As we celebrate the power of Indigenous leadership during Native American Heritage Month, Robert L. Doore, LLI Board Member, takes pride in his lineage of strong Indigenous women and the profound lessons they have passed down through generations in his family. Read more.
A dedicated advocate for diversity in education, Maria Molina, an LLI graduate, is building bridges for students to pursue careers in healthcare. Read more.
Amy Sweeting, LEAP Entrepreneur, founded V.A.M.P. Stucco and has built a thriving multi-million-dollar construction business. Her company’s success demonstrates the potential for Latino-owned businesses to thrive and contribute to community economic mobility.
Ignite became a springboard for action for Luz Rosario. “It was the first step in starting the conversation about what Latinos need in leadership,” she declares. “There’s so much more to learn, but Ignite also sparked a critical question: what can I do with this knowledge?”
Driven by a desire to serve her Arizona community, CC Cantabrana supports others by demystifying government systems and connecting them with valuable resources.
Juan Escobedo exemplifies the power of intentionality through his career, including his recent appointment as chair of Colorado’s 988 Crisis Line Enterprise Board.
Led by Mariana del Hierro, Re:Vision is laying the groundwork in SW Denver for a thriving and equitable food landscape for years to come.
We spoke with three Latino leaders, all LLI alumni, on the frontlines of philanthropy and asked them: As a Latino/a leader, what challenges and opportunities do you see in connecting communities to resources?
We spoke with three Latino leaders, all LLI alumni, on the frontlines of philanthropy and asked them: As a Latino/a leader, what challenges and opportunities do you see in connecting communities to resources?
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives surged after George Floyd’s murder, aiming to tackle systemic problems. But progress is stalling.