Author: Isabelle Camarena

I was born and raised in Glendale, California to my mom and dad, Maria Camarena who migrated from Guadalajara, Jalisco and Rafael Camarena from Mexicali. I played softball for most of my life from 12 years old to 17 years old. I am the youngest of my two older brothers. I have three cats and two dogs who I love very much. I am currently in my last semester at Cal State LA, graduating this spring 2024 with a Bachelors of Science in Sociology and minor in Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies.
Essays

The Toxicity of the Phrase “No Sabo Kid”

Isabelle Camarena

The term ‘no sabo kid’ roots from Hispanic kids feeling a disconnection from their Latino cultural heritage. This derogatory phrase tends to reflect a pattern of cultural neglect due to systematic barriers and societal expectations. Younger Hispanic generations have demonstrated a growing trend of linguistic and cultural disconnection, attributable to factors such as segregation and… Continue reading The Toxicity of the Phrase “No Sabo Kid”