Catalyzing Change Through the

Integration of Cultural Heritage

Andrés Pérez Cintrón, a passionate environmental advocate from Puerto Rico, has a unique view about the integration of cultural knowledge in the field of natural resources.

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Fostering Opportunities

for Students of Color

Yashira, a passionate advocate for conservation and community empowerment, has devoted her career to bridging gaps and creating opportunities for young leaders of color.

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Empowering Latino Leaders

In Conservation at COP28

While Vanessa Muñoz has had many great moments in her role as Hispanic Access Foundation’s Conservation Program Manager, one of the most recent achievements for her and the team has been their participation at COP28 as they release a new report.

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Empowering Communities

Through Collaborative Leadership

One of Valery’s proudest achievements during her MANO internship was her work on a cultural framework and series of trainings aimed at educating the agency about increasing indigenous collaboration and engagement.

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Breaking Cultural Barriers

and Fostering Inclusivity

As an Invasive Species Fellow, Yessenia Mendez's journey reflects not only her commitment to environmental stewardship but also her efforts to break cultural barriers and foster inclusivity within her field.

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Establishing Access

Hispanic Access Foundation helps Latinos throughout the nation access opportunities that help improve their lives, communities and the nation as a whole.

Developing Leaders

Through trainings, events, information and support, Hispanic Access helps leaders strengthen their capabilities and position them to have a lasting impact on their communities.

Elevating Voices

Whether connecting Latinos with decision makers or media, ensuring their voices are heard is critical to creating change, guaranteeing equity and preserving cultural heritage.

Underrepresented Areas

While there are many areas where the Latino perspective is underrepresented, Hispanic Access promotes equity and responsibility in various aspects of their lives.

News Releases 07 February 2024
Hispanic Access’ Statement on the EPA’s New Air Pollution Standard
On February 7, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced tighter regulations for National Ambient Air Quality…
News Coverage 06 February 2024
LATIN TIMES: Storms Pummel California as Latinos Stand to be Disproportionately Impacted by Climatic Events
Mudslides, flooded roadways and power outages were just some of the effects experienced by California residents Monday morning, …
News Releases 31 January 2024
Hispanic Access Announces Dates for 11th Annual Latino Conservation Week: Dates Moved Due to Climate Change-Driven Extreme Heat
Hispanic Access Foundation announced today it will change its 2024 dates for Latino Conservation Week to now take…

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MANO Project
The core purpose for the MANO Project (My Access to Network Opportunities) is to connect, build and develop…
Conservation
Hispanic Access Foundation’s conservation program seeks to elevate diverse Latino voices and leaders to support Latino communities to…
Hispanic Leadership Network
The Hispanic Leadership Network is a five-year program funded by the Lilly Endowment to develop a mentoring and…

Blog 03 February 2024
Navigating Partnership Building
As I reflect on my internship at the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge (SDBNWR), the journey has been…
Blog 03 February 2024
second blog post: The world breathes on volunteers
In my fourth month as an Urban Community Engagement Fellow, the journey has been nothing short of transformative.…
Blog 02 February 2024
Holiday Cheer and a Winter Wonderland
The winter has slowed things down a bit. There aren't any site visits, so I've been in the…