NCLR Líderes

Politics, Service and DC Youth

2010-03-16T18:30:00+00:00

Politics Under 30 talked with Jenna Bramble, the Delegation Coordinator of DC Youth and Government. Read how this program is changing the lives of young people in Washington, DC.

New Report on the Latino Vote Should Be Bedside Reading for Any Politician

2010-03-04T21:30:00+00:00

President and CEO NCLR (National Council of La Raza) Posted: February 8, 2010 02:08 PM

US colleges court Hispanic families using espanol

2010-03-04T21:00:00+00:00

Sunday, February 7, 2010; 5:46 PM PHILADELPHIA

Lideres Youth Participate in Groundbreaking Forum on Latino Children

2010-01-05T15:30:00+00:00

On Thursday, October 22, NCLR brought community leaders, academics, and practitioners together for a forum focused on America’s future. The forum, the first of its kind, highlighted new research in the areas of education, health care, and juvenile justice, which revealed the depth of the challenges facing Latino children.

Escalera Student Highlight- Jose Martin Lugo

2010-01-04T19:30:00+00:00

Escalera Program: Taking Steps to Success, which promotes economic mobility for Latino youth by increasing educational attainment, career-planning, and access to information about advanced careers. Jose Martin Lugois the featured Escalera student.

Jobs for Latinos and Blacks: The Reality of Our Struggle

2009-12-30T17:15:00+00:00

Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO, blogs on the Huffington Post.

Latinos no longer rare in college basketball

2009-12-16T19:45:00+00:00

Latinos no longer rare in college basketball

Latino Youths Optimistic But Beset by Problems

2009-12-16T19:30:00+00:00

A new national survey finds that Latinos ages 16 to 25 are satisfied with their lives and optimistic about their futures. They value education, hard work and career success. But they are more likely than other youths to drop out of school, live in poverty and become teen parents. They also have high levels of exposure to gangs. And when it comes to self-identity, most straddle two worlds.

Another Victory For Undocumented Students

2009-12-07T16:15:00+00:00

Two students who were set to be deported by federal authorities will get to stay in the United States thanks to community organizing in Florida.

Official: Hispanics Lack 'Sense Of Urgency' in Closing Education Gap

2009-12-07T16:00:00+00:00

Hispanics aren't being aggressive enough about closing the academic achievement gap, a top education executive for the White House said Tuesday.

Gen Y Hispanics

2009-12-07T15:45:00+00:00

Gen Y Hispanics will change the future landscape of U.S. business

2010 NCLR National Latino Advocacy Days

2009-12-07T15:30:00+00:00

SAVE THE DATE! On March 3-4, 2010, National Council of La Raza (NCLR) Affiliates, community leaders, and youth from throughout the nation will come together in Washington, DC to learn about and advocate for issues that impact the Latino community. On March 3,participants will receive intensive policy and advocacy trainings.

Keeping the Dream Alive: Resource Guide for Undocumented Students

2009-12-07T15:15:00+00:00

NCLR designed this student-friendly resource handbook to help undocumented students better prepare for postsecondary education options and, in particular, a college degree.

NCLR Líderes Initiative Launches “Líderes Learning to Lead, Líderes Learning to Change”

2009-12-07T15:00:00+00:00

Deadline for Proposals: October 6, 2009 With support from Sodexo and the MetLife Foundation, the NCLR Líderes Initiative is awarding three $10,000 grants to NCLR Affiliates or Líderes Network student groups to participate in its 2009–2010 Líderes Learning to Lead, Líderes Learning to Change youth leadership program. This program will consist of a series of Congresos and local advocacy activities that will inform, empower, and equip students for future positions of leadership.

Back to School DREAM ACT Day of Action- University of Texas- Austin

2009-12-07T15:00:00+00:00

On September 23rd, thousands of students all over the country participated in the Back to School DREAM ACT Day of Action. UT - Austin shares their actvities with Líderes.