SECTION 1

Education & Community Empowerment

DB prioritizes knowledge-sharing at the local level. By partnering with community members and leaders, DB fosters an environment where learning is co-created and everyone’s voice is valued.

SECTION 2

Cultural Preservation & Representation

Celebrating the rich histories and traditions that shape our identities. DB highlights underrepresented voices, ensuring cultural narratives remain alive and vibrant in academic and public discourse.

SECTION 3

Critical Analysis of Sociopolitical Issues

DB pushes for discussions about pressing social and political challenges, inviting the community to question, analyze, and propose solutions.

SECTION 4

Collaborative Action

DB unites activists, educators, students, and organizations under a shared mission. We believe in collective efforts amplifying individual strengths and forging new alliances to foster meaningful social change.

SECTION 5

Inclusivity

Progress demands that we consider overlapping impacts of race, gender, class, ability, and more. DB stands for an inclusive future where policies and conversations respect every perspective.

SECTION 6

Activism & Resistance

Activism and resistance is central to Puerto Rican identity and struggle, both on the island and diaspora: environmental justice, education reform, and decolonization. Puerto Ricans have continually resisted oppression and fought for sovereignty, dignity, and self-determination.

Movements such as the Grito de Lares (1868), student protests at the University of Puerto Rico, and decades of struggle against the Navy’s occupation of Vieques exemplify the resilience Puerto Rican people. Grassroots organizations, artists, and activists continues to challenge injustices.