Corazon Latino Inc.

🌍⚽ "Marcando la Diferencia" - A Game-Changing Climate PSA Campaign! ⚽🌍 We are thrilled to announce a powerful new collaboration between Corazón Latino, Climate Power, and Grupo Orlegi's CSR arm, Ganar Sirviendo (Win by Serving). Together, we've launched "Marcando la Diferencia," a series of climate public service announcements (PSAs) featuring the Mexican professional soccer team, Santos Laguna. This campaign highlights the vital intersection of the climate crisis and sports, showcasing the crucial role athletes and fans can play in driving climate action. Debuting during the final weekend of the COPA America tournament, these PSAs will reach Latinos on the frontlines of climate change, leveraging the influential platform of soccer to engage and inspire communities to take meaningful climate actions. Marcando la Diferencia: “El Reto se Calienta” Marcando la Diferencia: "La Pasión que Respiramos” Marcando la Diferencia: “El Equipo de la Tierra” Antonieta Cadiz, Deputy Executive Director for Climate Power En Acción, remarked, “The landscape of climate action discourse has shifted significantly. With historic climate investments directed towards Latino and frontline communities, we created these PSAs to inspire individuals to take supportive actions and continue backing leaders who prioritize environmental stewardship." Felipe Benítez, our Executive Director, added, “Our communities are on the frontlines of the climate crisis, facing the negative impacts of pollution and climate disasters. These PSAs stand in solidarity with them, promoting sustainability and protecting what we love—like soccer. Our goal is to empower our community to take decisive actions in safeguarding our Madre Tierra.” Laura Kalb de Irarragorri, Chairwoman of Ganar Sirviendo, Grupo Orlegi CSR arm, stated, "Sports and climate intersect significantly. Using soccer as a platform for social action, we demonstrate our commitment to fostering positive change, as our players and community experience firsthand the effects of polluted air and extreme heat." Catch the PSAs on Televisa-Univision in North Carolina and Georgia, and on Univision’s streaming services, U-now, and VIX, this weekend. Join us in making a difference! 🌍💚 #ClimateAction #MarcandoLaDiferencia #Sustainability #SoccerForChange #COPAAmerica #LatinoLeadership #EnvironmentalStewardship

❤️ Exciting News 🌲 We are thrilled to announce that our project, "Addressing Our Future Now: The Environmental Justice Lens in the Forest Service Mission through DEIA – A JEDI Project," has won a Silver Telly Award in the DEIA Category at the 45th Annual Telly Awards! This prestigious recognition celebrates excellence in video and television across all screens. This year’s Telly Awards saw a record-breaking nearly 13,000 entries worldwide, with winners judged by leaders from the industry’s top companies, including Adobe, Calvin Klein, and NASA. Our work stood out among the best, sharing the spotlight with innovative creators and storytellers. Our project, which highlights the integration of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility into the Forest Service’s mission, reflects our commitment to pushing creative boundaries and addressing crucial societal issues. Special thanks to our dedicated team at Corazón Latino and Jpixx, including: Felipe Benitez, Executive Director & Founder, Corazón Latino Stacy Whittle, Executive Producer & Director, Corazón Latino Jon Abrahams, Co-Director & Director of Photography, Jpixx Lizzie Bankowski, Editor, Jpixx LLC Jackson Begley, Director of Photography, Jpixx Jillian Mack, Production Coordinator, Jpixx As noted by Telly Awards Awards Managing Director Amanda Needham, this season's entries have gone "beyond the frame," exploring new technologies and compelling storytelling to highlight pressing global issues. We are proud to contribute to this dynamic industry shift and grateful for this recognition. Here's to continued excellence and innovation in our future projects! 🎥🌲 https://lnkd.in/eKnzgu3G #TellyAwards #CorazonLatino #VideoProduction #DEIA #EnvironmentalJustice #USDAForestService #AwardWinning

Great interview with our Founder and Executive Director, Felipe Benitez, for Tu Guía, which airs on Telemundo 44 Washington, D.C.

Join us If you are in the Washington, DC area.

