12/13/2022
NALEO Educational Fund analysis assessing gains in Congress and statewide office in 2022 finds 118th Congress will feature the largest class of Latinos to date!
Read more: bit.ly/PR120822
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Advancing Latinos advances a shared future. The Forum conducts analysis to inform, influence and lead.
The Latino Policy Forum is the only organization in the Chicago area that facilitates the involvement of Latinos at all levels of public decision-making.
The Latino Policy Forum is the only organization in the Chicago area that facilitates the involvement of Latinos at all levels of public decision-making.
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12/12/2022
Thank you 🙏🏽 Dr. Ushma Shah, Superintendent of District 97, Oak Park for your time and insights on how bilingual education allows students to better understand and appreciate other cultures.
Learn more about the importance of bilingual Pre-K education: https://englishlearnersinil.org/els-in-early-childhood/
12/11/2022
4 Ways Executives Can Take Action for Latinas - Hispanic Executive
1. Audit Your Own Actions
As a C-suite executive, you can work with the appropriate teams to conduct a salary audit that analyzes compensation packages by gender and race.
~Hispanic Executive
In honor of Latina Equal Pay Day, Argelia Martinez explains how allies to the Latina community can help tackle pay inequality
12/09/2022
¡Illinois da la bienvenida a las nuevas incorporaciones a nuestro estado! Contribuya en
estas fiestas donando o siendo voluntario para apoyar a nuestros nuevos vecinos. A
través de la asistencia de vivienda a largo plazo, las oportunidades de vacunación, la
provisión de recursos de cuidado infantil temprano, la financiación de personal de salud
mental en las escuelas (y más), podemos asegurar que los migrantes prosperen en
Chicago e Illinois.
Conozca más sobre cómo acoger con dignidad en
https://welcometoil.org/.
12/08/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
· Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
· Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
· Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no degree, or
· Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENT FLIER for more information.
12/07/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand the experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges).
We are seeking:
· High school counselors, assistant principals, or principals in an Illinois high school that serves Latino/a/x students; or
· College academic advisors or dean of student staff supporting Illinois Latino/a/x college students.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STAFF FLIER for more information.
12/07/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
· Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
· Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
· Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no degree, or
· Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENT FLIER for more information.
12/05/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to
understand the experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and
navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges).
We are seeking:
-High school counselors, assistant principals, or principals in an Illinois high school that
serves Latino/a/x students; or
-College academic advisors or dean of student staff supporting Illinois Latino/a/x college
students.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STAFF FLIER for more information.
12/02/2022
En nombre del Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions está realizando un estudio para comprender las experiencias de los estudiantes latino/a/s de Illinois mientras se preparan, se inscriben y navegan por la universidad (universidades comunitarias de 2 años o universidades de 4 años). Los resultados del estudio ayudarán a informar en qué temas de preparación y finalización universitaria el Latino Policy Forum enfocará su defensa para promover la equidad en la educación superior.
Estamos buscando padres de estudiantes Latino/a/x de la escuela secundaria o universidad para este estudio. Vea el FOLLETO PARA PADRES en español para más información.
12/02/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to
understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and
navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study
will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will
focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
-parents of Latino/a/x high school or college students,
-Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
-Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
-Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no
degree, or
-Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
See PARENT FLIER and HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENT FLIER for more information.
12/01/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand the experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges).
We are seeking:
· High school counselors, assistant principals, or principals in an Illinois high school that serves Latino/a/x students; or
· College academic advisors or dean of student staff supporting Illinois Latino/a/x college students.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STAFF FLIER for more information.
11/30/2022
En nombre del Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions está realizando un estudio para comprender las experiencias de los estudiantes latino/a/s de Illinois mientras se preparan, se inscriben y navegan por la universidad (universidades comunitarias de 2 años o universidades de 4 años). Los resultados del estudio ayudarán a informar en qué temas de preparación y finalización universitaria el Latino Policy Forum enfocará su defensa para promover la equidad en la educación superior.
