The impact of the Chicano/Chicana Movement on today's America can be seen in the halls of power, in educational access and equity, and in positive self-image among Chicanos and Chicanas. It is also reflected in visual arts, theater, music, and dance. This book provides students investigating Mexican-American or Chicano/Chicana-Latino/Latina social and political activism and social justice advocacy with an overview of the major trends and influences of the Chicano/Chicana Movement during the highly volatile 1960s and 1970s.

The book provides alphabetically arranged entries on...