Scholars of Color- Leslie Valdivia

What is Scholars of Color?

It is a platform in which scholars of color are purposefully celebrated. It’s a space where scholars of color are showcased front and center. It is a digital space where we feel empowered and resilient. Let us get to know each other. Let us cheer each other on AND show the world what we have to offer.

Let us now welcome Leslie Valdivia to the Scholars of Color space!

Name: Leslie Valdivia

Gender Pronouns: She/her

What do you currently do for work and/or school?: I am the co-founder of Vive Cosmetics. We're a Latina owned and operated brand all about bringing authentic Latina/x representation in beauty and celebrating cultura.

Without positions or titles, how would you describe yourself?: I think I would describe myself as passionate, caring and hard working.

What are you passionate about?: As a Gemini, I love to learn and am passionate about many things. I care about racial, health and economic equity and justice. I also care about my community and Latina mujeres getting the recognition we deserve.

Why is the representation of scholars of color important to you?: My brand is all about representation so it’s very important to me. We have to creates spaces for our people to matter across all industries.

If people are interested in getting connected to you, how can they?: Follow me on IG @leslievaldivia

Anything else you would like us to know?: Support small Latina-owned and WOC-owned business today and always. Shop at vivecosmetics.com or follow @vivecosmetics 

Thank you Leslie for sharing space with us!

Stay tuned everyone for more Scholars of Color profiles. Interested in being showcased yourself? Please email the Scholars of Color team at scholarsofcolor@reclaimingyourhappiness.com and we will get back to you shortly.