Estamos buscando padres de estudiantes Latino/a/x de la escuela secundaria o universidad para este estudio.
Vea el FOLLETO PARA PADRES en español para más información.
11/30/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
-parents of Latino/a/x high school or college students,
-Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
-Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
-Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no degree, or
Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
11/29/2022
This help the Forum continue its work convening local, state and national leaders to take proactive steps that move Latinos forward by focusing on the issues that matter. Your support is appreciated 🙏🏽
Donate here: https://connect.clickandpledge.com/w/Form/cc976346-5d07-47fd-8c3f-e6fdf9cf755f
11/29/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand the experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges).
We are seeking:
-High school counselors, assistant principals, or principals in an Illinois high school that serves Latino/a/x students; or
-College academic advisors or dean of student staff supporting Illinois Latino/a/x college students.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STAFF FLIER for more information.
11/28/2022
Last chance! Apply today for consideration in this year’s Multicultural Leadership Academy cohort.
Through workshops and curriculum that focuses on strengthening leadership among the African American and Latinx communities, we hope to promote the next generation of civic leaders.
https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/85092-Latino-Policy-Forum
11/28/2022
En nombre del Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions está realizando un estudio para comprender las experiencias de los estudiantes latino/a/s de Illinois mientras se preparan, se inscriben y navegan por la universidad (universidades comunitarias de 2 años o universidades de 4 años). Los resultados del estudio ayudarán a informar en qué temas de preparación y finalización universitaria el Latino Policy Forum enfocará su defensa para promover la equidad en la educación superior.
Estamos buscando padres de estudiantes Latino/a/x de la escuela secundaria o universidad para este estudio. Vea el FOLLETO PARA PADRES en español para más información.
11/28/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
-parents of Latino/a/x high school or college students,
-Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
-Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
-Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no degree, or
Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
See PARENT FLIER and HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENT FLIER for more information.
11/22/2022
¡Illinois da la bienvenida a las nuevas incorporaciones a nuestro estado! Contribuya este Día de Acción de Gracias donando o siendo voluntario para apoyar a nuestros nuevos
vecinos. A través de la asistencia de vivienda a largo plazo, las oportunidades de vacunación, la provisión de recursos de cuidado infantil temprano, la financiación de personal de salud mental en las escuelas (y más), podemos asegurar que los migrantes prosperen en Chicago e Illinois. Conozca más sobre cómo acoger con dignidad en https://welcometoil.org/.
11/22/2022
Illinois welcomes the newest additions to our state! Give back this Thanksgiving by donating or volunteering to support our new neighbors. Through long-term housing assistance, vaccination opportunities, providing early child care resources, funding mental health staff in schools (and more), we can ensure that migrants thrive in Chicago and Illinois.
Learn more about how to welcome with dignity at https://welcometoil.org/.
11/22/2022
The Department of Family and Support Services is now accepting applications for the Chicago Resiliency Fund 2.0, which will provide up to 4,000 eligible residents with a one-time, $500 relief payment.
To be eligible, you must have filed taxes in 2019 and claimed a dependent age 17 or older at the time, be a current resident, and have household income less than or equal to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level ($69,090 for a household of 3).
Visit www.chicash.org to learn more and apply!
11/21/2022
After two years of hosting Latinos on the Move virtually, we finally hosted the event in-person! Thank you to our sponsors and attendees for making LOTM a success.
For highlights of the event visit https://lnkd.in/gPGvbbjY
11/19/2022
A special thank you to Renee Urbanski, Assistant Superintendent of Multilingual Programs in
Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15 (CCSD15) for her time and insights on the benefits of bilingual preschool discussed in the The University of Chicago Consortium.
The conversation with the Forum’s Rebecca Vonderlack-Navarro and Erika Mendez, centered on Urbanski’s experience and expertise in running bilingual preschool programs.
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The interview was made possible through a collaboration with West 40 Regional Office of Education.
