient families who carry their memory forward. Fathers and mothers, husbands and wives, sons and daughters their love, strength, and sacrifice endure long after the final salute.
We remember them today, and always.
A Growing Little Library
Over a hundred new books have found their way into the WInC Little Library along with a few games and movies that are already bringing smiles to families who stop by.
Each donation adds something special: a new story to discover, a quiet moment of escape, a game that brings people together, or a movie that turns an ordinary evening into family time. What began as a simple shelf has grown into a place where generosity shows up repeatedly.
The Little Library continues to thrive because our community believes in sharing what we have so others can enjoy it too. Every book, every game, every movie brightens someone’s day in ways we may never fully see.
And we love watching it grow.
Help Shape the Future of the City of Anthony
The City of Anthony is asking residents to help shape the future of the Dos Lagos Project area and your voice truly matters.
Right now, the City is gathering public feedback on potential roadway renaming options for J.P. Jaquez Road and Chebo Murillo Road. As development planning continues, they’re exploring naming themes that reflect who we are and who we’re becoming as a community, including:
✨ Local history ✨ Community culture ✨ Our Veterans ✨ Regional identity ✨ The future vision of Dos Lagos
This is a chance for residents to share ideas, offer suggestions, and help ensure that the names chosen honor the people, stories, and values that make Anthony unique.
Your perspective matters. Make your voice heard by participating in the City’s public survey and sharing your thoughts, comments, or name suggestions.
🔗 Take the Survey Here: https://docs.google.com/.../1esCNCvLgEhrS7c44.../viewform...
Disclaimer: The Women’s Intercultural Center is sharing this information as a resource to help keep our community informed. We are an independent nonprofit organization and are not affiliated with or part of the City of Anthony government.
A Sweet Surprise from Our WInC Family
The Center is always full of wonderful surprises, and it’s all thanks to our incredible participants.
This week, Rosa brightened everyone’s day with a gift straight from the heart: a box full of beautiful Aloe Vera plants for our WInC community. She wrapped each root with care and tied them with sweet red ribbons, turning every plant into a small act of kindness.
These lovely gifts have been finding their way into the hands of participants, volunteers, and visitors, bringing smiles, gratitude, and a little extra green to our days.
Thank you, Rosa, for your generosity and for filling the Center with so much joy. It’s gestures like yours that make WInC feel like home.
An Un‑Beet‑able Afternoon at WInC
Lettuce tell you about an un‑beet‑able afternoon!
La Semilla really turniped up the generosity this week by delivering 27 fresh veggie boxes to the Center. Their surprise delivery brought so much energy into the building that it even struck a chord with our guitar class.
Our citizenship class and visitors thought the unexpected treat was absolutely radish, and the smiles were contagious. And in perfect timing, a first‑time guest walked in at just the right thyme to receive a healthy, unexpected blessing.
From our tomatoes to our toes, we are feeling incredibly grateful. Thank you, La Semilla, for planting such goodness in our community and helping nourish families.
A Burrito Surprise to Brighten the Day
The best kind of surprise? A burrito surprise!
This week, our volunteers were treated to the sweetest act of kindness from Mari, who took the time to make special burritos for all of us.
It was a simple gesture that filled the Center with smiles, gratitude, and that unmistakable feeling of being part of a family that looks out for one another.
Thank you, Mari, for the delicious treat made with love.
A Sweet Stop at Nibbles Exotic Munchie Market
Our volunteers took a well‑deserved break this week and made their way to Nibbles Exotic Munchie Market, where they stocked up on some of their delicious snacks and drinks. Nothing beats sharing a moment of joy, discovering new flavors together, and supporting a business that brings something fun and unique to our city.
Supporting local is something we live. Every visit, every smile, every bite helps strengthen the heart of our community.
📍 Nibbles Exotic Munchie Market located at 880 Anthony Drive, Suite 1 Anthony, NM
Let’s keep showing love to the small businesses that make Anthony vibrant and full of flavor.
A Spine‑Tingling Surprise for Our Little Library
Talk about a binding commitment to our community! Walmart just gave us a spine‑tingling surprise by donating 54 romance novels to the WInC Little Library, and we are totally checked out over this.
Each book adds a new spark of joy to our shelves with stories of love, hope, and happy endings that our readers adore. What began as a simple Little Library continues to grow because of generous partners who believe in sharing the magic of reading with our community.
Thank you, Walmart, for helping us keep the pages turning and the smiles coming.
Creativity in Full Color
So much incredible talent is blooming in our art classes. This week, we’ve loved watching a beautiful hummingbird painting come to life with each brushstroke full of focus, wellness, and quiet creativity.
What makes this moment even more special is that the artist behind it, Deborah, is the youngest student in our art class. Her dedication, patience, and eye for detail shine through in every layer of color she added. Creativity has no age limit, and every artist brings something uniquely their own to the canvas.
We’re so proud of the talent growing in our community and grateful for the joy our students bring into the Center each day.
Our Team Truly Does It All
Our team truly does it all. Every day, they show up with dedication, compassion, and a deep commitment to supporting our participants in ways that often go unseen but never go unfelt.
Whether they’re working behind the scenes or sitting one‑on‑one with someone who needs guidance, their impact is powerful. Here’s just a glimpse of how they serve our community:
Running Citizenship Interview Simulations: They help participants build confidence, practice their responses, and walk into their interviews feeling prepared and supported.
Making Sure Participants Receive Crucial Immigration Notices: They track, organize, and communicate important updates so families never miss a step in their process.
