Welcome to "Así Somos | Who We Are," a stunning pictorial book dedicated to Mr. José Sánchez AND a journey that not only celebrates the Puerto Rican culture but also connects us all through shared values and experiences.
Launched at the 2024 Power of Community Gala, this book captures the vibrant richness and diversity of the Puerto Rican people in Puerto Rico and the United States. Through a collection of captivating photographs and bilingual text, the book showcases the transcendent culture and universal stories that unite us all.
In his heartfelt blurb, Mr. Sánchez shares his remarkable journey from childhood in Puerto Rico to his humble beginnings in New York, and his transformative contributions in Chicago and Humboldt Park. His story is one of resilience, dedication, and community.
100% of the proceeds from "Así Somos | Who We Are" will go towards the completion of our Wellness Center. Your purchase is tax-deductible and will directly support our mission to promote health and wellness in our community.
Be a part of this incredible legacy.
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“...a completely original and truly necessary testimony of the Puerto Rican experience.”
— OMAR TORRES-KORTRIGHT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS CULTURAL CENTER, CHICAGO
“López and Joseph succeed in illustrating the diversity of Puerto Rican people with this reflective,
pulsing-with-life collection.”
— ANNIE BOSTROM, AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION BOOK LIST
“...a beautiful book, which encourages viewers/readers to see past the stereotypes and to appreciate the cultural, historical, and spiritual richness of ‘who we are.’”
— LUZ VEGA, HUMACAO, PUERTO RICO
“I fell in love with this book not just for its visual exuberance, but for the way it prompted me to see connections out of the human experience.”
— RENI WITT, FOUNDER/CEO MERCOMM, NEW YORK