To learn more about the study’s findings, read English Learners in Chicago Public Schools, An Exploration of the Influence of Pre-K and Early Grade Years:
https://englishlearnersinil.org/els-in-early-childhood/
11/18/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
• parents of Latino/a/x high school or college students,
• Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
• Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
• Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no degree, or
• Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
See PARENT FLIER and HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENT FLIER for more information.
11/17/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand the experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges).
We are seeking:
• High school counselors, assistant principals, or principals in an Illinois high school that serves Latino/a/x students; or
• College academic advisors or dean of student staff supporting Illinois Latino/a/x college students.
See HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STAFF FLIER for more information.
11/16/2022
Latino Policy Forum and our partners are on the hunt for the 2023 cohort of our Multicultural Leadership Academy!
We are committed to creating a diverse network of established and emerging leaders who are actively looking to improve communities of color.
Through workshops and curriculum that focuses on strengthening leadership among the African American and Latinx communities, we hope to promote the next generation of civic leaders.
Applications are now open. Apply by November 18. https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/85092-Latino-Policy-Forum
For more information contact:
NiCole Ward, Program Manager
[email protected]
Metropolitan Family Service Family Focus Enlace UCAN Chicago Housing Authority Chicago Park District The Peace Exchange - Sustainable Fair Trade YMCA of Metro Chicago Urban Gateways Chicago Urban League
11/16/2022
On behalf of the Latino Policy Forum, Lopez Strategic Solutions is conducting a study to understand experiences of Illinois Latino/a/x students as they prepare for, enroll in, and navigate college (2-year community or junior colleges or 4-year colleges). Results of the study will help inform which college readiness and completion issues the Latino Policy Forum will focus their advocacy on to advance equity in higher education.
We are seeking:
• parents of Latino/a/x high school or college students,
• Latino/a/x current high school or college students 18 years or older,
• Latino/a/x college graduates between the ages of 18 and 34,
• Latino/a/x young adults between the ages of 18 and 34 with some college but no degree, or
• Latino/a/x high school graduates between the ages of 18 and 34.
11/15/2022
Illinois Cannot Afford COVID Stalling Latino Economic Recovery - The Chicago Reporter
Prioritizing the policy directives in this report:https://www.latinopolicyforum.org/publications/body/Long-Term-Socioeconomic-Consequences-of-COVID-in-the-Latino-Community.pdf is a necessary initial step for making sure that an overall recovery from by the community is not only attainable but equitable.
~Sylvia Puente, President & CEO, Latino Policy Forum
Any talk of a recovery from the coronavirus pandemic — such as returning to in-person classes and workplaces, social gatherings, and traveling for the upcoming holidays; in other words, returning to some kind of “normal” is largely leaving out one key sector of the population: Latinos. Before ...
11/14/2022
In the US, the prevalence of liver cancer is increasing. Hispanics and African Americans tend to get diagnosed later, thus having higher mortality rates than other ethnicities.
In addition, we have a higher risk of developing diabetes than the general US population, and type 2 diabetes is linked to an increased risk of liver cancer. Therefore, there is a huge need to educate and inform our community
Join Dr. Juan Caicedo, Northwestern Medicine for an informative event in English and Spanish.
Register:
https://loveyourliver.us/es/inscribase/?utm_campaign=CH1115&utm_medium=radio&utm_content=higadofeliz&utm_source=link
11/14/2022
The Latino Policy Forum is bridging the gap between African American and Latinx communities by training the next generation of civic leaders.
The Multicultural Leadership Academy provides a series of leadership workshops to community, policy, arts and cultural leaders sponsored by organizations committed to social change, policy impact, and/or community improvement for communities of color.
Applications are now open for the 2023 cohort! Please apply at https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/85092-Latino-Policy-Forum
For more information contact:
NiCole Ward, Program Manager
[email protected]
11/10/2022
Please join us this Saturday for an Early Childhood Resource Fair!
