UNITED WE ROW: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate, recognize, and uplift the many contributions,

diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the Hispanic communities.

USRowing encourages all members of the rowing community to learn more through the

resource guide below and to celebrate within their boathouses during the month and

beyond. By respecting and valuing individuals in their rowing organizations, they will become

more inclusive and welcoming.

Hispanic and Latino refer to ethnicity, culture, and identity rather than skin color, race, or

other physical features.

Exploring the Difference Between Hispanic and Latino Identities: The use of the term

"Hispanic" in the recognition of the month is not without acknowledgment.

• While Hispanic and Latino are often used interchangeably, they have different

meanings.

• Hispanic, which derives from the Latin word for “Spanish”, refers to individuals who are

Spanish-speaking or have a background in a Spanish-speaking country.

• Latino refers to those who are from or have a background in a Latin American country,

this includes those who speak a Latin-based language.

Resources to Explore:

What is Hispanic Heritage Month

Why is Hispanic Heritage Month Important

How to Celebrate:

Celebrate by taking the time to learn more about Latino identity and historical legacies that

enrich communities and continue to shape our nation and our sport.

• How to Celebrate (National Museum of the American Latino)

• 24 activities to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

• 8 ideas for celebrating Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month for Kids

• 83 Latinx-Owned Businesses to Shop in 2023

• Listen to the Rowing in Color Podcast: Camilla and Isa Shana Darvin: What Does a Latina

Rower Look Like?