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This directory lists Hispanic organizations in the UnitedStates. Each listed organization serves and represents local Latinocommunities. Over the years, however, the directory has come to include morethan organizational listings. Recent editions have included census data thatprovide a demographic profile of the national Latino community and a count ofelected Hispanic officials nationally and for states with high concentrationsof Latinos. Also included is information on how a bill becomes a law, how towrite to a member of Congress, and bow to obtain cam?aign financial data.National statistics are provided for Hispanic social, economic, employment,and educational attainment. Organizations are grouped by location into: (1)

Washington, DC (34 organizations); (2) Puerto Rico (2 organizations); (3) thewestern United States (48 organizations grouped by state); (4) the southernUnited States (33 organizations, also by state); (5) the Midwest (11organizations); and (6) the Northeast (20 organizations, by state). A"Building New Challenges" section discusses resources for community programs.(SLD)

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Table of Contents D

Message from the Chairman of theCongressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc. 2

Message from Philip Morris Companies Inc. 4

Taking a More Active, Informed Role 5

How a Bill Becomes a Law 6

How to Write a Member of Congress 8

How to Obtain Campaign Finance Data 9

National Statistics 10

Washington, DC Organizations 11

Puerto Rico Organizations 32

Western Organizations 33

Arizona 37

California 40

Colorado 55

New Mexico 59

Southern Organizations 60

Florida 63

Texas 67

Midwestern Organizations 81

Illinois 86

Northeastern Organizations 88

New Jersey 92

New York 95

Building Community 103

The Institute 106

CHCI Board of Directors 108

About This Directory 110

Index 111

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Message fro m the Chairman

Tam honored to present the 1997-1998 editionof the National Directoiy of Hispanic

Organizations. Philip Morris Companies Inc. hasgenerously supported this important communityresource since 1984.

Over the years, this directory has grown toinclude more than organizational listings.Recent editions have included census data thatprovide a demographic profile of the nationalLatino community. We honored such historicalHispanic men and women as Puerto Ricanhumanitarian and writer Eugenio Maria deHostos, Cuban educator Felix Varela, andMexican-American journalist Jovita Iddr, whoselives made a difference within their communi-ties.

In the 1993-1994 edition, we began to include acount of Hispanic elected officials nationallyand for those states with high concentrations ofLatinos. When you open this current edition tothe National page, take a moment to savor oursuccess. The number of Hispanic elected offi-cials grew from 4,202 reported in the earlieredition to 4,787. The number of Latinas in elect-ed office has grown by more than 753 since thepublication of the 1993-1994 edition. Ourstrength and influence in Congress and at thestate and local levels of government havegrown significantly.

The purpose of this directory has remainedconsistent over the years. We offer it as aresource to organize around issues of concernto all of us. Each organization in this publica-tion serves and represents local Latino commu-nities. Imagine the collective strength of theseorganizations if they were to share informationand mobilize their communities around corn-mon concerns!

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Watch for a special version of this directoryon the World Wide Web. It will be posted onthe CHCI Web Site, which can be accessed athttp://www.chci.org. I hope that as we findnew avenues to provide this resource, wecan develop the coalitions necessary to moveforward on such important issues as qualityeducation for our children and greater repre-sentation in the formulation of public policyfor all Latinos. I am hopeful that the NationalDirectory of Hispanic Organizations contin-ues to be an integral part of that endeavor.

Hon. Xavier BecerraCongressional HispanicCaucus Institute, Inc.

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Philip Morri,Companies Inc.

Geoffrey C. BibleChairman andChief Executive OfficerPhilip MorrisCompanies Inc.

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T.he United States is a mosaic of many proudand diverse cultures, and among the proud-

est and most diverse of all is the Hispanic cul-ture. That's why Philip Morris, itself diverse inproducts and employees, once again is honoredto sponsor the publication of the NationalDirectory of Hispanic Organizations. The widevariety of organizations represented in this edi-tion symbolizes the untold ways in whichHispanics continue to enrich and energizeAmerica.

People sharing information and working to-gether in pursuit of common goals is a corner-stone of the democratic process and fund-amental to the well-being of our communitiesand our country. We believe this directoryhelps to make that happen. It is a critical toolboth for the members of our many Hispanic-American communities and for all Americansinterested in this growing and productive seg-ment of our population.