McCormick YMCA, 1834 N. Lawndale
Saturday, Nov. 12
11am-2pm
Register at https://bit.ly/20-EARLY to join the fun!
State Senator Cristina H Pacione-Zayas Jaime Andrade, State Representative, 40th District Omar Aquino
11/10/2022
Nuevo reporte hace recomendaciones para que los latinos logren recuperarse de los efectos de la pandemia
Cualquier conversación sobre una recuperación de la de , como regresar a clases y lugares de trabajo en persona, reuniones sociales, viajar para las próximas vacaciones; en otras palabras, volver a algún tipo de “normalidad” está dejando fuera en gran medida a un sector clave de la población: los .
~Sylvia Puente, Latino Policy Forum
Una de cada cuatro familias latinas tiene a alguien que sufre de “COVID prolongado”. Las tasas de empleo de los latinos aún no han vuelto a sus niveles anteriores a COVID.
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Lori Lightfoot, Mayor of #Chicago, addresses the recent wave of migrants buses from #Texas to #Illinois at the #Latinx Heritage Month reception hosted by the Mayor’s office. - #HispanicHeritageMonth
Rosario Hernandez from the Forum's education team discussing policy recommendations to build the field’s capacity for implementing the framework. - Annual Illinois Bilingual Director's Meeting Illinois Resource Center
Community update/Actualización Comunitaria: New Public Charge Rule / La Nueva Regla de Carga Publica
Everything You Need to Know about Biden's New Public Charge Rule! // Todo Lo Que Necesitas Saber Sobre La Nueva Regla de Carga Publica de Biden! This will be a bilingual event! // ¡Este foro educativo sera bilingüe! Join members of the Protecting Immigrant Families - Illinois coalition to discuss the new public charge rule and how it will impact immigrant families in Illinois and across the country. Speakers include staff and leaders from the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights, Shriver Center on Poverty Law, Enlace Chicago, Mano a Mano Family Resource Center, and Mujeres Latinas en Accion.
Final thoughts from the “Leading with Esperanza” panelists, Dr. David Collymore, Benita Harris-McBride, & Bryan Garcia, who discussed ways to combat the spread of misinformation regarding COVID-19. #UnidosUS22
Republican candidates for IL Governor take a question from Chicago Urban League President and CEO on racial wealth gap
Illinois primaries will take place on June 28, 2022! Voters will select a republican candidate they believe should run against JB Pritzker for governor of Illinois in the November general election. The Latino Policy Forum takes a non-paisan approach to inform voters and increase Latino voter turnout. This year, we co-sponsored the first Republican Forum with our partners at the The Chicago Urban League, Union League Club of Chicago, hosted by NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago. Karen Freeman-Wilson, President and CEO of The Chicago Urban League, asked Republican candidates about their plans to reduce the racial wealth gap in IL. Here are their answers to her question: ______ Freeman-Wilson: "In 2019, McKinsey & Company issued a report that talked about the cost of the racial wealth gap to black and Latino families and the economy at large. What will candidates do to reduce the racial wealth gap in IL?" Schimpf & Schofield for Illinois: "We have to have policies that support everybody in IL... When you have a candidate that will emphasize a new direction and that we need to make IL more competitive, then it will increase wealth for everybody. We also need a candidate from the middle class who understands the challenges the lower and middle-class face... My lieutenant governor running mate and I are that team who understands that you need a new start in IL." Max Solomon for Governor: "I believe that the best way to build wealth is to empower the individual...It would be irresponsible of the government to regulate businesses, professions, industries, and manufacturers to the point where it becomes a burden to succeed. What I will do as governor is deregulate, give power back to the individual and make sure that we help every ethnicity to equal access." Richard Irvin: "When I became mayor, I made it a point to do what we needed to do to close that gap and give opportunities to folks. As mayor of Aurora, we've done more economic development in my first four
