This week our special guest is Benjamin Perez who discusses the topic of the power of using social media for community advocacy. Benjamin is a first-generation college graduate and now a first-generation professional. He creates content that brings awareness on topics such as higher education, mental health, masculinity, assimilation, first-gen education, mental health, masculinity, first-gen experiences, the college experience, Greek Life, and the Latinx diaspora in the United States. His passion is empowering and advocating for his culture.
In this episode we cover: How he transitioned from using social media for work to using it as a resource to help many students find their purpose. The challenges and benefits of building a social media platform. The future of @pereztheadvisor and tips for how to get started with building and growing a platform.
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175: The Power of Social Media for Community Advocacy with Benjamin Perez | Grad School Femtoring: Inclusive Grad School Stories, Personal Development, and Productivity Tips for First-Gen BIPOCs podcast - Listen or read transcript on Metacast