Philip Morris is dedicated not just to the princi-ple, but also to the practice of diversity. And sowe applaud the Congressional Hispanic CaucusInstitute for continuing to make this directorypossible. And we are privileged to be a part ofits continuing effort to advance the interestsand rights of Hispanic-Americans everywhere.

Taking a More Active, hi ormed Role )

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Instituteoffers the information contained in the fol-

lowing pages to encourage greater participationin the political process.

There are two articles in this section that areintended to give the readers of this directorya greater understanding of the formulation ofpublic policy (How a Bill Becomes a Law) andhow to make one's concerns known to his/herelected officials (How to Write a Member ofCongress). The United States is a nation oflaws and it is important to understand theprocess by which laws are established.

The United States is also a democracy, whichis, by definition, a government by the gov-erned. Our elected officials have the responsi-bility to represent us. It is the responsibilityof each individual, however, to ensure thathis/her Congressperson is aware of his/herposition on the various issues.

Both the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House ofRepresentatives maintain sites on the WorldWide Web. The Senate site can be accessedat http://www.senate.gov. The House sitecan be accessed at http://www.house.gov.

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( How a ii ecomes a Law

When someone has an idea for abill, the very first step to take

is to find a Member of Congress (theHouse or Senate) who will introducethe bill. When a bill is introduced, itis assigned a number by the clerk,and referred to the Congressionalcommittee with jurisdiction over thesubject matter in the legislation.

The committee Chair will determinethe subcommittee to which the billwill be referred. The legislation isscrutinized through hearings at thesubcommittee level where witness-es with expertise in the subject,agency officials, and other Membersof Congress will testify in supportof or in opposition to the legislation.A majority of the members of thesubcommittee must approve the billbefore it is referred by that subcom-mittee to the full committee.

The full committee is the mostcritical test of the legislation. The fullcommittee is charged with "markingup" the bill, which means addingfinal improvements to it. Theseimprovements take the form ofamendments at both the sub-committee and committee levels.

If the committee approves a bill, itmay choose to recommend consider-ation of the bill to the Leadership.The Leadership in the House ofRepresentatives works closely withthe Rules Committee, which willoften determine the time parametersof consideration, and which amend-

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ments may be offered to the billwhen it is considered on theHouse floor.

After a bill passes both the Houseand the Senate by a majority vote,the Leadership of each chamberappoints a small number of Senatorsand Representatives (called "confer-ees") to comprise a "conference com-mittee" charged with ironing out anydifferences in the legislation passedby both Houses of Congress. (Therewill always be differences in the lan-guage of separate bills.)

When the Conference Committeecompletes its work, it presents a"Conference Report" to eachChamber, which must pass theConference Report. The ConferenceCommittee is a little-known legislativeentity, one that wields enormouspower. Often, conferees will changewhole aspects of a bill usually outof the public eye.

After both the House of Repre-sentatives and the Senate have passedthe Conference Report, the legislationis transmitted to the President forExecutive action. The President cansign it, and the bill will become law.The President can veto the legislationby sending it back unsigned to theChamber from which it originated,noting the objections to the bill.Congress can then either be resignedto the fate of the bill, or it canattempt to override the veto. Tooverride a President's veto, each

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Chamber of Congress must marshaltwo thirds of the votes of theMembers of each Chamber on a con-stitutionally required roll call vote.

Given the complications inherent inthe process, it is important to givesome perspective to the probability ofa bill actually passing Congress. Ofthe bills introduced, just over 10% areactually reported out of committeesto the House floor and below 5%ever become law. If a bill does notbecome law in one session ofCongress, it must be reintroduced inthe next session; it is not held overfor the next Congress.

Selected Senate CommitteeWeb Sites:Appropriations can be accessed athttp://www.senate.gov/committee/appropriations.html.

Budget can be accessed athttp://www.senate.gov/committee/budget.html.

Selected House CommitteeWeb Sites:Appropriations can be accessed athttp://www.house.gov/appropriations/.

Banking can be accessed athttp://www.house.gov/banking/.

Budget can be accessed athttp://www.house.gov/buclget/.

International Relations can beaccessed athttp://www.house.gov/international_relations/.

Judiciary can be accessed athttp://www.house.gov/judiciary/.

Veterans' Affairs can be accessed athttp://www.house.gov/va/.

