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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Aug 29

I'll be joining #GlobalGathering2025 in Portugal next week as part of my work with @mdrnetorg.bsky.social and as @vitaactivaorg.bsky.social If you planto be there, I’d love to meet! #MentalHealth #CommunityCare

I’m honored to be joining the Global Gathering in Portugal next week as part of my work with MDRNetOrg and VitaActivaOrg
I’ll be speaking and connecting around the themes that guide my work every day: Mental health, Peer support services, Care awareness, Community-based fundraising
If you’ll be there, I’d love to meet, learn, and exchange ideas.

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Jul 16

Overjoyed and ready to work on this next challenge. Grateful for all the support and care. Congratulations to all awardees! #PressForward #LocalNews

Media Resilience Network @mdrnetorg.bsky.social · Jul 16

Big news: With the support from Press Forward, we will address the emotional and organizational health needs of journalists and media leaders who inform in under-resourced conditions and belong to under-served communities.

www.pressforward.news/22-projects-...

#PressForward #LocalNews

Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Mar 12

@knightcenterut.bsky.social #ISOJ2025

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Mar 5

I’m excited to invite you to A Human Condition, a play about journalism.
See you at The Rosette in Austin on Friday, March 28th, from 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Being a journalist takes a toll in the body; sharing the toll creates resilience and a shared empathy.
Register HERE forms.gle/dMQEFGkcLJrd...

I’m excited to invite you to A Human Condition, a play about journalism.
We will be performing during the ISOJ gathering in Austin TX.
Our main event will take place at The Rosette www.rosetteatx.org in Austin on Friday, March 28th, from 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.

What is A Human Condition?
This is a performance designed to explore the intersection embodiment, and storytelling where journalists get a chance to process and share formative experiences in our field. Being a journalist takes a toll in the body; sharing the toll creates resilience and a shared empathy.
Register HERE; https://forms.gle/dMQEFGkcLJrdPNB2A

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Feb 24

Conversation Booth – Let's Talk about Mental Health
Stop by our booth for a conversation about mental well-being. We also speak Spanish.
Location: Fourth Floor
Tuesday, Feb 25, 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM (Asia/Taipei)
See you later! #RightsCon2025 @rightscon.org @vitaactivaorg.bsky.social

Stop by our booth for a conversation about mental well-being. We also speak Spanish.
Location: Fourth Floor
Tuesday, Feb 25, 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM (Asia/Taipei)
See you later!

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Feb 24

Are you at @rightscon.org? Are you in need of emotional support? Schedule a conversation with @vitaactivaorg.bsky.social
#Youarenotalone
#RightsCon25

Vita Activa is providing digital and emotional support to all RightsCon participants. Find us on Signal +52155-9171-1117 or schedule a meeting on tinyurl.com/vitarc25 Available from 6 pm to 8 am

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Algorithmic Justice League @ajlunited.bsky.social · Feb 22

Come see us at @rightscon.org!

AI Harms Analyst Aurum Linh and AJL Senior Educator Jaleesa Trapp, PhD will be representing AJL in Taipei next week.

Head to rightscon.org/registration/ to add these events to your schedule!

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Diana M @msrobotd.bsky.social · Feb 22

✨¡Nos vemos en la @rightscon.org !✨
La próxima semana participaremos en @rightscon
, junto a la Red de Inteligencia Artificial Feminista, en nuestro panel: "Construyendo IA feminista en América Latina".
📅 Martes 25 de febrero
⏰ 15:45 hora de Ec.

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Rawan Damen @rdamen.bsky.social · Feb 24

Nikki Gladstone - RightsCon Director. You & your team did it again. Well Done 👏🤞 The world’s leading summit on #humanrights in the digital age. #RightsCon2025
@rightscon.org @accessnow.org

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Feb 19

#VitaActivaOrg will be providing support to all participants at #RightsCon25, both in person and online. Whether you need emotional support, a space to unwind, or a place to share your work, we’re here for you.
@vitaactivaorg.bsky.social

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Feb 10

Is #journalism’s role to make space for many truths to be acknowledged and understood and/or to make sure people understand the notion of where you are is basically where you stand? Read my latest article.
medium.com/@luortizpere...
#Ethicsinjournalism #Careawareness

When Truth is Hijacked Is Embracing Multiple Truths Journalism’s New Role?

