Join singer, song writer, emcee (rapper), poet, and published author Jessa Calderon for A Writing Wednesday Chat about writing as a form of healing and empowerment. Jessa, of the Chumash and Tongva Nations of Southern California, also identifies with her Yoeme and Mexican roots. Jessa will read from her new book Sisterhood, a coming-of-age story about young girls in the midst of struggle, fighting to survive, heal and grow.

Visit Mujeres de Maíz’s Facebook and YouTube Page for the event.