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How to Wrate,a Member of Congress

House Members and Senators oftengauge their votes on legislation

on how their constituents respond toit. They know that their response maydictate how you vote in the next elec-tion. A personal letter is the mosteffective form of written communica-tion, not a postcard or a form letter.Your letter should be brief, informedand polite. Here are some tips:

If your letter is typewritten, keep itto one page. If you are writing long-hand, be sure it is legible and donot write on the back of a page.

State the purpose of your letter ina short first paragraph. Be sure todeal with only one subject. Usethe rest of the letter to supportyour position.

If you refer to a bill in your letter,give the name and number of thebill. You should also specificallymention the general area of concernto you (i.e., the environment, immi-gration, the budget, civil rights, themilitary, etc.).

Use facts and figures to supportyour position and use informationrelating to how the bill will affectyou and those you know. Avoidemotional or heated arguments.

Indicate the adverse effects ofthe legislation you oppose, andsuggest a better way to approachthe problem.

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Request the legislator's views on thesubject matter, but do not bedemanding. Even if the legislatordoes not agree with you on thismatter, he or she may agree withyou on another.

Write your name and return addresslegibly. The suggested address andsalutation is:

The HonorableUnited States SenateWashington, DC 20510

Dear Senator

The HonorableUnited States House ofRepresentativesWashington, DC 20515

Dear Congress(wo)man

Under your signature write yourname and include your address andzip code.

Check to see if your Senator orCongress(wo)man maintains a siteon the World Wide Web. If so, youmight send your letter via e-mail.

How to Obtain Campaign P'inance Data

Information relating to the campaign financesof a federal public official is available to the

public through the Federal Election Com-mission (FEC) in Washington, DC. The namesof those who contribute to political campaigns(both individuals and groups like PoliticalAction Committees), and the amount of moneycontributed, are recorded at the FEC. Youcan get information about the FEC and theinformation they provide by calling, toll free,(800) 424-9530; or you can write or visit theFEC at 999 E Street, NW, Washington, DC20463. The Federal Election Commission WebSite can be accessed at http://www.fec.gov.

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National Stritistics

U.S. Hispanic Population Growth

Number of HispanicElected Officials: 4,787'

Number of FemaleHispanic ElectedOfficials: 4,662

Source, The NALEO Editcational Fund,

1996 National Directory of HispanicElected Officials

Year Population1980 14,609,0001990 22,354,0001995 26,994,000

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Percentage of Increase

53%20.7%

Sourcn lj.S.Bor eau of the Census. Resident Population byAge and Hispanic Origin:1980 to 1995.S00istical Abstract of the United States:1996.

Hispanic Social and Economic CharacteristicsI. Educational Attainment (Persons 25 years old or over)

High School Degree or Higher Bachelor's Degree or HigherTotal Hispanic 7,564,000 53.4% 1,311,000 9.3%Mexican American 4,067,000 46.5% 572,000 6.5%Puerto Rican 880,000 61.2% 153,000 10.6%Cuban 531,000 64.8% 158,000 19.3%Central or South American 1,337,000 64.2% 272,000 13.0%Other Hispanic 749,000 68.4% 155,000 14.2%

II. Employment (Persons 16 years old or over)Employed Unemployed Unemployment Rate

Total Hispanic 11,127,000 1,140,000 9.3%Mexican American 7,016,000 750,000 9.7%Puerto Rican 974,000 123,000 11.2%Cuban 568,000 45,000 7.4%Central or South American 1,734,000 150,000 8.0%Other Hispanic 835,000 72,000 7.9%

III. Median Income for Hispanic Families Number of Hispanic Families below Poverty LineTotal Hispanic $24,313 1,724,000 27.8%Mexican American $23,609 1,138,000 29.6%Puerto Rican $20,929 242,000 33.2%Cuban $30,584-7: 43,000 13.6%Central or South American $26,558 196,000 24%

Other Hispanic $28,658 2 3 105,000 21.4%Source: U.S. Bureau of thc Census. Resident Population by Age and Hispanic. Origin:1980 to 1995. Statistical Abstract of the United 50te0 1996.

