“We are subsidizing our own exclusion” - Rep. Joaquin Castro on the fact that Latinos’ tax dollars contribute to the media industry’s federal and state subsidies, even as we over-index in media consumption, and are nearly invisible in front of and behind the camera. #UnidosUS22
At CHCI I will continue to work to provide a platform for thoughtful, informed discussion about creating healthcare solutions while respecting women’s rights. (4/4)
I believe we should be increasing access to healthcare, and maintaining the rights of women to make decisions about their own bodies, their lives, and their future, not restricting them, and reducing access to safe healthcare. (3/4)
The issue of reproductive health and access to quality healthcare services is a major challenge for our nation, that disproportionately impacts Latinas, other women of color, low-income families, and immigrants. (2/4)
Heartbroken, angry, frustrated.
Pray for the souls of those sweet children and their teachers in Uvalde. But for the rest of us, more prayers and statements from leaders serve no purpose. We need action.
#BlackHistoryMonth continues with a Virtual Celebration of Afro-Latino Heritage. Join us as we talk about the history of the Afro-Latino community, representation, & what the Biden-Harris Administration has done to advance equity. Register here: https://t.co/RLbqST3F5m
Don't forget to join us this Friday, February 25 from 3:30 to 5:00PM ET for the White House Celebration of Afro-Latino Heritage featuring a line-up of incredible speakers and performers including our President and CEO, Marco Davis, who will facilitate one of the panels.
CHCI and the CHCI Alumni Association mourn the terrible loss of Betsaida Alcantara, a 2006-2007 Public Policy Fellow. Betsaida was a beloved alum of our program, and meant so much to our entire community. 1/3
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute @CHCI uses wristbands like these for events. They work well, are a great talking piece and takes out the guessing on what makes each person more comfortable.
@tonyaveasey @CBCFInc@MadaleneMielke Thanks for your extraordinary leadership, partnership, and friendship! Gonna be a hard act to follow - we’ll be sure to have your successor’s back! #3Musketeers
On this Virtual Day of Action, we stand with our AAPI peers. Uplift the Asian American community by sharing your commitment to #StopAsianHate. Folks are being targeted for the language they speak, their accent, where they work, their culture — let’s end the violence together.
CHCI STATEMENT ON U.S. SUPREME COURT DECISION RE: DACA CASE
“We applaud the U.S. Supreme Court for its ruling that protects Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) by striking down the President’s 2017 effort to end it...”
@MarcoADavis , CHCI President and CEO
Registration is now OPEN for the 2019 #CHCI Leadership Conference! Tú Cuentas so take a seat at the table and join us in our nation's capital this #HHM to discuss pertinent issues affecting our community and beyond. #HereToLead. https://t.co/t2meZPkdmF