Jovita Idar helped organize the first Congreso Mexicanista in 1911 to address racism, lynching, and dismal educational opportunities for Mexican American children. Learn more about her in today's Unladylike2020. Original artwork by Amelie Chabannes. Courtesy of Unladylike2020 | American Masters

15 reactions | We're kicking off #HispanicHeritageMonth by highlighting Jovita Idar, a Mexican-American journalist and civil rights activist who was always on the frontlines of change! Learn how she used journalism as a form of activism to educate the public. Check out the full short film exploring her life from #Unladylike2020 here: https://to.pbs.org/3lykJJD. | via Unladylike2020 | Nine PBS | Facebook

Jovita Idar, a Mexican-American activist and journalist, changed the world with her voice and words. Because of this, Idar is being honored in the 2023 American Women Quarters™ Program! Learn how she inspired change and discover more stories about Extraordinary Women. bit.ly/3QyVysV #HerQuarter | United States Mint