Hispanic Collaborative

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Join us for an insightful briefing on the growth and challenges of our Latino community. Understand key issues in education and workforce development. Act now, registration is closing soon!
Date: Nov 14, 2023 | Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST
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It's almost time! In just 5 days, we're unveiling the insights from this year's "Report on the State of Hispanics" in our live webinar. 📈 We're zooming in on pivotal education and workforce statistics. Set a reminder - you'll want to be in on this conversation! Register -> http://bit.ly/465ADSD Questions? [email protected]

Join us! We're just one week away from this year's "Report on the State of Hispanics" webinar, where we'll be diving into two education and workforce statistics.
Register -> http://bit.ly/465ADSD Questions? [email protected]

Join us as we unravel the story of the fastest-growing population in the U.S. and our region – Latinos! We're talking educational shifts, wealth gaps, and the power of our Latino workforce to drive growth today and tomorrow.

This is not your average webinar! Share this with your amigos and let's make an impact together.
https://web.mmac.org/events/2023-Report-on-the-State-of-Hispanics--4251/details

Join us for the 2023 Hispanic Report. Explore Latino education, wealth, and their impact on higher education and the workforce. Empower our community!
CLICK HERE -> https://web.mmac.org/events/2023-Report-on-the-State-of-Hispanics-4251/details TO REGISTER NOW!
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We conclude this incredible month of celebrating Hispanic Heritage with a heartfelt salute to our inspiring, resilient, and high-achieving Hispanic community. 🌟 Here is a recap of some awe-inspiring facts we saw that deepen our appreciation for our community and its impact on our society:

1. Over 4.7 million Hispanic-owned businesses thrive in the U.S., contributing to economic growth and innovation.

2. Ellen Ochoa's historic journey to space in 1993 reminds us of the Hispanic community's incredible achievements.

3. The vast majority of the U.S. Hispanics are U.S. citizens. About 81% of Hispanics living in the country in 2021 were U.S. citizens.

4. Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S. generate over $800 billion in revenue.

5. Milwaukee Public Schools' pioneering bilingual programs date back to the late 1960s, nurturing the importance of bilingual and bicultural programs to serve more English learners.

6. 1 in 5 Hispanics aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting our commitment to education and excellence.

7. According to the latest, 2022 State of Hispanic Homeownership by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), Wisconsin is among the most affordable states for Latinos.

8. Alderman José Pérez makes history as the first Latino to be elected as President of the Milwaukee Common Council.

9. Alderwoman Jocasta Zamarripa is the first Latina to be elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly.

10. In 1889 Milwaukee saw the first Hispanic recorded to have lived in the city of Milwaukee.
In 1910, fewer than 50 foreign-born Mexicans lived in Milwaukee. By 1930, there were as many as 7,000 immigrants from Mexico living in Milwaukee.

11. Sonia Sotomayor was appointed by President Barack Obama as associate justice of the Supreme Court, becoming the first Hispanic and third woman to serve in the U.S. Supreme Court.

From economic contributions and historic firsts to the flourishing of Hispanic culture in the U.S., let's cherish and continue to celebrate the rich tapestry of Hispanic heritage.

Today we highlight a notable Hispanic in our community and the board chair of Hispanic Collaborative.

Rolando is a proud advocate for the Hispanic community, co-founding the Milwaukee Hispanic Collaborative in 2019. He continues to serve as its board chair.

When his family moved from Cuba to the United States, his first job was as a theater usher, an industry he has left only briefly since.

Read more about his accomplishments here ⭐️🎥

Discover the tale of Hispanic grocers in MKE, where generations of family-owned businesses have brought a taste of home to our city. Just when did it all begin?

It is our last of and we’re closing off with a name that may sound familiar.

In this image, Roberto Hernandez (left) and Esequiel Guzman (center) collaborate on the design of "La Guardia" newspaper, a groundbreaking bilingual publication that was in circulation from 1969 to 1982 in Milwaukee.

It helped in organizing and unifying the efforts of Mexican-American laborers in their fight for better working conditions, fair wages, and greater recognition of their contributions to the workforce.

La Guardia was published weekly in Spanish and English by the Latin American Union for Civil Rights in Milwaukee. This paper was a strong voice for the Latino community in the Milwaukee advocating for Latino rights.

Roberto Hernandez has become namesake of today’s University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Latino Student Center.

What a great group of student musicians playing at the Common Council chambers today! Go Latino Strings! Thank you for celebrating Hispanic Heritage month today!

Did you know that the vast majority of U.S. Hispanics are U.S. citizens. About 81% of Hispanics living in the country in 2021 were U.S. citizens.

(Source: 11 facts about Hispanic origin groups in the U.S. | Pew Research Center)

Today we're highlighting a Latino, Marquette University professor who specializes in: U.S. immigration, labor, religious, urban, and Latinx studies. Check out his bio! Bravo Dr. Gonzalez! 👏🌟

This small business store owner's story is inspiring. Rita started this business a few years ago to relieve her children's eczema pains. Today she proudly owns her very own shop where she makes handmade soaps, lotions, and cosmetic products helping others using natural remedies. And her saying? She wants to make her customers feel good. Learn more about Aloekui Handmade Soap by visiting mercadoMKE.com (mercadoMKE) and visiting Rita’s storefront.

Ready to time travel? Taken in 1969 this picture depicts pivotal times for farm workers throughout the country. Pictured are John Schmitt, Manuel Salas, Cesar Chavez and Eliseo Medina sitting together on a panel in Milwaukee discussing the grape boycott.

