Nebraska Commission on Latino-Americans

06/12/2026

Reminder: Community Action is an official Cooling Center where folks in Lincoln can go to get relief during extreme heat. Located at 210 O St. and available during our operating hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

We need your help to offer essential heat-related items to those who seek relief this summer. We are collecting the following donations:
☀ New, unused hats (baseball caps, bucket hats, visors, and sun hats)
☀ Travel size sunscreen
☀ Individual electrolyte powder (e.g. Liquid IV)
☀ Mini portable fans
☀ Travel size aloe vera gel
☀ Cooling towels

Items can be delivered to our office at 210 O St. during operating hours or purchased directly from our wish list (link in comments).

06/12/2026

Did you know the Hispanic population is integral to Nebraska’s economic landscape, contributing in every domain from the farm fields to leadership roles, and their contributions will only deepen as the next generation rises. Despite these economic contributions, Hispanics in Nebraska ranked 42nd out of all 50 states in terms of per capita income, earning $23,451 annually in 2023.

06/12/2026

The fire burning in Sioux and Dawes counties had grown to more than 28,000 acres Friday, up from 23,000 acres Thursday. But it's also now 7% contained, and the risk to Fort Robinson State Park and the city of Crawford has been reduced.

06/12/2026

They don’t just watch the world cup they consume create and share, Latino fans are completely driving the online tournament conversation, with 94% using social media to consume and share World Cup content. They use platforms like TikTok for sports news at a rate 38% higher than the general population.

06/12/2026

¡Esta es tu oportunidad de representar a nuestra comunidad con honor y orgullo
formando parte de la Escolta Mexicana Oficial del Consulado de México en Omaha 🇲🇽
Si estás interesada envíanos un DM y con gusto nos comunicaremos contigo!

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, it's the perfect time to reflect on the people and stories that have helped shape our nation.

Join the Nebraska Commission on Latino-Americans for "A Nation of Immigrants: 250 Years of Immigrant Contributions to the Making of the United States", an engaging community conversation exploring how generations of immigrants have strengthened our communities, enriched our culture, and helped define the American experience.

Featuring expert panelists Dr. Danielle Battisti, Dr. Cristian Doña-Reveco, and Dr. Thomas Sanchez, this forum offers a unique opportunity to learn, reflect, and engage with one of the most important topics in American history and civic life.

Whether your family arrived generations ago or more recently, this conversation invites us all to explore the stories, contributions, and experiences that continue to shape the future of our country.

📅 Monday, June 29
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Central Library, 7205 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68114

This event is free and open to the public. We hope you'll join us for an evening of learning, dialogue, and community. Please RSVP at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J69D3TW or scan the QR code. See you all there!

06/11/2026

The World Cup is here, and we’re feeling the excitement at our satellite office in Bellevue University!

Who are you cheering for this tournament? 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇦🇷🇧🇷🇪🇸 🇨🇴 or another favorite team?

Drop your team in the comments and share a photo if you’re showing off your World Cup spirit today! Jerseys, flags, watch parties, office decorations, we’d love to see them!

Let the games begin!
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¡La Copa Mundial ya está aquí y en nuestra oficina satélite en la Universidad de Bellevue estamos viviendo al máximo el espíritu mundialista!

¿A qué selección le vas este torneo? 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇦🇷🇧🇷🇪🇸 o a cualquier otro equipo que apoyes.

¡Cuéntanos en los comentarios y comparte una foto mostrando tu espíritu mundialista! Ya sea con tu camiseta, bandera, decoración o reunión para ver los partidos, ¡nos encantaría verla!

¡Que comience la emoción del fútbol!

06/11/2026

México vs. Sudáfrica EN VIVO: sigue la ceremonia de apertura, el partido inaugural del Mundial 2026, goles, resultados y las noticias más importantes minuto a minuto.