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Alma Morales Riojas Elected to the National History Women’s Museum Board
August 21, 2006
The National History Women’s Museum named Alma Morales Riojas to its board of directors.Morales Riojas is president and CEO of MANA, A National Latina Organization and serves as the chair of the board for Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility.
Antonio Gil Morales Re-Elected National Commander
August 21, 2006
The American GI Forum of the United States re-elected Antonio Gil Morales national commander and board chair for second consecutive term during its national conference held in Kansas City, Kansas.
Celebrating “Our Youth, Our Future, Our Legacy” During Hispanic Heritage Month
August 21, 2006
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), the nation’s premier Hispanic youth leadership development and educational organization, announced “Celebrating Our Youth, Our Future, Our Legacy,” as this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month theme, commemorating three anniversary milestones: the 25th Public Policy Fellowship; 20th Congressional Internship and 5th Annual Scholarship Awards.
CNC’s Guarione Diaz Receives Outstanding American by Choice Recognition
August 21, 2006
Sponsored by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), The Outstanding American by Choice recognition highlights the importance of citizenship rights and responsibilities through recognition of the outstanding achievements of naturalized U.S. citizens.
El Hispano News Welcomes AT&T Partnership with “Parents Step Ahead’ Program
August 21, 2006
AT&T, Inc. will participate in El Hispano News, a member of the National Association of Hispanic Publications (NAHP), “Parents Step Ahead” program.
Esther Aguilera Earns “Latina of Excellence Award” in Education from Hispanic Magazine
August 21, 2006
Esther Aguilera lived the classic “American Dream” as an immigrant who strived to make smoothing of herself and provide for her family.
Janet Murguia among Washington’s 100 Most Powerful Women
August 21, 2006
Washingtonian Magazine named National Council of La Raza President and CEO Janet Murguia among Washington’s 100 Most Powerful Women.
LULAC Elects New President Rosa Rosales
August 21, 2006
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) elected its new LULAC National President Rosa Rosales with over 70 percent of the vote by delegates during the LULAC National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
USHCC President and CEO Michael L. Barrera Ring the NYSE Closing Bell
August 21, 2006
The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce leadership had the distinct honor to ring the closing bell of the NYSE. This prestigious distinction served to highlight the unprecedented growth and success of Hispanic-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the United States.
American GI Forum Reports High Morale among Troops in Iraq
June 5, 2006
The American GI Forum of the United States and national representatives from several veteran service organizations traveled to Iraq as a part of an invitation by the Office of the Secretary of Defense during the period February 18-22, 2006.
CHCI’s 2006 Public Policy Conference and 29th Annual Gala Scheduled October 2-4
June 5, 2006
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), the nation’s leading Hispanic educational nonprofit organization, announced it has secured dates for the 2006 and 2007 Public Policy Conference and Annual Gala, the nation’s premier and largest annual gathering commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month.
Diaz-Balart Reelected Chairman of the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute
June 5, 2006
The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) congratulates Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart, Vice-Chairman of the House Rules Committee and Chairman of the Subcommittee on Legislative and Budget Process on his reelection as Chairman of CHLI. Congressman Diaz-Balart chairs a nineteen member board committed to creating a broader awareness of the diversity of thought, heritage, interests and views of Americans of Hispanic and Portuguese descent.
HACU Celebrates 20 Years in San Antonio, Texas
June 5, 2006
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) held a press conference to unveil a commissioned art piece to mark its 20th anniversary and announce details of its Annual Conference, scheduled for October 28-31, 2006, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in beautiful downtown San Antonio. The press conference will take place at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, May 11 at Our Lady of the Lake University’s Sueltenfuss Library, Community Room.
Highlights of ASPIRA’S Technology Tools Conference
June 5, 2006
The 5th edition of the Technology Tools conference organized by ASPIRA Association and the Council on Opportunity in Education (COE) provided some great activities and highlights, among them:
LULAC and Comcast Announce Comprehensive Partnership
June 5, 2006
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) established a comprehensive partnership with Comcast, the nation’s leading provider of cable, entertainment and communications products and services, to build awareness of LULAC’s public service programs and identify employment and education opportunities for its membership. This partnership was officially kicked-off at LULAC’s Legislative Awards Gala in Washington, D.C. on March 1, 2006, for which Comcast served as the Platinum Level corporate sponsor.
MANA, A National Latina Organization and Tide Partner to Honor and Empower Hispanic Women in Los Angeles
June 5, 2006
MANA, A National Latina Organization (MANA), announced a partnership with P&G and its Tide brand to organize “Tide Thank You” financial education workshops to help empower Hispanic women in the Los Angeles area and recognize the important role they play in ensuring their families’ well-being.The seminars are designed to promote financial literacy among female heads of households by helping them to better manage their family’s financial needs.
The National Association of Hispanic Publications Partners with Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
June 5, 2006
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and the National Association of Hispanic Publications (NAHP) launched a membership expansion and professional development initiative to enroll 150 new member publications from across the country and encourage former members to rejoin the Association. This new effort was announced during NAHP's Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV.
The National Hispanic Employee Association (MENTóR) to host its NHEA 2006 Workforce Leadership Awards event in Washington, D.C.
June 5, 2006
The National Hispanic Employee Association, also known as MENTóR, announced their NHEA 2006 Workforce Leadership Awards event to be held on October 1, 2006 in Washington, D.C.
HACR Laments The Passing of Board Member Irma Flores Gonzales
February 1, 2005
It is with extreme saddness that the HACR Family learned of the passing of Irma Flores Gonzalez a true leader and advocate for the Hispanic community. Irma had been the board designee from the National Council of La Raza to the Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility. She passed away on December 24 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by her beloved family.
New National Council of La Raza Report Recommends Solutions to Latino Financial Education Disparity
February 1, 2005
According to a new report released by National Council of La Raza, the largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the U.S., translating financial education materials often is not adequate in motivating Latinos to form relationships with financial institutions. Made possible by a grant from The Allstate Foundation, the new report titled Financial Education in Latino Communities: An Analysis of Programs, Products, and Results/Effects finds that the U.S. financial industry has failed to connect with Hispanics and many low-income families via financial education products and services.
The ASPIRA Association and AOL(r) Latino Announce Joint Initiative to Empower Latino Communities through the Internet
February 1, 2005
The ASPIRA Association, a leader in youth education programs throughout the country and AOL Latino, the leading bilingual Internet service provider for U.S. Hispanics announced the implementation of the initiative titled Bridging the Digital Divide for Latino Youth and Communities. This national initiative intends to enhance technological access and computer literacy among low-income Latino youth and families.
Timer Warner Inc. Partners with HACU for new Hispanic Scholarship Program
February 1, 2005
Global media and entertainment giant Time Warner Inc. awarded the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities $300,000 over three years to provide scholarships to students attending HACU member campuses. The first 34 recipients -- undergraduate students in Arizona, California, Florida, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas and Puerto Rico -- were each awarded a $2,000 scholarship under the new HACU/Time Warner Scholarship Program.