ASPIRA Association, Inc.1444 Eye Street, NWSuite 800Washington, DC 20005Tel: (202) 835-3600Fax: (202) 835-3613

Principal Officials:Ronald Blackburn-MorenoNational Executive Director

Raquel OrtizChairperson

Established: 1961

Washington, DC

ASPIRA was founded by a group of communityleaders and professionals concerned by thealarming dropout rate of Hispanic students andsocial and economic conditions in the commu-nity. It is the first nonprofit organization in theUnited States dedicated to encouraging andpromoting education and leadership develop-ment among Hispanic youth. Local ASPIRAoffices in New York, New Jersey, Illinois,Florida, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico andConnecticut offer youth leadership develop-ment and community service opportunities,and educational counseling for high school andcollege students. They also provide a forumfor group discussion, workshops and tutoring.Local offices also provide assistance in apply-ing for college admission, scholarships andloans. ASPIRA sponsors the following nationalcommunity programs: the National HealthCareers Program, the Public Policy LeadershipProgram, the ASPIRA/AMERICORPS Program,the ASPIRA Parents for Educational Excellence(APEX) Program, the ASPIRA Mathematics andScience (MAS) Initiative, and the Teachers,Organizations and Parents for Students (TOPS)Program. These programs are designed toimprove the quality of living and educationalopportunities for the Hispanic community.

Publication:Aspira News, free quarterly

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AYU1DA, Inc.

1736 Columbia Road, NWWashington, DC 20009Tel: (202) 387-4848Fax: (202) 387-0324

Principal Official:Ms. Yvonne M. VegaExecutive Director

Established: 1971

AYUDA's mission is to serve the foreign-born,low-income community by providing high-quality legal services in the areas of immigra-tion and domestic violence; advocating for anddefending their legal and human rights; andempowering through education. AYUDA is anonprofit, community-based organization,which has been providing bilingual and cultur-ally sensitive services for the past 20 years. Ithas provided legal assistance on immigrationmatters to thousands of refugees and immi-grants fleeing violence and persecution in theirhomelands. Assistance is given for political asy-lum, filing for family petitions, naturalization,advance parole, work authorization, and adjust-ment of status. Since the enactment of theViolence Against Women Act in Crime Bill1994, AYUDA has served increasing numbersof battered immigrant women, who now mayobtain legal status without the cooperation oftheir abusive spouse. AYUDA's policy andadvocacy staff works at local, regional andnational levels to strengthen the legal rightsof battered immigrant women and children.Through training, publications, technical assis-tance on cases, and the participation in nation-al coalitions, AYUDA provides information onthe latest changes affecting the legal rights ofbattered immigrant women and children, aswell as model programs for serving them.

Carecen(Central AmericanRefugee Center)1459 Columbia Road, NWP.O. Box 43641Washington, DC 20010Tel: (202) 328-9799

Principal Official:Saiil SolórzanoDirector

Established: 1981

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CARECEN provides legal, educational, andadvocacy services for Latinos in the District ofColumbia metropolitan area. Our legal servicesfocus on the immigration needs of CentralAmericans as well as assisting all Latinos withthe naturalization process. In addition, the legaldepartment provides counseling in such areasas employment and labor law, civil rights law,and housing. The educational and advocacyservices offer courses to help permanent resi-dents prepare for the naturalization exam andfacilitate the process of leadership developmentwithin the area's Latino population.

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Casa Del Pueblo1459 Columbia Road, NWWashington, DC 20009Tel: (202) 332-1082Fax: (202) 667-7783

Principal Officials:Rev. Cristian de la RosaExecutive Director

Orlando BarriosPresident

Nitza SeguiVice President

Established: 1985

Casa Del Pueblo is a community program inWashington, DC's Mount Pleasant/ColumbiaHeights neighborhood. It serves the educa-tional, social, cultural, self-improvement andempowerment needs of Latin Americans, par-ticularly those who have recently arrived in theUnited States from rural Central America. Casadel Pueblo has evolved into a pivotal commu-nity-based organization, uniquely able to servethe specific needs of Washington area Latinos.Through its language, cultural, children, andyouth programs, Casa seeks to address suchissues as the Central American community'slimited access to and participation in theprocesses of self determination because of cul-tural, linguistic, economic, educational andsocial isolation, alienation and discrimination.

Publication:Caminando, monthly newsletter

Special Event:Annual Celebration of Cultures

CongressionalHispanic Caucus1119 Longworth HOBWashington, DC 20515Tel: (202) 225-6235Fax: (202) 225-2202

Principal Officials:Hon. Xavier BecerraChairman

Hon. Nyclia VelazquezFirst Vice Chairwoman

Hon. Loretta SanchezSecond Vice Chairwoman

Esther AguileraExecutive Director

Established: 1976

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) isdedicated to voicing and advancing, throughthe legislative process, issues affecting HispanicAmericans in the United States and the insularareas. Members include: Henry B. Gonzalez(D-TX), Solomon P. Ortiz (D-TX), Esteban E.Torres (D-CA), José E. Serrano (D-NY), Ed Pastor(D-AZ), Xavier Becerra (D-CA), Luis Gutiérrez(D-IL), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Carlos Romero-Barceló (D-PR), Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA),Nydia Velazquez (D-NY), Robert Underwood(D-GU), Ruben Hinojosa (D-TX), Loretta Sanchez(D-CA) and Silvestre Reyes (D-TX).