Sylvia Puente, President and CEO at Latino Policy Forum asks Republican candidates for governor, Richard Irvin, Max Solomon for Governor, and Senator Paul Schimpf, how they will aid Latinos in the recovery from #COVID19. This opportunity was made possible at the first Republican Gubernatorial forum of the 2022 election season, co-hosted by NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago. The Latino Policy Forum co-sponsored the event along with the The Chicago Urban League and Union League Club of Chicago. Watch the Q&A here: Puente: According to the 2020 census, the Latino Population grew my 15 percent in Illinois over the past decade. We also know #Latinos have been disproportionately impacted by the #pandemic. What would you do to ensure that Latinos are not left behind in the recovery? Richard Irvin: "As Major of Aurora, I have a large Latino population. 42% of the population in Aurora is Latino. I work very close with this community....what I will do is provide opportunity. What everybody wants to do is work, be able to raise their family, they want to be able to live the American Dream. I will ensure that happens." Max Solomon for Governor: "The first thing to do is open line of communication with the Latino community. Empower them. What are their values, what are their beliefs?... I would empower each community, not only Latino... giving the power back to you to make your own decision for your own health." Senator Paul Schimpf: "I will do the same thing for the Latino community that I will do for every community in Illinois, every citizen of Illinois. I will listen, I will learn about the specific challenges, and then I will lead in a manner that brings us together and opens opportunity for all the people in Illinois." Comment your thoughts on how the Republican candidates addressed their plans to support Latinos in IL. The three Republican candidates are vying for the party's nomination to challenge Governor JB Pritzker in the November election.
¡Se acercan las elecciones primarias de Illinois y su voz cuenta! El día de las elecciones es el 28 de junio, pero puede votar antes. 🇺🇸 🗳 Visite votayaillinois.com para obtener información sobre cómo y dónde emitir su voto, además de las fechas clave para esta elección.
The Illinois primary election is coming up, and your voice counts! Election Day is on June 28, but you can vote sooner. 🇺🇸 🗳Visit votayaillinois.com for information on how and where to cast your vote plus key dates for this election.
📢 Se seleccionarán 5,000 habitantes de Chicago para recibir $500 por mes durante doce meses, sin condiciones. Esto es a través de una solicitud abierta hasta MAY0 13! La asistencia en efectivo no tiene limitaciones sobre cómo se puede gastar. Comparte la información Univision Chicago
Aprenda sobre el poder de inscribir a su hijo en un programa de pre-K con servicios de educación bilingüe. 🍎✏️ Learn about the power and influence of enrolling your child in a pre-K program with bilingual education services. 🍎✏️ For full video please visit/Para ver el video completo, visite: https://youtu.be/GXnXL4Ah1Wc Parent resources here/Recursos para padres: https://elhandbook.org/bilingual-parent-resources/
Cómo solicitar: Fondo de asistencia para dueños de vivienda de Illinois
¿Es propietario de una vivienda en Illinois y necesita asistencia hipotecaria debido a la pandemia de COVID-19? El Fondo de Asistencia para Propietarios de Vivienda de Illinois abre el lunes 11 de abril. Únase a nosotros el miércoles 13 de abril para una presentación con IHDA sobre cómo solicitar este importante recurso.
Illinois Homeowners Assistance Fund: How to Apply
Are you an Illinois homeowner in need of mortgage assistance because of the COVID-19 pandemic? The Illinois Homeowners Assistance Fund opens on Monday, April 11. Join us for a presentation with IHDA on how to apply for this important resource.
"50% of Latino students in #college either stopped or changed their college plans, compared to 25% of white students during the #COVID19 crisis. We have seen a decline in Latino students enrolled in college, too. These students had to drop out to help their struggling families and get jobs. So, what is it going to take for this generation to be able to complete college? It will take them so much longer to finish college and have that path of economic mobility that they were on. We do not yet know the unintended consequences of the educational impact on this generation of students and how that will play out in the future." -- Remarks from Sylvia Puente, President and CEO at the Latino Policy Forum, during an interview with WBEZ , alongside Dr. Marina Del Rios and Dr. Geraldine Luna of Illinois Unidos.
