Marisa Trevino, Author at Women's eNews

Arrests of Female Teens for Violent Crime Grow

By Marisa Trevino ● Arts & Culture ● December 14, 2003

As more female U.S. teens are being detained for violent offenses, researchers are wondering if they really are more violent. Those who work with the offenders also talk about what can–but often isn’t–being done to help them.

Rising Numbers of Latina Teens Trying Suicide

By Marisa Trevino ● Uncategorized ● August 27, 2002

A new study finds that Hispanic girls, a group usually thought to be in a low-risk category for suicide because of the strong family ties, are now increasingly likely to attempt to take their own lives.

Latinas Increasingly Running for, Winning Office

By Marisa Trevino ● Politics ● November 25, 2001

Latinas are surging ahead in politics. They win elections more often than Latinos and other women. Increasingly, they are formalizing their knowledge and skills and learning how to run campaigns, develop an image and raise money.

Latina Playwrights Probe Collision of Cultures

By Marisa Trevino ● Uncategorized ● August 26, 2001

Today’s Latina playwrights are transcending the tradition of imposed silences and lifting their voices to explore colliding cultures, explode stereotypes and probe sexuality, spirituality and loss.

Latina Businesses Increase 200 Percent in 10 Years

By Marisa Trevino ● Employment ● June 25, 2001

Census data indicate that Latina-owned businesses increased by more than 200 percent over a 10-year period. Still, they face problems of financing and acceptance.

Latina Teens Often Turning Away from School

By Marisa Trevino ● Arts & Culture ● March 22, 2001

A new study from the American Association of University Women indicates that Latina teens are dropping out of high school in response to multiple pressures, including the need to help their families and low-expectations from biased educators.

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