“Hobo” News is considered the first documented street newspaper. It was an initiative of the International Brotherhood Welfare Association, founded in the U.S. Midwest by James Eads How, known as the “millionaire hobo.” Between 1915 and 1924, this newspaper became a platform of expression for the so-called hobos, giving a voice to those who were […]
“My beauty salon is called ‘Thalía’ because, to me, Thalía is WOW—she’s everything,” says Jessica Hernández, sitting on a couch inside her business located in Cuautitlán, State of Mexico. She’s wearing the volleyball team uniform of Jade, the team she has belonged to for 18 years, now made up of women between the ages of […]
Magic took shape in every corner of Doméstico MX with a new edition of the Mercadillo Mágico—a space that brought together art, design, creativity, and community in an atmosphere full of color, music, and lots of good vibes. Credits: @Pao.galdot Among the dozens of stalls featuring illustrations, books, plants, natural potions, unique garments, and treats […]
Foro 2025 became a living space of reflection, archiving, resistance, and community thanks to the Visual Memory Fair—a gathering organized by FotoObservatorioMX, Museo Soumaya, and Hydra—that left our minds and hearts full of meaningful images. Over two intense days, the forum was filled with talks, panel discussions, screenings, exhibitions, publications, zines, books, photography, art, and […]
The beating heart of transfeminist resistance found its gathering place at Café Xiu, right across from the Transfeminist Art Museum, where an afternoon full of art, community, and pride came to life. Amid warm coffees, honest conversations, and art hanging on the walls, valedora Erika showed up with full energy and spirit, bringing along valedora […]
People experiencing homelessness playing soccer? Wouldn’t it be better to find them jobs and housing?Actually, all of that can be done at the same time — and that was precisely the vision of the Homeless World Cup’s founders, Mel Young and Harald Schmied. Mel Young and Harald Schmied – Image from Facebook Mel Young and […]
Valdor, Emy enthusiastically presented her zine, titled “Little bites of flavour: a little piece of the ranch”, a project that takes us by the hand, to rediscover traditions, flavours and the stories of her homeland. This presentation was made possible thanks to the support of the Herdez foundation A.C, in an event full of emotion […]
Our supporters had the privilege of visiting the Museum of Folk Art, a space full of history, culture, and traditional Mexican art. During this tour, they were able to immerse themselves in the richness of crafts that represent the diverse regions of the country, from textiles to pieces made of clay, wood, and ceramics. During […]
We gathered to share an evening of reflection and action, centered around social support and political activism. It was a night where the voices of those working for social justice were heard with strength and conviction. The event served as a meeting space for activists, supporters, and the public interested in the impact of community […]
Mexico City once again became the epicenter of contemporary art with the celebration of Art Week 2025. Galleries, fairs, and independent spaces opened their doors to welcome artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts, solidifying the capital as an international hub for creativity and visual expression. From well-established fairs like ZONAMACO and Material to emerging proposals like […]
Pan Pal Susto is a narrative podcast that tells stories through the testimonies of people living with various illnesses or health conditions. Created by Maricarmen Climént, Itzel Gómez, Aleira Rueda, and Carlos A. Sánchez, this podcast kicks off its second season with the episode “Everything Feels So Real: Schizophrenia on the Streets.” In this episode, […]
Mi Valedor celebrated the launch of The Stars from My Rooftop, the first illustrated novel by Valedor Toño, in the warm and welcoming space of the gallery-workshop Otra Cosa Sin Nombre (OCSN). This event marked a significant milestone for the author and for our community, highlighting the transformative power of art and writing. “The stars […]
The Mi Valedor team had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich history of the Palace of the School of Medicine, located in the heart of Mexico City’s Historic Center. This iconic building, which originally housed the Old Palace of the Inquisition, is now home to the Museum of Mexican Medicine at UNAM. During […]
Kantón 17 and Isocrone brought to life the first edition of “Drawings and Poetry: Fanzine and Self-Publishing Harvest” in Mexico City, an event that overflowed with creativity and talent in every corner. This gathering was a true tribute to independent culture, blending visual art, poetry, music, and the magic of self-managed fanzines. But best of […]
The aroma of art, history, and creativity came together during a very special visit by Mi Valedor to the Perfume Museum (MUPE), located in the heart of Mexico City. This space, dedicated to exploring the magic and legacy of fragrances, turned into a multisensory journey that left everyone captivated. From the sacred rituals of ancient […]
Bogotá was the epicenter of a momentous event: the 2024 Conference on Homelessness in Latin America, organized by the International Committee on Homelessness in Latin America (CISCAL). This forum brought together experts, academics, social organizations, and government representatives from across the region, with the goal of analyzing the complexities of homelessness and proposing comprehensive solutions […]
Recently we had the pleasure of visiting the Frida Kahlo Museum, known as ‘La Casa Azul’, in Coyoacán, Mexico City. This iconic place, where the famuous artist was born and lived, is dedicated to her life and her work. The house is a beautiful example of mexican arquitecture, painted in a vibrant blue that captivated […]
We were invited by Revista de la Universidad and Luan Museo Emocional to take part in Manos a la obra, alongside OXFAM México. This creative gathering aimed to spark conversations about inequality, inspired by the exhibition Dinastía de albañiles by Rolando Flores, currently on view at MUCA CU—the venue for this event as well. The […]
It is always an achievement to publish a new print issue of our new magazine and we love to share this joy with our readers. On August 29 we had the honor of presenting Luces, cámara, Valedor!, the 33rd issue of Mi Valedor magazine, at the Museo Universitario del Chopo. This edition deals with one […]
Through a partnership with the Mexico City Institute for Reintegration (Instituto de Reinserción de la CDMX), Mi Valedor has been supporting individuals who were formerly incarcerated by offering a comprehensive program focused on job readiness, mental health support, and education. Today, we celebrate the success of two outstanding participants: Ricardo and Brayan, who have successfully […]
As in previous years, and thanks to the generous partnership with this important fair, we had the opportunity to be part of the editorial section at ZONAMACO, now in its 2024 edition. With the support of the fair, the valedores were able to offer a variety of products to attendees—from our latest edition Valedoras 2, […]
Alejandro Peña talks about the tortuous departure from his beloved Venezuela until arriving, not without strong fear, in Mexico: “Living in a country mired in crisis is a nightmare. Nothing makes sense. There are no hopes or dreams; the future is hidden behind the haze of uncertainty. The only option is to flee, far away.” […]
We are very happy to announce that on November 18th we will inaugurate our first collective exhibition, comprised of photography, drawings, and texts with which we seek to open dialogue within our community to share ideas through the work of the Valedores and some of our beloved collaborators The exhibition will take place in Laguna, […]
One of our most beloved allied institutions, the Iztapalapa Historical Archive, completed 11 years of uninterrupted work documenting and safeguarding the memory of that territory. As part of the celebration activities, we were invited to present the Mi Valedor project on the City Hall esplanade, where local artisans and producers, as well as other social […]
From October 18 to 22, the Éntrale Forum was held virtually, a space for dialogue between different actors from the social and business sector around the inclusion of people living with a disability. We were invited to be part of this conversation, in two presentations. The first one, titled Seeing the best in people and […]
It has been a hot sellout day for the Valedores and we couldn’t be happier for them! We are part of the most recent edition of the FIL Zócalo, which is the first in person format after the pandemic. The valedores have sold magazines and talked with many people who come to stand 66 to […]
This October 5th, Beatriz Ramírez, Iztapalapa chronicler and coordinator of the Historic Archive of the Mayor’s Office, gave us a guided tour of Line 2 of the Cablebús to tell us the history of the territory that includes the Iztapalapa Mayor’s Office, its neighborhoods and hills. We were able to appreciate and talk together about […]
It is the question that 57% of Berliners answered with a resounding “YES” in a referendum in the framework of their general elections on September 26; in which (everything seems to indicate) was also elected Olaf Scholz as the successor of Angela Merkel, the members of the Bundestag, the mayor of Berlin and the representatives […]
As part of the activities and cultural tours that we organize with the valedores, this month we took a tour of the National Museum of San Carlos to visit the exhibition The history that unites us. Pets in art, with which the venue restarts face-to-face activities after being suspended due to the pandemic. For the […]
During the month of September, the valedrores took a workshop in three sessions under the name Training leaders to train leaders that seek to train responsible integral people, through education in ethical values and sports, capable of making their own decisions, collaborating with others in the search for the common good. In summary, the objective […]
One of our most unexpected and magical workshops in September was called Mushroom Growing in Urban Areas and it revolved around the theme of food sovereignty. In this single session, Carlos Briones Pérez, an ethnomycologist dedicated to the cultivation of culturally important mushrooms, began with a brief talk on the history of mushrooms in pre-Hispanic […]
The Bridge, a student-run nonprofit street newspaper in Memphis, aims to empower the homeless in the city. The newspaper was founded in 2013 by three Rhodes College students: Evan Katz, Caroline Ponseti, and James Eckenstedt. Inspired by The Contributor, they saw a problem in their community and wanted to be part of the solution. They […]
On Thursday, September 9, we took a photographic tour with some of the valedores in the streets of the Doctores neighborhood. With the intention of continuing to feed the community archive of images, the valedores recorded what caught their attention on the streets of a neighborhood full of life and commercial activities. To end the […]
During the month of August, the valedores took a cardboard workshop to make a hummingbird with the extraordinary Judith de la O at Ecobazar. The purpose of this workshop is to live together in community while carrying out an artistic activity, which has a relaxing effect (similar to meditation) on the students as they acquire […]