"The crying need that we have heard is the need for #mentalhealth. We forget how many people have died in our community. I know the Latino community is not alone in that, but a staggering number of people have not survived the #COVID19 crisis. Most of the people who have passed away, and this is true for the #latino community, are of working age. Households have lost their income earner, and they're grieving. Economic assistance helps with a piece of that. But, the need for bilingual, bicultural mental health counseling is something that we must invest in, and we don't have anywhere near the number of resources or professionals to help address that." -- Remarks from Sylvia Puente, President and CEO at the Latino Policy Forum, during an interview with WBEZ , alongside Dr. Marina Del Rios and Dr. Geraldine Luna of Illinois Unidos
Lanzamineto del manual "Protegiendo los hogares inmigrantes"
Esta es nuestra presentación del manual de derechos de vivienda para inquilinos inmigrantes. El manual está disponible en inglés y español y actualmente se puede encontrar en nuestro sitio web: www.latinopolicyforum.org. El manual incluye protecciones para los inquilinos, información sobre el proceso de desalojo, las responsabilidades de los propietarios, cómo los inquilinos inmigrantes pueden defender sus derechos, y tiene una sección de recursos de vivienda, así como un apéndice con ejemplos de cartas y plantillas.
Latino Unity Day 2022
Latino Unity Day 2022 Strength in Numbers – Latino Voting Power #LUD2022
Latino Unity Day 2022
Latino Unity Day 2022 Cradle to Career Education Investments that Benefit Latinos #LUD2022
Latino Unity Day 2022 Sylvia Puente, President & CEO, Latino Policy Forum Juliana Stratton, Lieutenant Governor of Illinois J.B. Pritzker, Governor of Illinois #LUD2022
Latino Unity Day
Latino Unity Day 2022 Legislative Briefing III: Latino Equity and Representation #LUD2022
Latino Unity day
Latino Unity Day 2022 Legislative Briefing II: COVID-19 and the Road to Recovery (Part II) #LUD2022
Latino Unity Day
Latino Unity Day 2022 Legislative Briefing I: Illinois Latino Legislative Caucus Policy Agenda (Part I) #LUD2022
Morning Briefings
Latino Unity Day 2022 Legislative Briefing I: Illinois Latino Legislative Caucus Policy Agenda (Part II) Legislative Briefing II: COVID-19 and the Road to Recovery (Part I) #LUD2022
Expand the Earned Income Credit NOW
Low-income Illinoisans deserve a tax break. On MONDAY, March 21, a coalition of organizations will host a RALLY and PRESS CONFERENCE to give more tax credit to low-income families across Illinois. WATCH the live stream here at 10am, Monday, March 21 Rally organizers include ICIRR, Worker's Center for Racial Justice, Economic Security for Illinois, Young Invincibles, the Illinois Cost-of-Living Refund Coalition, Chicago Votes, Latino Policy Forum, Children's Home & Aid, SEIU HCII, and 40+ groups from all across the state. For more information: bit.ly/321RALLY
Listen and share Episode 1 of the MLA Safe Space Podcast. Our hosts are four Alumni of the Multicultural Leadership Academy. In this episode, they unpack anti-blackness in their communities and lived experiences. Full Episode linked here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/121yuD9jnErYNLmVirClCh
The #CovidVaccine and #boosterdose are free. But only 27% of latinos in IL have their booster. 😧 La comunidad faces far too many barriers. These need immediate action❗️
Programa de Asistencia de Emergencia de Renta y Servicios Públicos de Chicago
El Programa de Asistencia Emergencia de Renta y Servicios Públicos de Chicago está abierto desde el lunes 6 de diciembre de 2021 hasta el sábado 18 de diciembre de 2021. Conozca cómo solicitar el programa y cuáles son los requisitos.
