Do I have to know Spanish?

No, you can identify as someone who speaks one language and you are more than welcome. However, I think you will find that even within what we consider one language- there is a lot of linguistic diversity ;)

What language will this event be held in?

This event will primarily be hosted in spoken English but captions will be enabled to support access for written English. Space for other languages and language varieties will also be held. I ( for example) will be giving examples in my other dominant languages (Spanish and Spanglish).

Will I be learning how to speak a new language?

You will learn skills and gain insight on language that will support you in language learning. However, this particular space will focus on the reflection of our current language abilities to create more awareness and pride of the language skills we currently attain.

Reclaiming My Language, Reclamando mi Español ONLINE

By LUPA Talks

Online event

Overview

Reclaim your Spanish with LUPA Talks: a bilingual, supportive space to rebuild confidence, reconnect, and practice with intention.

Reclaiming My Language, Reclamando mi Español is a supportive bilingual (English/Spanish) space designed to help participants reconnect with their Spanish on their own terms. Guided by LUPA Talks’ expertise in language justice and intentional practice, this session blends metalinguistic awareness, community conversation, and gentle skill-building. Whether you’re relearning, reclaiming, or reshaping your relationship with Spanish, you’ll leave with practical tools, renewed confidence, and a sense of belonging.

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Highlights

1 hour
Online

Location

Online event

Agenda

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Reclaiming My Language, Reclamando mi Español

Dr. Xiomara Rivera Pagán

0:00 – 0:05 | Welcome & Framing Warm bilingual greeting Purpose of the session: reclaiming, reconnecting, practicing with intention Community agreements 0:05 – 0:10 | Grounding Activity Brief reflection: “What does reclaiming my language mean to me?” Optional share-outs in pairs 0:10 – 0:20 | Metalinguistic Awareness Mini-Lesson Understanding language shame, language variation, and reclaiming agency Spanish/English examples to normalize diverse experiences Quick Q&A 0:20 – 0:35 | Practice Through Bilingual Question Cards Guided small-group or partner conversations using curated prompts Focus on choice, comfort, and joyful practice LUPA Talks support circulating through groups 0:35 – 0:50 | Community Conversation Whole-group sharing Themes that emerged Strategies for sustained practice and reclaiming Spanish in daily life 0:50 – 0:58 | Closing Reflection + Action Step One thing you’re taking with you One practice you’ll try in the next week Optional chat share-out

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