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We echo the words of our economic policy director: our Latino community has made remarkable economic strides! The recent growth in Latino business ownership and wealth highlights both their resilience and the value of impactful policies and programs during challenging times. This announcement from the U.S. Department of the Treasury speaks to the dedication and vision of Latino communities nationwide. We remain committed to ensuring that this progress is recognized and supported, contributing to a thriving future for all! #UnidosUS 

A sense of connectedness, where students feel supported by adults and peers, is crucial for lifelong success. But 48% of Latino high schoolers in the U.S. reported not feeling close to people at their school. Work to address this must start early in a student’s life. Last week we met with #AffliatesUnidos, advocates and partners at Arizona State University to discuss: ➡️ the importance of social connection/belonging for mental health, from early childhood through adolescence ➡️ current best practices to support Latino students and families ➡️ our combined advocacy to develop and expand culturally relevant mental health services and its workforce Together, we can help schools across the country more effectively support student mental health. We thank all those who were part of this conversation: Valle del Sol Arizona State University Roosevelt School District ASU School of Public Affairs ASU Preparatory Academy Adelante Healthcare Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) Raza Development Fund Vitalyst Health Foundation Arizona Alliance for Community Health Centers ALL In Education #UnidosUS

Los votantes latinos podrían decidir las elecciones de este año y, esta noche, #LosLatinosPreguntan sobre los asuntos que son claves para nuestra comunidad. En Nevada, uno de cada cuatro votantes es latino, pero más de la mitad no ha escuchado los planes de campaña de los candidatos y cómo le afectan. Las encuestas muestran que los votantes latinos quieren soluciones reales a temas cotidianos como alquileres altos, precios en aumento, salarios justos, vivienda asequible y violencia por armas de fuego. Con foros abiertos organizados por Univision en Nevada y Florida, es hora de discutir lo que realmente está en juego en estos estados para nuestra comunidad. Latino voters could decide this year’s election, and tonight’s town hall in Nevada is a key moment. In Nevada, one in four voters are Latino, yet over half have not been contacted by the campaigns. Polling shows Latino voters want real solutions to everyday issues like high rent, rising prices, fair pay, affordable housing and gun violence. With town halls hosted by Univision in Nevada and Florida, it’s time to discuss what’s truly at stake for our community in these battleground states. #UnidosUS #Destino2024

From 1942 to 1964, the Bracero Program brought over four million Mexican laborers to the U.S., playing a crucial role in sustaining the nation's agriculture during and after World War II. Despite facing harsh working conditions and discrimination, these workers' perseverance and contributions shaped the agricultural industry, yet their story remains largely untold. Today, a monument in El Paso, Texas, stands in their honor, commemorating the essential workers who helped feed and clothe Americans in times of crisis. To ensure this vital history is taught during #HispanicHeritageMonth and all year around, in partnership with The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, we have developed lesson plans to bring the history of Latino immigration into classrooms across the U.S. These lessons, aligned with Common Core State Standards, provide students with valuable insights into the immigrant experience and a fuller understanding of Latino contributions to American history. Access our lesson plans here: https://lnkd.in/e7zRBHva #UnidosUS #HHM

Our #AffiliatesUnidos joined the Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden at The White House to discuss the critical health coverage challenges facing Latino communities. From reducing administrative hurdles, investing in community organizations to better connect Latinos to health care coverage and improving access to care, we discussed policy solutions that protect the health and well-being of millions of Latinos. Our #AffiliatesUnidos are on the frontlines, delivering life-saving affordable health coverage to Latino families nationwide. We’re proud to stand alongside leaders dedicated to making health equity a reality. This meeting reinforces our shared commitment to building a healthier, more resilient future for all. Together, we continue advocating for affordable care for every family, no matter their zip code or background. #UnidosUS

This #WorldTeachersDay, we celebrate the incredible educators who go beyond the classroom to inspire, empower, and nurture our future leaders, especially those who ensure that students learn the richness of diversity and understand the importance of history. We recognize the teachers who have embraced the significance of the Latino History Lesson Plans we developed alongside The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History to equip high school teachers with the resources to teach the vital contributions of Latinos through American history.📚 Thank you, teachers, for your unwavering dedication to shaping minds and expanding perspectives! Access our lesson plans to continue teaching that Latino history is American history: https://lnkd.in/e-U3eiGE #UnidosUS

Latinos in Nevada have made strides in health coverage, thanks to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). However, there's more work to be done to ensure all Latinos have the quality, affordable coverage they deserve. Recently, we gathered with #AffiliatesUnidos and key partners, including Neera Tanden, White House Domestic Policy Advisor, and Dr. Jeffrey Reynoso, Regional Director for U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to discuss solutions. From simplifying enrollment to funding community organizations to help families obtain and retain health coverage, we’re advocating for policy changes that ensure every Latino in Nevada gets the health care they need. At the meeting, Ms. Tanden announced a new data from HHS finding that the number of Latinos buying their own health coverage in the ACA marketplace has tripled since the Biden-Harris Administration took office, rising from 1.5 million in 2020 to 5 million in 2024. This unprecedented progress resulted from history’s greatest funding for community navigators and from temporarily enhanced Premium Tax Credits that made it much more affordable for people to buy health coverage. To prevent millions of Latinos from losing health coverage, funding for community navigators must continue and grow, and enhanced Premium Tax Credits must not be allowed to expire next year. Together, we are building Latino power to protect the community’s recent gains and ensure affordable healthcare for all. Learn more about how Latinos have gained protection from healthcare costs and the work that remains: https://lnkd.in/eY9PiyQz We thank all those who were part of this conversation: The White House Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition Neighborhood Housing Services of Southern Nevada U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) United Way of Southern Nevada HCI Advertising Fuente de Vida Mental Health Services Nevada Health Link Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) #UnidosUS

Latinas are essential to the U.S. workforce, but the wage gap keeps holding them back. On average, Latinas make just 58 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men. This isn’t just a number—this gap means lost opportunities for families, communities, and the economy. Equal pay can’t wait! Read our report “Making Jobs Work for Latinas” here: https://lnkd.in/eAphq8vd #UnidosUS #LatinaEqualPayDay

Our Senior Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, Eric Rodriguez, joined other visionary and actionable leaders at the EdTrust-West Education Equity Forum in Oakland, California, to discuss how we can strengthen our communities through education and political power. Key takeaways from the plenary ‘Education as a Civil Right’ included: ☑️ Education is a fundamental civil right that must be protected and advanced. ☑️ Leveraging the power of partnerships to drive meaningful change. ☑️ The vital role of political advocacy and voter engagement in influencing education policies to better serve all students. #UnidosUS

Nina Otero-Warren, a trailblazer for women's suffrage and Latino empowerment, was the first Hispanic woman to run for U.S. Congress and the first female superintendent of public schools in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She recognized the power of language in the fight for equality, leading efforts to secure voting rights by ensuring that suffrage materials were available in both English and Spanish, allowing Latinos to participate in shaping their future. Her legacy as a defender of bicultural education and a trailblazer for Hispanic and Native American communities lives on today as we continue to fight for equal rights and representation. Learn more about her legacy and why it’s vital to share her story in classrooms across the country here: https://lnkd.in/e-9mH9NJ #UnidosUS #HispanicHeritageMonth #HHM