A few years ago at a journalism convening I found myself debating with an esteemed colleague. We were discussing the purpose of journalism…

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Jan 31

A light read for you 💖💖💖
You are not alone!
medium.com/@luortizpere...
#CareAwareness @vitaactivaorg.bsky.social

Stay Calm in Times of Crisis: Short Term Actions for Long Term goals

In a turbulent world where crises seem to multiply daily, staying stable, functional, and balanced is a constant challenge. News of…

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Jan 27

So excited to share our #PsychologicalFirstAid Manual, designed to guide those caring for others, in moments of crisis.
Especially #journalists, activists, women and LGBTIQ+ individuals.
📖✨ vita-activa.org/2025/01/22/p...
@vitaactivaorg.bsky.social #IWMF

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LAist @laist.com · Jan 9

Want to stay up-to-date with the latest SoCal fires news? Download the LAist app and turn on breaking news notifications.

Apple: apps.apple.com/us/app/laist...

Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/d...

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Jan 10

#Journalists covering natural disasters finding balance and calm is vital. Self-care builds human resilience during times of crisis. 👉 medium.com/@luortizpere...
For #mentalhealth support contact @vitaactivaorg.bsky.social #Wearehelpline #Somoslíneadeayuda

Stay Calm in Times of Crisis: Short Term Actions for Long Term goals

In a turbulent world where crises seem to multiply daily, staying stable, functional, and balanced is a constant challenge. News of…

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Jan 10

Muy frustrada por no poder saber qué pasa en #Venezuela minuto a minuto. Twitter muestra posts de hace 12 horas. @efectococuyo.bsky.social @espaciopublico.bsky.social #CaracasChronicles

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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.bsky.social · Jan 7

The son-in-law of Edmundo González, the elected president of Venezuela, has been kidnapped. González is in exile but is due to return to the country for what should be be his inauguration on the 9th. www.nytimes.com/2025/01/07/w...

Venezuela’s Opposition Candidate Says His Son-In-Law Was Kidnapped

Edmundo González, who is recognized by the United States as the president-elect of Venezuela, said his son-in-law was kidnapped by hooded men.

www.nytimes.com

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Anne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.bsky.social · Dec 23

Maria Corina Machado is in hiding. Although her movement won the election, Venezuela's dictatorial president has not left office. Still, she told me, she's an optimist:
www.theatlantic.com/internationa...

The ‘Anthropological Change’ Happening in Venezuela

Maduro is still in place, but a pro-democracy movement is transforming the beleaguered country.

www.theatlantic.com

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JSK Fellowships at Stanford @jskstanford.bsky.social · Dec 23

Beat the deadline! Fellowship applications are due by 1pm PT on Jan 15.
Get started: buff.ly/4fsK4AA

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Dec 20

Nicole Martin cierra su capítulo como Directora Ejecutiva en Vita Activa. Su compromiso con la misión de Vita Activa continúa, seguirá siendo una aliada de la organización. La próxima dirección será asumida por @Luortiz
Acá en palabras de ambas:
vita-activa.org/2024/12/19/c...

Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Dec 11

#Enraizar2024 es nuestro reporte anual #VitaActivaOrg
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Enraizar 2024, Informe Anual de Vita Activa

En el 10 de diciembre, Día Internacional de los Derechos Humanos, Vita-Activa.Org lanza su informe anual #Enraizar2024. Se trata un recurso para mujeres y personas LGBTTIQ+, periodistas, activistas…

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Martina Guzmán @martinaguzman.bsky.social · Dec 4

Did you know Spanish-language radio often becomes a hotspot for disinformation? VERDAD is here to change that. This innovative tool monitors and tracks misleading narratives.
Go to VERDAD.app
#VERDAD #Disinformation #CommunityTruth

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Nov 23

It's a wrap @stanfordpress.bsky.social
My deep gratitude towards my codirector María Zurita Ontiveros, all our storytellers and our loving audience who braved the NorthCal rain!
#LiveStorytelling heals journalism one story at a time.
#ArtHeals
Photo by Alberto Mendoza @jskstanford.bsky.social

Joyful and triumphant, six storytellers pose on stage for a picture as they wrap up their performance.

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Luisa Ortiz Pérez @luortizperez.bsky.social · Nov 16

Are journalists human? Come to @stanfordpress.bsky.social and find out.
#AHumanCondition is a live storytelling performance and immersive journey; codirected by María Zurita Ontiveros and Luisa Ortiz Pérez. Register, tickets are free! tinyurl.com/hcjopro
#JournalismTheater

Are journalists human? Come and find out.
This live storrytelling performance is an immersive journey designed to open the conversation about what makes us happy, what hurts us and especially what we need help with as people.
Written by Luisa Ortiz Pérez. Codirected by María Zurita Ontiveros and Luisa Ortiz Pérez.
Register, entrance is free!

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