18 May 2022
Roberto Salazar: The Value of Networking and Working for a Cause
Roberto Salazar grew up in Las Vegas, New Mexico, a small town that is predominantly populated by Latinos, and home to New Mexico Highlands University, where Salazar received his Bachelor of Arts in Management and…
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11 May 2022
Dr. Manuel Galaviz: Redefining the Immigrant Narrative in the United States
The United States is home to millions of immigrants including those who are undocumented, and ineligible for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Even though the undocumented population faces strict barriers, it is a resilient…
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04 May 2022
Janelle Hartley: Advocating for Digital Equity in Latino Communities
“It’s important to make sure that the Latino voice is heard so that we are not left behind,” said Hartley. “We don’t think our voice is strong enough, and that’s wrong.”
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27 April 2022
Michelle Neuenschwander: Reflecting on Hispanic Access Foundation’s Growth Since it was Founded in 2010
Non-profit organization leaders have a unique calling to service and community development. Michelle Neuenschwander has been working for Hispanic Access Foundation since the organization was founded. Throughout the years, Neuenschwander has witnessed Hispanic Access grow…
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12 April 2022
Dr. Rev. Maricarmen Laureano: Forming a Friendship with God to Edify Others
Emerge: Escuelas para la Vida y Salud Integral is a non-profit organization that was born out of a dream. Dr. and Rev. Maricarmen Laureano founded Emerge with her husband Billy Jusino to empower communities and…
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06 April 2022
Ximena Diaz-Velasco: MANO Intern Prepares for Career in Landscape Architecture
Amid the pandemic, Ximena Diaz-Velasco partnered with local artists and a group of friends to create a mutual aid fund to support excluded workers including undocumented and immigrant communities ineligible to receive aid under the…
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