Chicago Rental & Utility Assistance Program is Open
The Chicago Rental & Utility Assistance Program is open from Monday December 6, 2021 until Saturday December 18, 2021. Learn how to apply to the program and what are the requirements.
Cómo solicitar el nuevo Programa de Ayuda de Renta de Illinois
El nuevo Programa de Pago de Alquileres de Illinois se abre el lunes 6 de diciembre de 2021 y se cierra el 9 de enero de 2022. ¡Conozca cuáles son los requisitos y cómo solicitarlo paso a paso!
New Illinois Rental Payment Program: How to Apply
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Latinos On The Move 2021 is five weeks out! This year the Forum honors @IllinoisUnidos with the Champion of Change Award. Featuring remarks from Forum President & CEO, Sylvia Puente, Healthy Communities Foundation President Maria Pesqueira, and more. Register today! ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ lotm2021.eventbrite.com #LOTM21
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For over a decade, the Forum continues its mission to conduct analysis to inform, influence and lead. Its goals are to improve education outcomes, advocate for affordable housing, promote just immigration policies, and engage diverse sectors of the community, with an understanding that advancing Latinos advances a shared future.
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Last week we were in district continuing to build relationships with constituents and stakeholders across the district and beyond. Here’s the recap:
📻🇵🇷Learned about Carmen Enid Acevedo’s efforts to connect and facilitate deeper relationships and knowledge within the Boricua diaspora. As founder of Bonita Radio and Fundación Periodismo Siglo XXI she is touring Puerto Rican communities to connect the dots.
🚜Broke bread with our farmer partners in Lafayette County through the Adopt-A-Legislator program from the Illinois Farm Bureau while they were In Chicago for the annual conference to establish a statewide policy agenda.
👩🏽🎓Attended second convening for the Latino College Landscape Advisory Committee convened by the Latino Policy Forum to unpack systemic solutions to produce different outcomes.
🛹Participated in a Town Hall at Haas Park outlining the progress made and next steps for the upgrading of the Logan Square Skate Park. Love the swagg!
👩🏾⚕️Toured Chamberlain University College of Nursing and met with students who represent the best and the brightest in the nursing field and reflect the diversity of our communities.
⚕️Witnessed the variety of critical resources and deep expertise from local providers at our Northwest side Mental Health Fair at Copernicus Center
👨🏽🦳👩🏾🦱👩🏻👨🏿🦱🧑🏽🦱Met with the 20th District Policy Roundtable Members after several working meetings to share final recommendations for policy proposals to carry out in the next session.
🇲🇽🏆Ended the week joining my colleagues from the Latino Caucus receiving the highest honor from the Mexican Consulate General in Chicago in Chicago for recipients outside of Mexico for their annual Ohtli Award Ceremony.
Last week we were in district continuing to build relationships with constituents and stakeholders across the district and beyond. Here’s the recap:
📻🇵🇷Learned about Carmen Enid Acevedo’s efforts to connect and facilitate deeper relationships and knowledge within the Boricua diaspora. As founder of Bonita Radio and Fundación Periodismo Siglo XXI she is touring Puerto Rican communities to connect the dots.
🚜Broke bread with our farmer partners in Lafayette County through the Adopt-A-Legislator program from the Illinois Farm Bureau while they were In Chicago for the annual conference to establish a statewide policy agenda.
👩🏽🎓Attended second convening for the Latino College Landscape Advisory Committee convened by the Latino Policy Forum to unpack systemic solutions to produce different outcomes.
🛹Participated in a Town Hall at Haas Park outlining the progress made and next steps for the upgrading of the Logan Square Skate Park. Love the swagg!
👩🏾⚕️Toured Chamberlain University and met with students who represent the best and the brightest in the nursing field and reflect the diversity of our communities.
