36 - MECHA 101: The history of Mecha de ASU

For one to correctly solve the present, one must acknowledge the past. Mecha de ASU is an organization that is based in Phoenix, Arizona that is the living legacy of many political movements that have happened in the Amerikan Southwest. Created in 1969 during the prime of the Chicano movement, our organization has shifted and evolved through time, and We feel it is important that this history is not forgotten. In this episode of The Heatwave, We go over the MECHA 101 where We cover the historical legacies that created us as an organization (such as Spanish colonization, the creation of the settler-colonial Mexican nation-state, and the Chicano movement) and what We stand for now! This is tailored for people that are interested in joining our organization, so it barely scratches the surface. If you have any corrections from what was said, please let us know. We hope y’all enjoy it!

If you’re interested in getting in touch with us, please feel free to hit us up on Instagram, Twitter, and The Heatwave’s Instagram. If you’re interested in joining a local org, We highly recommend joining us at Mecha de ASU, PSL Phoenix, or PSL Tucson!

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