Las Cholitas y la identidad

¿De donde son las Cholitas?

• Bolivia

• Mexico

• Nicaragua

• Peru

The term "Cholitas" refers to women with indigenous (native) roots in Bolivia who wear traditional clothing that represents their culture. How were they treated when they started moving from the campo to the ciudad?

• they were welcomed!

• they were treated poorly and looked down upon for being indigenous

Why do the mujeres de imilla skate choose to wear their traditional polleras (skirts) and cholita clothing while skating?

• because it's easier to skate in

• because they don't have any other clothes

• to show pride in their culture and demonstrate that Cholitas can do anything they want to!

¿Qué es una actividad que para ti, te da confianza y orgullo, o te hace sentir fuerte, libre, o feliz? [For you, what's an activity that gives you confidence and pride, or makes you feel strong/free/happy?]