Mixed & Bicultural Latino Identity
Most Americans might not be aware of the diversity that exists within Latino families, but in fact, Latinos make up a good part of the cultural mixing going on in the U.S. right now. The Pew Research Center estimates that 14.6% of all new U.S. marriages are interracial or interethnic and of those marriages 26% include those who identify as Hispanic or Latino.
These marriages include both interracial and intercultural (interethnic) couples, but often times couples are inaccurately identified due to limited awareness about Latino mixed relationships and heritages. For example, couples who may possess the same cultural identity, but are visibly (or racially) different are often seen as opposites. On the other hand, couples who appear as monoracial, may sprout from two very different cultural backgrounds. It can often be difficult for individuals to see beyond appearance and realize the true diversity that exists within the Latino community. This is true for both Latino couples and mixed Latino individuals. On top of these circumstances, there are often interfaith differences and a variety of cultural and personal traits that create a unique set of challenges and blessings for mixed Latino couples and their families.
This brings me to the topic of today’s post…I’ve encountered so many amazing individuals out there in the blogosphere who have stories to share about their experiences living a mixed Latino lifestyle. Whether it be interracial marriages, mixed identity, multiracial parenting or a variety of other topics, there is so much yet to be shared. I want to acknowledge these stories on Bicultural Mom and I need your help! :)
If you’re interested in sharing about your personal story via interview or in a guest post, you can email me about publishing your story on Bicultural Mom! Thanks so much for reading and I can’t wait to hear (and share) your stories!
Read more discussions about being mixed and Latino on New Latina, News Taco, Multicultural Familia and Bicultural Mom. Follow the stories on Twitter at hashtag #mixedvida and share your stories and resources.
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