LESLIE: As you may have heard, both SAG-AFTRA and the Writers Guild of America are on strike fighting for better, and more equitable treatment.

We know our fight has a ripple effect outside of just the film and television industry.

It's about the future of work, especially since technology is having a greater impact on how millions of Americans make a living for themselves and their families.

For writers and actors specifically, it's about protecting our livelihoods and our artistry.

And for our Latino creatives, it's about ensuring that we can continue to tell stories that amplify and represent our culture authentically.

Here to share a bit more about what this moment means for all of us are three powerhouse Latina actresses who I love!

Please welcome Constance Marie, Annie Gonzalez, and Sasha Calle.

CONSTANCE: So, I still can't believe that just over 20 years ago I shared a little, teeny-tiny dance move with the world that was made so popular by one of the most iconic Latina artists of our time, Selena Quintanilla Perez.

[applause] And as we approach the 30-year anniversary of her tragic passing, I still feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of that magnificent project.

It's a gift and a privilege to use the power of storytelling to help elevate our people, our gente, right?

And to share that culture for audiences all around the world.

ANNIE: Like Constance, I am drawn to performing because of my love for transformative and truthful storytelling.

Even as a 6th generation Mexican American, I never really felt like I saw myself represented in media, I mean, at least not the way that I see myself represented in this crowd today by all of you beautiful people.

After a lot of hard work, I was finally a leading lady, if you will... CONSTANCE: Yes!

SASHA: Yes.

ANNIE: And I will!

CONSTANCE: Yes!

ANNIE: In a project where I was surrounded by my people, our people, talented actors, brilliant Latina writers, brilliant, Latina, and inspiring directors.

As a proud Chicana actress, a big sister, a woman, I know my work is so much bigger than me.

Because we know the creative decisions influence how people see us in the real world.

It's just, it's the responsibility of the job.

SASHA: There's is just something so special when we see our different cultures on screen.

You know, our warmth, our joy, the way we dance with our words and with each other.

You know, porque siempre bailando, you know.

Uh, our work is a love letter to the community and it's clear that our voices are necessary in humanizing us.

We get to tell stories about history makers, rule-breakers, everyday leaders, like the people that we're celebrating here.

And sometimes... we get to put on a cape, and step into a different reality, and forever shift the perception of what a superhero looks like.

ANNIE: Yes!

Wait, wait, wait, wait!

Before, before we get off this stage, Um, I think we will leave you with this cue...

Cue music!

♪ ["“baila esta cumbia"”].

♪ [applause].

ANNIE: All right, let's go, right here.

Come on, come on.