⚕️Witnessed the variety of critical resources and deep expertise from local providers at our Northwest side Mental Health Fair at Copernicus Center
👨🏽🦳👩🏾🦱👩🏻👨🏿🦱🧑🏽🦱Met with the 20th District Policy Roundtable Members after several working meetings to share final recommendations for policy proposals to carry out in the next session.
🇲🇽🏆Ended the week joining my colleagues from the Latino Caucus receiving the highest honor from the Mexican Consulate General in Chicago for recipients outside of Mexico for their annual Ohtli Award Ceremony.
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“Until there are changes at the federal level, organizations will have no choice but to continue to find resources to help these families, including calling for donations from the public.”
~Nina Sedeño, Latino Policy Forum
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~Nina Sedeño, Latino Policy Forum
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State Director Cicely Fleming and Regional Council Manager for Region 1-A attended Latino Policy Forum’s Annual Latinos on the Move Policy Luncheon.
They are pictured here with Alejandra Ibanez, Executive Director of Illinois Unidos.
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They are pictured here with Alejandra Ibanez, Executive Director of Illinois Unidos.
https://www.birthtofiveil.com/region1a
Latino Policy Forum - Well job done!
CCL is honored to be a part of the Housing Acuerdo of the Latino Policy Forum.
Yesterday our Director of Resource Development, Paula, was at the Latinos on the Move 2022 Latino Policy Forum Luncheon.
CCL'S housing work was highlighted & Paula got to connect with other partners like LUCHA and Claretian Associates, Inc.
Yesterday our Director of Resource Development, Paula, was at the Latinos on the Move 2022 Latino Policy Forum Luncheon.
CCL'S housing work was highlighted & Paula got to connect with other partners like LUCHA and Claretian Associates, Inc.
Thank you to the Latino Policy Forum for having me at their “Driving Growth in Illinois” event this afternoon. I'm inspired by their accomplishments in amplifying Latino voices and driving policies that benefit Latino and immigrant communities.
Happy to be part of the Host Committee for the Latino Policy Forum’s annual luncheon fundraiser.
Latino’s on the move “driving growth in Illinois.”
Latino’s on the move “driving growth in Illinois.”
Today at 12pm! Follow the Latino Policy Forum to stream the event!
Woods Fund Chicago grantee partner Latino Policy Forum is hiring! Learn more about the Associate Director of External Affairs below ⬇️
Did you know? When English Learners first enroll in a state-funded Pre-k program, they are screened for English proficiency to determine their eligibility for bilingual programming. If your child might benefit from bilingual education services, read the full report to learn more about the power of enrolling your child in a program with bilingual education services at https://englishlearnersinil.org/els-in-early-childhood/
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Based on our most recent survey of Latino Families with UnidosUS and Latino Policy Forum, we found that long COVID is currently impacting a fourth of Latino families across the country.
It is becoming increasingly clear that the fight against the pandemic is far from over. We hope that our collective research will shed light on the long term health and socioeconomic impact of the pandemic on Latino families.
Read more about our initial findings from the The Brookings Institution:
It is becoming increasingly clear that the fight against the pandemic is far from over. We hope that our collective research will shed light on the long term health and socioeconomic impact of the pandemic on Latino families.
Read more about our initial findings from the The Brookings Institution:
If you missed the webinar on the Socioeconomic Effects of Covid-19 on Latino families hosted by Latino Policy Forum and The Brookings Institution, you can rewatch the recorded session on Youtube.
Thank you to all the panelists and everyone who joined who helped make the webinar successful.
To watch the full video:
Thank you to all the panelists and everyone who joined who helped make the webinar successful.
To watch the full video:
TODAY with grantee partner Latino Policy Forum ⬇️
The Latino Policy Forum is currently seeking a full-time Associate Director of External Affairs to work closely with Forum leadership, state agencies, elected officials, and advocacy partners to identify, analyze, critique, and advocate for policy solutions that elevate immigration, housing, and other issues pertaining to Acuerdo partners and the Illinois Latino Agenda (ILA) coalitions.
For more information on the position:
For more information on the position: