Latinitas magazine, the first digital magazine made for and by Latina youth, is launching a print magazine for “tweens” and older in 2008. As part of that launch, the magazine is sponsoring the Latinitas Magazine National Writing Contest seeking feedback from Latina youth ages 14 to 21 on “What it is to be Latina.” Winning writers will see their articles published in the print and online issues of Latinitas magazine.

Submissions should be 800 to 1,000 words in first person or Associated Press style on one of the following subjects: What is it like to be a Hispanic/Latina female in your hometown? What does it mean to you to be a Hispanic/Latina female? As a Hispanic/Latina female, are you doing something in your community to make a difference; if so, what? Describe the biggest challenge facing young Hispanic/Latinas today. Applicants should submit articles to latinitasawards@yahoo.com by February 10, 2008, or mail a copy to Latinitas, PO Box 4284, Austin, TX 78765.