Publication:Legislative Update

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Congressional HispanicCaucus Institute, Inc.504 C Street, NEWashington, DC 20002Tel: (202) 543-17711-800-EXCEL DCFax: (202) 546-2143URL: http://www.chci.orge-mail: chci@chci.org

Principal Officials:Hon. Xavier Becerra

Ms. Carmen Delgado VotawVice Chairwoman

Mr. Julian MartinezSecretary

Mr. Ed EspinozaTreasurer

Ms. Rita ElizondoExecutive Director

Established: 1978

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute,Inc. (CHCI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonparti-san organization founded by the Hispanicmembers of Congress. The goal of this educa-tional organization is to provide leadershipdevelopment programs to young Latinos andLatinas. CHCI seeks to create greater avenuesof access through which the Hispanic commu-nity can participate more fully in the democrat-ic process. It serves as an educationalclearinghouse for information on scholarshipsand financial aid opportunities accessible toHispanic students through a toll-free phonenumber. Through its fellowship and internshipprograms, CHCI offers leadership developmenttraining to our community's future leadersby affording them the opportunity to learnthe function and operation of the U.S. politicalsystem.

Publications:The Educational Quarterly newsletter and theNational Directory of Hispanic Organizations

Special Events:Annual Fiesta de Golf April; Annual GalaSeptember; periodic Issues Conferences

Foundation for theAdvancement of HispanicAmericansP.O. Box 66012Washington, DC 20035Tel: (703) 866-1578

Principal Official:Dr. Pedro de MesonesFounder/President

Established: 1987

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Nonprofit organization dedicated to extendingthe role of Hispanic culture, enhanced educa-tional opportunities for Hispanics, more activeparticipation in civic and social affairs, and theestablishment of a mini-Marshall Plan toincrease the economic opportunities for thispopulation. This organization is dedicated toincreasing the awareness of all Americans abouthistorical facts pertaining to Hispanic heritage,and disseminates correct historical and geo-graphical information about the Hispanic popu-lation in the United States.

Special Events:

Monthly lecture series on the Hispanic presencein the U.S. by renowned scholars and historiansfrom leading universities and institutions ofhigher learning in this country

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Greater WashingtonIbero-American Chamberof Commerce888 17th Street, NWSuite 308Washington, DC 20006Tel: (202) 728-0352Fax: (202) 728-0355

Principal Officials:Manuel GeraldoChairman and President

Ambassador Juan B. SosaExecutive Vice President

Established: 1977

This is a nonprofit, membership organizationwhose goals are business and communitydevelopment. The Chamber promotes theestablishment and expansion of Hispanic-owned businesses in the Washington metropol-itan area, which includes neighboring states ofVirginia and Maryland. It provides the neces-sary tools and guidance for business develop-ment for Hispanic businesses. This is amembership organization; annual dues rangefrom $50 to $250, and Corporate Pillars from$500 to $5,000.

Publication:El Boletin, quarterly newsletter

Special Events:Annual Gala Dinner Awards May; monthlyluncheons, seminars and workshops

Hispanic Association onCorporate Responsibility(HACR)

1730 Rhode Island Avenue,NW, Suite 505Washington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 835-9672Fax: (202) 457-0455E-Mail: hacr@aol.comWeb Site: http://www.hacr.org

Principal Officials:Richard José Bela, Esq.President

Edward G. GarzaExecutive Director

Established: 1986

Founded as a coalition of the major nationalHispanic community organizations in theUnited States, HACR is a nonprofit organizationwhose mission is "market reciprocity." Thismeans the inclusion of Hispanics in corporateAmerica at a level commensurate with our con-sumer spending. HACR focuses on four areasof corporate economic impact and refers tothem as indicators of corporate responsibilityand reciprocity: employment, procurement,philanthropy and governance. HACR's board ofdirectors is comprised of the leadership of 11national Hispanic organizations, and it offersmembership to American corporations thatassist HACR's mission and share in its vision.There are currently 21 corporate members,seven of which serve as an advisory panel.

