LULAC

LULAC, the oldest and largest Latino civil rights organization, has released a report titled “The Battle Ahead: Latino Civil Rights vs. Project 2025.” It outlines ten major threats to Latino civil rights, including mass deportations and cuts to legal immigration. These proposed changes could harm Latino communities and democracy. LULAC remains dedicated to defending Latino rights and fighting inequality. Read the full report on our website: https://lulac.org/project_2025/

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“College Bathrooms Remodeled for Wheelchair Access.”
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El 22 de junio de 1999, la Corte Suprema de los Estados Unidos falló en Olmstead v. L.C. & E. W. que los estados deben proporcionar servicios y programas para las personas con discapacidades ( ) en el entorno más integrado basado en sus necesidades y preferencias y que la segregación injustificada era una forma de discriminación en virtud de la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA). está celebrando el 25º aniversario de la decisión de Olmstead ( ) compartiendo las 25 innovaciones en políticas e hitos que incluyen las historias de personas, agencias y servicios que ha transformado. Lea sobre el amplio impacto de la decisión en: bit.ly/3Wb24Zg

LULAC Statement on Biden Withdrawal From Presidential Contest.

Job supports vary based upon each worker’s preferences and needs. Individual Placement and Support (IPS) is an evidence-based supported employment model primarily provided to people with mental health conditions and helps people succeed at jobs of their choosing. Check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for more. bit.ly/4602NA2

LULAC Presidential Awards

LULAC National Convention 2024 - Las Vegas Friday - 28 June 20249:00 am to 9:45 am - Beyond the Border: Urban Responses to Influx of MigrantsSpeakers - Domingo Garcia, Carlos Eduardo Espina, Sister No...

2024 LULAC National Women's Hall of Fame Luncheon continues live ...

LULAC National Convention 2024 - Las Vegas Friday - 28 June 20249:00 am to 9:45 am - Beyond the Border: Urban Responses to Influx of MigrantsSpeakers - Domingo Garcia, Carlos Eduardo Espina, Sister No...

Women’s Hall of Fame

LULAC National Convention 2024 - Las Vegas Friday - 28 June 20249:00 am to 9:45 am - Beyond the Border: Urban Responses to Influx of MigrantsSpeakers - Domingo Garcia, Carlos Eduardo Espina, Sister No...

LULAC National Convention 2024 - Las Vegas

LULAC National Convention 2024 - Las Vegas Friday - 28 June 20249:00 am to 9:45 am - Beyond the Border: Urban Responses to Influx of MigrantsSpeakers - Domingo Garcia, Carlos Eduardo Espina, Sister No...

LULAC Plenary Live

LULAC National Convention 2024 - Las Vegas Wednesday - 27 June 20242:00 pm to 2:20 pm - Identity and Representation: Latinos and the U.S CensusSpeakers - Juan Proaño, Roberto L. Santos2:30 pm to 3:15 ...

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Carlos Eduardo Espina is a 25-year-old nonprofit director, activist, and lawyer who works to uplift the immigrant community through social media content, community organizing, and charitable causes.

Carlos was born in Montevideo, Uruguay to a Uruguayan father and a Mexican mother. He immigrated with his family to Texas when he was five years old.

Since he was a teenager, Carlos has been involved in community work. In 2017, Carlos founded his first nonprofit, Football for the Future. Through this organization, Carlos and his team provide free soccer and educational camps for hundreds of low-income kids in central Texas.

In 2019, Carlos founded his second nonprofit, the Detained Refugee Solidarity Fund. This nonprofit exists to morally and economically support migrants and refugees detained in ICE detention centers throughout the United States.

Carlos received his bachelor’s degree from Vassar College in 2020 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2024. He also has over 10 million followers on social media, where he posts bilingual videos informing and uplifting the Latino community in the United States.

Carlos is working to build a community center in Houston, Texas, where he will provide free legal and educational services for the community. Carlos Eduardo Espina

To kick off National Convention & Exposition, LULAC National President was joined by Nevada’s & for the ribbon cutting & official opening of the of the Expo & !

Don’t Miss Out on This Amazing Convention!
We are thrilled to announce the commencement of the 2024 LULAC National Convention in Las Vegas! This year’s convention features enriching sessions at the Women’s Conference, the LULAC Youth Academy, and the Federal Training Institute, with distinguished speakers from government, corporations, and nonprofits.

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Dr. Arati Prabhakar is the director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the Assistant to the President of Science and Technology. She also serves as the President’s Chief Advisor for Science and Technology, a member of the President’s Cabinet, and co-chair of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). Her extensive career, which includes leadership roles in federal R&D agencies, startups, large companies, universities, government labs, and nonprofits, has been marked by pioneering achievements. She was the Director of DARPA from 2012 to 2017 and the first woman to lead the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

When she was three, her family immigrated from India to the United States, settling in Chicago and Lubbock, Texas. She earned her electrical engineering degree from Texas Tech University, an M.S. in electrical engineering, and a Ph.D. in applied physics from the California Institute of Technology. She began her career as a Congressional Fellow at the Office of Technology Assessment. Prabhakar is an Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers fellow and a National Academy of Engineering member. In 2019, she founded Actuate, a nonprofit organization aimed at developing new approaches to societal challenges, highlighting her commitment to addressing critical issues through innovation.

