IN THE MEDIA

 

“Creating a movement at the intersection of justice & journalism that is intersectional and inclusive of all historically oppressed communities is fundamental to my work as an activist.” - IFR

  • Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight Action - Democracy Warrior 2021

    As a #DemocracyWarrior, Irene was invited to join Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight Action for a first-of-its-kind press conference & meetings with members of Congress to highlight the urgency of passing federal legislation protecting the freedom to vote. Check out the full post here.

  • How to Talk to [Mamí & Papí] about Anything Podcast

    Irene encounters roadblocks as she tries to share her political engagement with her Mexican and Guatemalan parents. And Natalia Ortiz, a racial-justice organizer and professor of education, helps us talk with our families in concrete terms about the fight for systemic change. Check out the episode here.

  • Neta Collab: #LatinxHeritageMonth

    “Today, we feature @ifrancorubio, a powerful disruptor, activist, writer, organizer, and Founder of @feelincivic. She is a force of change in the fight for social justice for BIPOC communities in AZ.” Check out the full feature on Instagram.

  • BuzzFeed News: Here’s What Teens From Across The Country Thought Of The South Carolina Mess

    “Bernie & Warren’s campaigns are committed to inspiring people who do not normally participate in democracy to show up at the polls this election year. But what is it all worth if these new or reintegrated voters are being targeted by voter suppression tactics in states across the nation?” Read more of her response here.

  • Students Driving Change - The Ten News Podcast

    There are so many ways to make your voice heard, which is why today we are talking about youth movements making waves.🎙️ Host Bethany Van Delft speaks with political activist and first-generation college student, Irene Rubio to talk about creating change. Check out the episode here.

  • Forward 40 Podcast: Advocating for Intersectional Activism and Youth Voices featuring Irene Franco Rubio

    In this episode, Irene reflects on her journey towards developing her political power. Noting the systemic access points that weren't available to her in her upbringing, she is humbled in what she has been able to accomplish at such a young age. Listen to her feature on Apple Podcasts.

PEN America - Keeping it Local: Ensuring Journalism in Arizona Thrives

Through PEN America’s local town hall series, Irene joined a panel discussion on what Arizonans can do to support local journalism. This town hall provided powerful advocacy tools to community members interested in supporting their local news outlets, such as amplifying local news stories on social media, subscribing to local outlets, and lobbying elected officials for more support.

USC Annenberg Media: First-Generation College Student Explores Life at USC & LA

Irene Franco Rubio discusses her experience as a first generation college student at the University of Southern California (USC) in LA. Rubio talks about how her father’s hard work as a Guatemalan immigrant inspired her to pursue higher education, how she navigates the culture at USC, and how she is motivated by her work as a social justice activist.