Updated Version of the film We are thrilled to announce the launch of a short film produced on behalf of the USDA Forest Service Office of Civil Rights. This powerful piece showcases the voices of the agency's employees, diving deep into how they experience and practice Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) both professionally and personally. The premiere took place at the groundbreaking first-ever Forest Service Equity Summit in Albuquerque, NM, capturing the attention of 300 attendees in person and thousands more online. It was an honor to have the film introduced by the 20th Chief of the Forest Service, Randy Moore, marking a significant moment for all involved. Produced by Corazon Latino Inc.  Executive Producer and Director, Stacy Whittle Co-Directors Jon Abrahams and Lizzie Bankowski Director of Photography, Jon Abrahams and Jackson Begley Edited by Lizzie Bankowski A heartfelt thank you to Diana Pérez, Berlinda Baca, Fidel Trujillo, Ph.D., Helen Cortés, and the extensive list of individuals whose dedication and hard work brought this project to life. Your contributions have not only created a film but also sparked crucial conversations and inspired action towards a more inclusive and equitable environment within the Forest Service. Also a reminder that this project won a Bronze accolade at the The Anthem Awards last January! Stay tuned for more updates, and once again, a huge thank you to everyone involved in making this vision a reality. #JusticeEquityDiversityInclusion #USDAForestService #CorazónLatino #EquitySummit

Corazón Latino Celebrates Anthem Award & UN Consultative Status! I'm thrilled to share some fantastic news from the Corazón Latino team! 🎉 We're honored to announce that our collaborative efforts with the USDA Forest Service have been recognized with the prestigious Anthem Award. This award celebrates our series of short films that spotlight the significance of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, featuring the diverse voices and stories of Forest Service employees and partners from various communities. This acknowledgment by the Anthem Awards, which celebrates purpose-driven work, truly underscores the impact of our initiatives. https://lnkd.in/dcQbBRS4 But the good news doesn't stop there! We also marked a significant milestone by attending our first official meeting at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. As a non-profit with consultative status, Corazón Latino is now set to actively contribute to global discussions and actions in climate, conservation, and ocean protection. These achievements are a testament to the hard work, passion, and commitment of our team and supporters. Your unwavering support fuels our mission and makes these successes possible. Together, we're not just reaching goals; we're making meaningful change. Thank you to everyone involved for your dedication and belief in our cause. Here's to continuing our journey towards a more inclusive and sustainable world! 🌍

Serenade to the Virgen de Guadalupe at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart in the heart of Washington DC. Corazón Latino is a proud supporter of this event. The Virgen de Guadalupe is a central figure in Mexican culture and religion, deeply revered by many. She symbolizes faith, hope, and Mexican identity, uniting people through her image and story. Her feast day on December 12th is celebrated worldwide, showcasing her importance as a symbol of unity and cultural heritage. Videography and Editing: Edwin Ramírez

🌿🎥 Proud Finalist at the Anthem Awards for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion We are thrilled to announce that Corazón Latino's collaborative project with the USDA Forest Service, "Addressing Our Future Now: The Environmental Justice Lens in the Forest Service Mission through DEIA – A JEDI Project," has been recognized as a finalist at the prestigious Anthem Awards in the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion category! This unique film series embodies our commitment to bringing diverse voices and perspectives to the forefront of environmental governance. By partnering with the USDA Forest Service, we've captured powerful stories that showcase the importance of environmental justice in the agency’s mission. 🎬 Project Highlights: - African-American Experience: Exploring the influence of African American culture in the Forest Service, highlighting new initiatives on Sites of Civil Rights and Resistance. - Latino and Indigenous Perspectives: Featuring voices from the International Institute of Tropical Forestry and collaborations with Native American leaders. - Pacific Northwest Insights: Showcasing Asian American public servants' connection to land and conservation. Our approach aligns with the foundational principles of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Executive Order 12898, emphasizing fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all communities in environmental decisions. Shoutout to Stacy Whittle for her exceptional writing, production, and direction. Thanks to Jpixx LLC on the production side and for everyone who has been involved in this amazing project. 🙏 We need your support! Vote for us for the Community Voice Award and help us continue our mission to ensure a just and equitable environmental future. https://lnkd.in/e9ab9FjA #AnthemAwards #EnvironmentalJustice #DiversityInConservation #CorazónLatino

🎉 Celebrating Voter Engagement in VA! 🗳️ Today is Election Day in Virginia and many states. We've reached important milestone milestones, inspiring civic engagement and accountability through our award-winning Soy Latino. Sí Voto campaign. With 100,000 Latino voters engaged in VA, we are just 52 weeks from the next Presidential Election. Let's continue shaping the future together! 🇺🇸 #LatinoVote #CorazonLatino https://lnkd.in/em24bAjY

Corazón Latino supports the White House Executive Order on AI! "AI must enhance equity, civil rights, and environmental justice," says Felipe Benítez, our Founding Executive Director. Together we can use AI for the common good. Read more: https://lnkd.in/euair7t5