Publications:HACR Corporate Observer, bimonthly newslet-ter; HACR Study on Colporate Governance:Hispanics in Corporate America, publishedannually

Special Event:Annual Symposium on Corporate Responsibility

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Hispanic Councilon InternationalAffairs (HCIIR)1111 19th Street, NWSuite 1000Washington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 785-1670Fax: (202) 785-0851

Principal Officials:Ms. Rita Di MartinoChair

Ms. Lisa BedollaAdministrator

Established: 1995

The Hispanic Council on International Affairsis a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedi-cated to enhancing a Hispanic presence in USforeign policy formulation. Members includeappointed and elected officials, corporate andcommunity leaders, and academicians.

Hispanic Designers, Inc.(HMO

1000 Thomas Jefferson Street,NW, Suite 310Washington, DC 20007Tel: (202) 337-9636Fax: (202) 337-9635

Principal Officials:Penny HarrisonPresident

Elena AlvaradoDeputy Director

Established: 1984

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Hispanic Designers, Inc., is a nonprofit501(c)(3) education organization dedicated tohighlighting Hispanic talent and cultural contri-butions to the design industry. HDI providesnational programs showcasing Hispanic excel-lence to create educational opportunities andbuild public awareness about major issuesaffecting education, health and well-being forHispanic Americans.

Special Event:Hispanic Designers Gala Fashion Show& Benefit (September)

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Hispanic Elected LocalOfficials Caucus1301 Pennsylvania Avenue, NWWashington, DC 20004Tel: (202) 626-3169Fax: (202) 626-3043

Principal Official:Mary GordonManager, ConstituencyServices

Established: 1976

This organization is a forum for exchange andcommunication among Hispanic local govern-ment officials within the framework of theNational League of Cities (NLC). The objectivesinclude: encouraging participation of Hispanicofficials in NLC; identifying qualified Hispanicofficials for service in NLC, as well as for othernational positions; promoting issues of interestto Hispanics and the status of Hispanics in U.S.cities; and establishing liaisons with other orga-nizations concerned with municipal governmentor with issues of particular concern to theHispanic community.

Special Events:Congress of Cities Winter; Congressional CityConference Spring; Summer Board ofDirectors Meeting, generally in conjunction withthe National Association of Latino Elected andAppointed Officials Conference

Hispanic National BarAssociation (HNBA)P.O. Box 66105Washington, DC 20035Tel: (202) 293-1507Fax: (202) 293-1508E-Mail: HNBAQaol.comWel) Site:http://incacorp.com/hnba

Principal Officials:Hugo ChavianoPresident (1996-1997)

Greg VegaPresident-Elect (1997-1998)

Loretta Gutierrez NestorExecutive Director

Established: 1972

HNBA is a professional association dedicatedto the advancement of Hispanics in the legalprofession. It represents approximately 33,000Hispanic attorneys, law professors, judges andlaw students in the United States and PuertoRico. HNBA members represent the diversityof attorneys of Hispanic origin admitted topractice law in the United States; among them,Cuban-Americans, Mexican-Americans, PuertoRicans and others.

Publications:Noticias, quarterly newsletter; and How toBecome an Attorney, Guide for High Schooland College Students

Special Events:Annual Convention August, 1997 in Seattle,WA; October, 1998 in Albuquerque, NM

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Institute for Language andCultures of the Americas2025 Eye Street, NWSuite 1019Washington, DC 20006Tel: (202) 467-6430Fax: (202) 467-6438

Principal Officials:Dr. Hernando CaicedoExecutive Director

Hilaria HeilmanVice President

Mayamerica CortezSecretary

Established: 1981

The Institute for Language and Cultures of theAmericas is an educational and cultural non-profit organization. English as a SecondLanguage, Spanish as a Second Language,Cross-cultural and Cultural Diversity Training,Job Readiness Skills, Literacy, and GeneralEducation Degree (GED) Prep are some ofthe programs offered.

Publications:ILCA Newsletter, Language Learning Books

Special Event:

Annual Conference and Quarterly ArtsExhibition

Interamerican College ofPhysicians & Surgeons(ICPS)

1712 I Street, NWSuite 200Washington, DC 20006Tel: (202) 467-4756Fax: (202) 467-4758

Principal Officials:Rene F. Rodriguez, M.D.President

Gonzalo Lopez, M.D.Vice President

Michele J. Barranca, R.N.,M.A.

