Community voices
Independent reporting and public records about belonging, education, memory, language, art, and community care through Oaxaca en Utah.
Why these stories matter
Each story is presented in its original context with clear source credit and respect for the people whose experiences it preserves.
Each link opens at the original publisher so readers can explore the full context in the source's own words.
Documented stories
A selection of ways Oaxaca en Utah's work has appeared in schools, arts spaces, celebrations, and local reporting.
Belonging & cultural pride
KSL documented how Oaxaca en Utah creates a place for Oaxacan families to recognize one another, share their heritage, and invite Utah neighbors into the celebration.
Youth, language & identity
KSL's reporting on La Guelaguetza described a public space for Indigenous culture, Oaxacan identity, and languages including Zapoteco to remain visible across generations.
Education & access
North Davis Preparatory Academy reported that Oaxaca en Utah, together with then Consul General of Mexico José Borjón, presented Spanish-language books to the school at the beginning of the 2022–23 school year.
Memory, tradition & welcome
Local reporting has shown how Día de los Muertos gatherings can hold grief and joy together while welcoming neighbors to learn about the meaning of the tradition.
Art & public life
Utah Public Radio documented Oaxaca en Utah sharing Oaxacan clothing, dance, and visual culture at a public Salt Lake City arts gathering.
Culture in performance
Oaxaca en Utah participated in the 2023 Celebración Sinfónica pre-concert festival, part of Utah Symphony | Utah Opera's public celebration of Latin American arts and culture.
In remembrance
Please note: the linked reporting discusses domestic violence and loss.
KSL covered a Día de los Muertos remembrance for Gaby Ramos and other people whose lives were lost to domestic violence. This story is included as a record of remembrance and community care, with respect for the people and families affected.
Your experience matters
If Oaxaca en Utah has been part of your family's story, you may invite the organization to consider it for this collection. Names, quotations, and photographs are published only with clear permission.