We are thrilled to announce that the 2024 LULAC National Convention starts in less than 3 hours at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas!🌟This year’s theme, “Empowering the Next Generation,” will bring together hundreds of Latino youths for discussions on economic empowerment, health, technology, and immigration, featuring leaders from across sectors.

Final preparations are underway, and the excitement is palpable! For more details and the full schedule, check out our convention schedule and directory. See you in Las Vegas!

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Maria Gabriela (“Gaby”) Pacheco is the President and CEO of TheDream.US. As an immigrant with a mixed-status family, she deeply understands the complexities faced by immigrant families in the US. Over the past two decades, she has played a pivotal role in the fight for immigration rights, notably leading the Trail of Dreams in 2010 In 2012, she spearheaded efforts that led to the establishment of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Pacheco made history as the first undocumented Latina to testify before Congress, addressing the Senate Judiciary Committee on April 22, 2013, and calling for urgent immigration reform.

Her exceptional contributions have earned her widespread recognition. She was featured in Forbes magazine’s “30 Under 30: Education” and “40 Under 40: Latinos in American Politics.” In 2015, she received an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Humanities from The New School and was highlighted in Elle magazine’s 30th-anniversary issue, “This is 30,” alongside the world’s 30 most notable women. Gaby also appeared on the June 2012 TIME Magazine cover with 30 other immigrant leaders. As a national political analyst, she regularly shares her expertise on networks like Univision, Telemundo, MSNBC, CNN, and CNN en Español and has written opinion pieces for the New York Times, Washington Post, and USA Today. On June 21, 2023, Gaby achieved her dream of becoming a naturalized US Citizen.

📢 Get Ready for the Expo and Career Fair! 📢
The LULAC Convention Exposition is the premier venue for showcasing your products and services to the Hispanic community and recruiting top talent employees. Attracting over 15,000 attendees annually, this is your chance to connect and grow. Join us at Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino for an unparalleled experience.
See you there! 🌟

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Xochitl Torres Small was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture on July 11, 2023, becoming the first Latina in this role. Before her confirmation as Deputy Secretary, she served as Under Secretary for Rural Development, improving infrastructure, business development, affordable housing, community facilities, and high-speed internet access in rural, Tribal, and high-poverty areas. She also served as a United States Representative, becoming the first woman and person of color to represent New Mexico’s 2nd congressional district, one of the largest in the country.

The House Ways & Means Committee is set to mark up the Treatment and Reduction of Obesity Act (TROA). While the bill faces some challenges, it's a step forward. We applaud Congressman Brad Wenstrup and Congresswoman Gwen Moore for their tireless efforts to support patients with obesity. We back the legislation under consideration, which ensures that seniors can continue their obesity treatments without losing access to these lifesaving interventions upon enrolling in Medicare.

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🚀Empowering the Next Generation! 🚀
Our theme this year reflects our unwavering commitment to civil rights and empowerment. For many years, LULAC has fought injustice and pioneered change, and this theme reflects our dedication to educating the leaders of tomorrow.
Every year, we come together to advocate for progress, recognizing the vital role of mentorship and inspiration in fostering future leaders. From advocating for fair labor conditions to establishing educational initiatives, LULAC has always sought to support Hispanic communities.
Let's continue our legacy of empowerment and make a difference together!🌟

Welcoming Trailblazers at the LULAC National Convention in Las Vegas!

George Lopez – One of the few Latinos to star in a television comedy series, George Lopez broke barriers as the first Latino to host a late-night talk show. His impact on the entertainment industry has been profound, and we are honored to have him join us as the LULAC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

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Catherine Cortez Masto is the U.S. Senator for the State of Nevada. As a proud third-generation Nevadan, she is committed to protecting working families across the state. Growing up in a union household, she learned the value of organized labor from a young age. In the Senate, she has consistently fought to attract more businesses to Nevada, passing legislation that has created tens of thousands of good-paying jobs and built the state's clean energy economy. She led the fight to break up s*x trafficking rings and authored the law to make s*x trafficking a crime in Nevada. As a senator, she fiercely advocates local law enforcement, securing essential funding to combat crime and ensure community safety.

Senator Cortez Masto has traveled extensively across the Silver State, engaging with rural communities, tribes, farmers, ranchers, and new businesses. She has been instrumental in bringing federal resources to Northern Nevada and her hometown of Las Vegas. Known for her ability to unite Democrats, Republicans, and Independents, she is consistently ranked among the most effective senators. Her pragmatic approach has significantly improved Nevada's infrastructure, wildfire and drought management, and housing affordability for Nevadans.

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