Melanie Pineda

Melanie Pineda is a freelance writer of Bolivian and Salvadoran descent. She is passionate about immigration reform, human rights and women’s rights. She hopes to one day become an immigration lawyer. She spends most of her time with Ruppy, a 50 pound rescue pitbull who also happens to be the sweetest dog in the world.

Thrilling Updates Coming to ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Version 2.0

These Animal Crossing updates watered my crops (literally) and cured my soul.
Two photos of abortion rights activists in Latin America holding aloft protest banners that read "America Latina Unidos", "Aborto Legal" and "Por nuestro derecho a decidir".

Mexico Legalized Abortion, Strengthening Latin America’s “Green Wave” for Reproductive Rights

The region has a complicated history with abortion legislation and reproductive rights advocacy.

Five Video Games to Help You Start The School Year Right

Nothing like escaping reality for a couple of hours to get back into the groove of things.
Illustration of Bulbasaur by Sara Schleede.

The Beauty of Bulbasaur

The most lovable, frog-shaped Pokémon there is.
An "Animal Crossing" character is surrounded by hair tools.

Why “Animal Crossing” Players Are Loving Their New Hair And Reactions

From holiday events to beautiful Afro-textured hair, this winter update is sure to spread joy.
Several hands reach for the Bolivian flag on a blue background.

Bolivia Has Been Through Hell. But There’s Reason For Hope.

The West’s mischaracterization of Bolivia, and Latin America as a whole, has created confusion and a narrow picture of the region.