Expertly Navigating and Completing Immigration Paperwork: They guide participants through forms that can feel overwhelming, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and peace of mind.
Every task, every conversation, every moment of support reflects their heart for this work.
Thank you to our amazing team for being the ultimate support system; the steady hands and warm voices our community can always count on.
Stay Alert: Keep Track of Your Immigration Case
If you’ve applied for citizenship, a visa, or any immigration benefit, staying informed is one of the most important steps you can take. Agencies like U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) often send updates by email or mail when action is needed such as submitting documents, attending appointments, or confirming details.
Missed notices can lead to delays or denial of your case, so checking in regularly helps keep your process moving forward.
Here are two simple ways to stay on top of your case:
✅ Sign in to your USCIS account often Your online account will show the most up‑to‑date information, including messages, notices, and next steps.
✅ Verify official messages USCIS emails come from addresses ending in uscis.gov. Always doublecheck before clicking any links.
Staying alert helps you move forward confidently and avoid unnecessary delays on your journey toward residency or citizenship.
Disclaimer: This post is for general awareness only and does not provide legal advice. For specific questions, visit USCIS.gov or contact an accredited immigration service provider.
A Sweet Surprise from Connie
Thank you, Connie, for the yummy cupcakes you brought for your peers in the skincare class and for our volunteers. Your sweet surprise added so much joy to the day, and your kindness truly brightened the whole room.
What makes gestures like this so special is the care you put into everything you share with our WInC community. Whether it’s a treat, a smile, or a moment of encouragement, you always lift others with your generosity and warmth.
We’re grateful to you, Connie and for the way you make WInC feel like a place where kindness is always on the menu.
Closing Out National Hamburger Day the WInC Way
WInC volunteers closed out National Hamburger Day with a delicious treat from Legend Burger, and it turned into a joyful celebration.
We paused, sat together, and enjoyed a meal as a team. The burgers were a hit, yet the company was even better. Laughter, conversation, and a chance to simply be together made the afternoon feel special.
Thank you to our volunteers for bringing heart, humor, and dedication to every day and for making even a casual burger lunch feel like community.
To the Women Who Were Told School Was Not for Them
Many Mexican women grew up hearing that school was not for them. They were told their place was at home, helping the family, working wherever they were needed, preparing for a future where a husband would “take care of them.” Some carried dreams of classrooms they never entered, books they never opened, and careers they were never allowed to imagine. And yet, even without the chance to study, they made sure their children would.
Some of these women still sit quietly and wonder why their parents told them they didn’t need to become “somebody.” They wonder why they believed it. They wonder why they carried that weight for so long. Yet the truth is this: they were never nobodies. They were warriors shaped by sacrifice, responsibility, and love.
These women left everything familiar behind such as their language, their land, their families, and their memories to cross into a country where they had to start from zero. They worked long hours, often in silence, so their children could speak loudly in classrooms, walk proudly across graduation stages, and step into professional careers their mothers once only dreamed of. They gave their children a home, a full plate, and a future.
To every woman who lived this story: you are the foundation on which generations stand. You are the courage that moved a family forward. You are the reason your children learned to dream bigger than circumstance. You are proof that education is not only found in schools; it is found in fortitude, in wisdom, in the way you taught your children to rise.
You were told you didn’t need to be somebody. Yet you became the very reason somebody else could become everything they are today.
This message is for you the women who carried the weight, who crossed the border, who worked without rest, who believed in their children even when no one believed in them. You are more than strong. You are more than brave. You are the quiet architects of possibility. If you ever doubt your worth, remember this: your story is the reason another story could begin.
A Flavorful Summer Begins Next Week
Summer ICAN Classes begin next week, and we can already feel the excitement in the kitchen.
From June through August, our ICAN Nutrition & Cooking Classes will bring together adults and students in 3rd–5th grade to learn, create, and taste delicious new snacks and meals. Whether you’re hoping to brush up on your own kitchen skills or introduce your kids to healthy, fun eating, there’s a spot for you at the table.
🗓️ When: June 3 – August 12
👨🍳 Who: Adults & Students (3rd–5th grade)
📚 Classes are bilingual (Both classes will take place in the same room.)
These sessions are hands‑on, welcoming, and full of the kind of learning that brings families and community members together. Come join us, try something new, and let’s make this a flavorful summer.
A Sweet Surprise for Our Team!
A HUGE shoutout to the amazing Paty for spoiling our hardworking volunteers this week!
She surprised us with an incredibly delicious, perfectly golden, homemade cake, the kind that lifts everyone’s spirits the moment it arrives. It was baked with so much care, and it gave our team the perfect boost to keep going strong.
We couldn’t do what we do without the constant dedication of our volunteers, and thoughtful treats like this make the hard work even sweeter.
Thank you, Paty, for the wonderful dessert and thank you to our entire volunteer team for everything you do. You bring heart, joy, and commitment to every single day, and we are so grateful for you.
Meet the Newest Little Member of Our WInC Community!
Say hello to the newest little member of our WInC family; a tiny, adorable mouse fresh out of our summer semester crochet class!
What started as a simple ball of yarn slowly transformed, loop by loop, into this charming little masterpiece. Watching it come to life demonstrates our participant’s patience, creativity, focus, and the joy of making something with her own hands.
Every project tells a story, and this little guy carries the pride and excitement of a participant who learned, practiced, and stitched their way to something truly delightful.
Here’s to more creations, more imagination, and more moments that make our WInC community smile.
