There’s a moment when you realize: our state officials aren’t just names on ballots or faces in the news. They’re real people who represent us, and they need to hear from us. That moment became real for me when I sat down one-on-one with Nebraska State Senator Margo Juarez.

The idea is simple: we all need to look out for one another, especially in times of need. Download free colorful posters and share with your friends and family. Each poster has a QR code that directs you to a list of mental health resources for people who need someone to talk to.

The Hiya team had the opportunity to meet Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr., and let me tell you, it was more than just a photo op. It was real, honest, and history in the making.

Mayor Ewing isn’t just Omaha's first Black mayor; he’s the first Black mayor in the entire state of Nebraska. As a young Afro-Latina in leadership, being in the same room with someone who looked like me in power was emotional and empowering.