... respect for the power of knowledge.

... walking down the path to find out who we are making the most of our strengths and speaking our truth.

... equality in the relationship, a desire to give of what you know so others can move forward.

... non-judgmental for all of our benefit.

... courage in the face of hardship and pain.. and succeeding despite it.

... having a deep commitment and respect for family and their values.

... visionary; it has a sense of mission.

... being a risk-taker and not afraid to explore new frontiers.

... being a consistent provider who nurtures, protects, loves, educates and serves as a role model for all Latinas.

... the Latina who carries the tradition, but is not afraid to break with tradition in order to challenge images and issues that relegate Latinas to a powerless role.

... having a strong ethnic identity, a sense of self and cultural pride.

... a passion for the development and support of all Latinas.