The Time Is Ya

The Time Is Ya Our organization is a Latino-led community organization rooted in culturally-specific practices and services that focus on lifting up our community.

The purpose of our educational workshops and forums is to promote civic participation, voter registration, and education.

👀 Speaker reveal #2 for Latinos in Education — two more to know:Karla Valdez → Workshop Speaker, Spanish Teacher. Immig...
08/26/2026

👀 Speaker reveal #2 for Latinos in Education — two more to know:

Karla Valdez → Workshop Speaker, Spanish Teacher. Immigrated to the U.S. at age 10, first in her family to graduate college (B.A. Spanish, Sacramento State; M.A. Educational Technology). Now she teaches the language and the lesson: your story is an asset, not an obstacle.

Julian Cuevas → Speaker, Founder & Principal of Third Space Advisory Group, President of the Dixon Unified School District Board of Education. Son of Mexican immigrants turning a decade of policy and advocacy experience into real systems change across housing, climate, and education.

A classroom and a boardroom — proof that our community is shaping education from every seat in the room.

Two down, more to go 👇

📅 Oct 3, 2026 · 🕘 9AM–1PM
📍 Dixon High School, 555 College Way, Dixon, CA 95620
Register in bio. The time is YA! 💛

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👀 Revelación de speakers #2 para Latinos en la Educación — dos más para conocer:

Karla Valdez → Conferencista de Taller, Maestra de Español. Inmigró a EE.UU. a los 10 años, primera de su familia en graduarse de la universidad (B.A. en Español, Sacramento State; Maestría en Tecnología Educativa). Hoy enseña el idioma y la lección: tu historia es una fortaleza, no un obstáculo.

Julian Cuevas → Speaker, Fundador y Principal de Third Space Advisory Group, Presidente de la Mesa Directiva de Dixon Unified School District. Hijo de inmigrantes mexicanos, convierte más de una década de experiencia en política y defensoría en cambios reales en vivienda, clima y educación.

Un salón de clases y una sala de juntas — prueba de que nuestra comunidad está formando la educación desde cada asiento.

Van dos, faltan más 👇

📅 3 de octubre, 2026 · 🕘 9AM–1PM
📍 Dixon High School, 555 College Way, Dixon, CA 95620
Regístrate en el link de nuestra bio. ¡El tiempo es YA! 💛

👋 Kicking things off — our first speaker reveals for Latinos in Education!José Rivas, MPA, EdD → Workshop Speaker, Found...
08/21/2026

👋 Kicking things off — our first speaker reveals for Latinos in Education!

José Rivas, MPA, EdD → Workshop Speaker, Founder of RivasWorks LLC & FirstGen Connect. Once a migrant farm worker, now a higher ed leader (Ed.D. USC, MPA CSU Hayward, B.A. UC Berkeley) opening doors nationwide for first-gen students and professionals.

Saúl Ramírez → Workshop Speaker, Financial Aid Director at Cal Poly Maritime Academy. 18+ years helping students and families navigate federal, state, and CSU financial aid — because a "yes" to college shouldn't hinge on knowing the right paperwork.

From the fields to the front of the room, and from red tape to real access — this is what it looks like when our community builds its own ladders.

More speakers dropping soon 👀

📅 Oct 3, 2026 · 🕘 9AM–1PM
📍 Dixon High School, 555 College Way, Dixon, CA 95620
Register in bio. The time is YA! 💛

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👋 ¡Arrancamos! Nuestros primeros speakers para Latinos en la Educación

José Rivas, MPA, EdD → Conferencista de Taller, Fundador de RivasWorks LLC y FirstGen Connect. Ex trabajador migrante del campo, hoy líder en educación superior (Ed.D. USC, MPA CSU Hayward, B.A. UC Berkeley) abriendo puertas a estudiantes de primera generación.

Saúl Ramírez → Conferencista de Taller, Director de Ayuda Financiera en Cal Poly Maritime Academy. Más de 18 años ayudando a familias a navegar la ayuda financiera federal, estatal y del sistema CSU — porque ir a la universidad no debería depender de saber llenar el papeleo correcto.

Del campo al frente del salón, y del papeleo al acceso real — así se ve cuando nuestra comunidad construye sus propias escaleras.

Más speakers muy pronto 👀

📅 3 de octubre, 2026 · 🕘 9AM–1PM
📍 Dixon High School, 555 College Way, Dixon, CA 95620
Regístrate en el link de nuestra bio. ¡El tiempo es YA! 💛

🎓 ¡LA EDUCACIÓN ES PODER! 🎓Join us for the 2026 Latinos in Education Conference—a community celebration of education thr...
08/19/2026

🎓 ¡LA EDUCACIÓN ES PODER! 🎓

Join us for the 2026 Latinos in Education Conference—a community celebration of education through our history, culture, and traditions. This inspiring event is for everyone: students, parents, educators, professionals, and community members. Come learn, connect, and celebrate with us!

📝 Educational workshops
🤝 Community connections
🍽️ Food and cultural celebration

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Dixon High School
555 College Way, Dixon, CA 95620

🎟️ Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting the Eventbrite link in our bio.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinos-in-education-conference-tickets-1990532395980

¡Acompáñanos a celebrar, aprender y construir un futuro más fuerte para nuestra comunidad! Porque cuando nuestra comunidad avanza, todos avanzamos. 💛📚

Tag an educator, parent, student, or community leader who should join us!

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08/11/2026

🚍 Transportation is about more than getting from one place to another—it connects people to opportunity.

As part of the 8 Poderosas Leadership & Mentorship Program, participants explored how transportation systems influence access to education, employment, healthcare, housing, and community life.

This session was facilitated by Marisela Barbosa, Founder of The Time is YA! and Executive Director of The Time is YA Network, who guided participants through the transportation systems that shape our communities. Together, they examined how transportation decisions are made, the organizations involved in planning and funding mobility, and why civic engagement plays a critical role in creating more equitable transportation solutions.

By understanding how these systems work, our Poderosas are building the knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills needed to advocate for positive change in their communities.

"When we understand the systems around us, we gain the power to help shape them."
— Marisela Barbosa-Cortez

Thank you to our Poderosas for their curiosity, thoughtful discussions, and commitment to becoming the next generation of community leaders.

🏠✨ ¡La vivienda digna también es poder!Bision y Compromiso invita a residentes del Condado de Solano al 4to Foro de Vivi...
08/08/2026

🏠✨ ¡La vivienda digna también es poder!

Bision y Compromiso invita a residentes del Condado de Solano al 4to Foro de Vivienda, un espacio en español para informarse, conectarse con recursos y hacer escuchar nuestra voz.

📅 Jueves, 27 de agosto de 2026
⏰ 5:30 p. m. – 7:30 p. m.
📍 Griffin Technology Academies Gymnasium – 1 Positive Place, Vallejo, CA

Durante el foro tendremos un panel con oficiales electos, un taller sobre derechos de los renteros, mesas de recursos locales y un llamado a la acción de abogacía.

💛 Evento GRATUITO con comida.
🗣️ El evento será en español.
⚠️ No habrá cuidado infantil.

👉 Inscríbete: bit.ly/vyceventos

¡Comparte esta información con familiares, amistades y vecinos de Solano que puedan beneficiarse!

08/07/2026

✨ Knowledge becomes power when it's shared.

Our 8 Poderosas had the privilege of learning from Cristal Gallegos, Project Director of the Vallejo Housing Justice Coalition. During her session, she shared valuable insights on housing equity, tenant advocacy, and the importance of community leadership.

Her knowledge and passion inspired our Poderosas to better understand housing challenges, recognize the power of civic engagement, and see how their voices can help create stronger, more equitable communities.

Thank you, Cristal, for investing your time, expertise, and heart in the next generation of Latina leaders. 💙🏡

08/05/2026

Thank you, Leslie Lara, for inspiring our 8 Poderosas!

Our participants had the opportunity to learn how transportation planning, funding, and community engagement work together to shape stronger, more connected communities.

Thank you, Leslie Lara, for sharing your expertise and helping empower the next generation of Latina leaders to understand how their voices can make a difference.

💜 Together, we're building informed leaders who are ready to create positive change.

08/03/2026

Leadership begins with understanding how local decisions shape our communities.

A sincere thank you to Dr. Tonia Lediju, Vallejo City Councilmember for District 3, for sharing your insights on housing, local government, and civic engagement with our 8 Poderosas Mentorship & Leadership Program. Your experience and encouragement inspired our participants to become more informed, engaged, and empowered community leaders.

Thank you for investing in the next generation of Latina leaders!

07/31/2026

🚍✨ We were honored to welcome Mayor Alma Hernandez as a guest speaker for our 8 Poderosas Mentorship & Leadership Program.

Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge about the Solano Transportation Authority (STA), SolTrans, and how transportation planning and funding decisions are made in our region. Our participants gained valuable insight into how local agencies work together to improve mobility, expand transportation options, and create opportunities for community members to have a voice in shaping the future.

By helping our Poderosas better understand the connection between transportation, civic engagement, and advocacy, you inspired them to become informed leaders and active participants in their communities.

Thank you for investing in the next generation of Latina leaders! 💜

07/30/2026

Housing is more than a place to live—it's the foundation of opportunity, stability, and community.

During our 8 Poderosas Mentorship & Leadership Program, participants had the opportunity to learn from Mina Diaz, who facilitated an engaging session on housing challenges, resources, and advocacy. Together, we explored how informed community members can become powerful voices for equitable housing solutions.

A heartfelt thank you to Mina for sharing her expertise and inspiring our cohort to think critically, ask questions, and become advocates for stronger, more inclusive communities.

💜 Because empowered women build empowered communities.

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