Pictured: Milwaukee Grape Boycott Panel, courtesy of Wisconsin Historical Society

Justice Sonia Sotomayor's inspiring journey from humble beginnings in the Bronx to the highest court in the land teaches us that every dream is within reach with hard work, passion, and the pursuit of justice. 🏛️✨

Raised in a modest household in the Bronx, she faced early challenges but remained steadfast in her pursuit of knowledge. She attended Princeton University on a full scholarship, where she excelled and later went on to graduate from Yale Law School.

Her legal career skyrocketed as she worked as a prosecutor in New York, then entered private practice, and finally became a U.S. District Court Judge. In 2009, she achieved historic significance when she was appointed by President Barack Obama as the first Hispanic and third woman to serve in the U.S. Supreme Court.

Sotomayor's life story is a testament to how resilience, education, and determination can overcome any obstacle. Her background and achievements continue to inspire generations to reach for greatness. ✨

Spanish is one of the most popular languages, but just how popular do you think?🙈 Comment your guesses down below and check back to see the correct answer later!

UPDATE: b is the correct answer.

Did you know edition:

Using federal grant funding, Milwaukee Public Schools piloted bilingual programs at a few schools starting in the late 1960s. They included Vieau, Lincoln and South Division. In 1974, at the urging of the community, the district committed to expanding bilingual bicultural programs to serve more English learners.

Reflecting on an enriching week celebrating our heritage and community. Did you know?

According to the latest, 2022 State of Hispanic Homeownership by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), Wisconsin is among the most affordable states for Latinos. The median Hispanic household income exceeds the income needed to afford the median priced home in each of Wisconsin’s most populous markets.

This week, we are shining a light on an inspiring Hispanic leader from Milwaukee - JoCasta Zamarripa 👏🌟

Our interns had a great day today learning more about Agency life and social media. Thanks CI Design Inc.!

It is and we’re highlighting a Milwaukee staple! Visit Mr. Churro for all you pan-dulce-sweet-tooth cravings!

In 1910, fewer than 50 foreign-born Mexicans lived in Milwaukee. By 1930, there were as many as 7,000 immigrants from Mexico living in Milwaukee. New arrivals typically settled in neighborhoods near their workplaces, including Walker's Point and Merrill Park on the city's south side, and Riverwest on the north side.

Pictured: Mexican Independence Parade in Milwaukee, courtesy of Arnoldo Sevilla.

We continue to embrace the wisdom of our Hispanic heritage. Today, we share a notable woman in STEM who has inspired many, many Latinos and Latinas🚀🔭🪐👩‍🚀:

Ellen Ochoa was the first Latina to go into space in 1993. She followed that flight with three more space shuttle missions. Ochoa holds three patents on optical devices intended to perform inspection and recognition tasks, and to remove noise from images. Following her retirement from space flight, Ochoa became director of the Johnson Space Flight Center, the first Latina to do so. 🌟

UPDATE: Correct answer - A)1889
🤔 Can you guess the correct answer? Comment below and check back later for the reveal!

Closing off the weekend with some 📊

Did you know? As of 2018, there were over 4.7 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S., generating over $800 billion in revenue. We are a true powerhouse in the economy!

Shining a light on an inspiring Hispanic leader from Milwaukee - Alderman and Common Council President Perez. Their dedication and contributions continue to shape our Milwaukee community for the better. Let's applaud their achievements! 👏🌟

Get ready to groove into the weekend! Let's celebrate Hispanic culture by spotlighting this incredible, Latino-owned, thriving business El Sazón Dominicano. Their food is so delish, so if you’re looking for a Friday meal, check them out!

If you've been there, what’s your favorite menu item?!🥟

Throwing it back to a significant and historical place in Milwaukee's Latino history.

This photo from 1976 shows Hispanic restaurant in Walker's Point neighborhood “La Gran Parada” inside a building constructed during the Civil War.

In the 1920's, Mexican immigrants came to the Walker’s Point neighborhood and worked in tanneries. Latino immigrants began to make up a large population of the neighborhood.

Embrace the wisdom of our Hispanic heritage. Today, we share a piece that reminds us of the strength and resilience within our culture:

In 1980, there were about 470,000 Latinos enrolled at degree-granting postsecondary institutions, accounting for 4% of all students. By 2000, Latino enrollment had increased to 1.5 million, or 10% of all students. And by 2020, 3.7 million Latinos were enrolled, accounting for a fifth of all postsecondary students.

UPDATE: B - 1968 is the correct answer.

Test your knowledge with this Hispanic Heritage Month Tuesday Trivia! Can you guess the correct answer? Comment below and check back later for the reveal!

This Hispanic Heritage Month we’re excited to share daily facts about Hispanic and Latino history and culture.

Here's what's coming your way:

🏙️ : Discover the heart of Milwaukee's Hispanic history
❓ : Test your knowledge with our trivia question of the day
🌟 : Be inspired by the richness of Hispanic culture.
🕰️ : Time-travel to iconic moments of Latino culture in Milwaukee
😃 : Celebrate Hispanic culture - from music to food!
👏 : Meet influential Hispanic leaders, perhaps even local heroes!
🧐 : Unearth intriguing facts about Hispanic heritage
📖 : Get tasty recommendations of Hispanic Milwaukee gems

Free Paletas (popsicles) if you come down to celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month at the Peck Pavilion today from 11am to 3pm!

Can’t wait to have the best ice cream in the city today! You can too! Join us at the Peck pavilion!

Milwaukee Downtown! We hope you can join us today at the Peck Pavilion for the city kickoff to Hispanic Heritage Month! 11am to 3pm with official city remarks at 11:45!

Almost ready for festivities today from 11am to 3pm! See you all at the Peck Pavilion downtown!