Executive Director

Established: 1979

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Founded as a nonprofit medical organization,ICPS is dedicated to representing Hispanicphysicians in the western hemisphere and iscommitted to promoting the quality of healthcare for Hispanic communities. Its mission is toincrease the number of Hispanic physicians inthe United States and to advocate equitablehealth policy legislation. ICPS has also estab-lished academic and mentoring initiatives. TheNational Hispanic Mentor Recruitment Network(NHMRN) serves as a resource for careerdevelopment and residency program selection.The National Hispanic Youth Initiative wasestablished in 1988 to prepare, motivate andencourage Hispanic youth to pursue careers inhealth sciences and biomedical research.

Publications:

Medico Interamericano, monthly medical jour-nal; Medio de Familia, monthly journal direct-ed at the Hispanic community

Special Events:Regional medical conferences

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Labor Council for LatinAmerican Advancement(LCLAA)

AFL-CIO BuildingSuite 310815 16th Street, NWWashington, DC 20006Tel: (202) 347-4223Fax: (202) 347-5095

Principal Officials:Henry C. GonzalezNational President

Alfredo C. MontoyaExecutive Director

Established: 1973

A national Hispanic trade union associationrepresenting 1.4 million Hispanic working menand women in 43 international unions in 45chapters in 17 states and Puerto Rico, LCLAAstrives to achieve social dignity, economic andpolitical justice, and higher living standards forevery Hispanic worker. The Council workswithin the labor movement to encourage non-partisan voter registration, voter education,and increased participation by Hispanic work-ers in the political process. LCLAA attempts tostrengthen and improve trade unions by ensur-ing equal benefits and protection of unionmembership for all workers. As a nonprofitlabor organization, the Council assesses mem-bers annual dues of $12.

Publication:La Voz Latina, quarterly newsletter

Special Event:LCLAA National Membership Meeting biennially

Latin AmericanManagement Association(LAMA)

419 New Jersey Avenue, SEWashington, DC 20003-4007Tel: (202) 546-3803Fax: (202) 546-3807Toll Free: 1-888-526-2932E-Mail: 103262.2237@com-

puserve.comWeb Site: http://ourworld.corn-puserve.com/homepages/LAMANational

Principal Official:Marina LaverdyExecutive Director

Established: 1973

LAMA is a nonprofit national trade associationdedicated to the goal of advancing opportuni-ties for the Hispanic and minority community intoday's competitive business environment. Itseeks to promote the interests of Hispanic andother minority-owned business firms throughmarketing and procurement information, educa-tion and training activities, publications, advoca-cy initiatives, outreach programs and electronicbulletin board services. LAMA's near 500 corpo-rate members cover the entire business spec-trum from manufacturing and high tech firms toservice and construction. Membership duesrange from $100/year to $1500/year.

Publications:LAMA's Watch on Washington, monthly maga-zine, and various specialized handbooks ontopics of importance to the minority businessowner

Special Events:Annual Legislative Fly-In, Issues Conference inJune, Oct Recognition Dinner in November

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League of United LatinAmerican Citizens (LULAC)1133 Twentieth Street, NWSuite 750Washington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 408-0060Fax: (202) 408-0064E-Mail: LULACDC@aol.comWeb Site:http://www.LULAC.org

Principal Officials:Be len RoblesNational PresidentOne State National Plaza221 West Kansas, Suite 1211El Paso, TX 79901Tel: (915) 577-0726Fax: (915) 577-0914

Brent A. WilkesDirector of Policy andDevelopment

Established: 1929

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With approximately 115,000 members through-out the United States and Puerto Rico, LULACis the largest and oldest Hispanic organizationin the country. LULAC advances the economiccondition, educational attainment, politicalinfluence, health and civil rights of HispanicAmericans through community-based programsoperating at more than 600 LULAC councilsnationwide. The organization involves andserves all Hispanic nationality groups. LULACcouncils provide more than $500,000 in schol-arships to Hispanic students annually, conductcitizenship and voter registration drives, devel-op low income housing units, conduct youthleadership training programs and seek toempower the Hispanic community at the local,state and national levels. The LULAC NationalEducational Service Centers provide counselingservices to more than 18,000 Hispanic studentseach year at 16 regional centers. SER Jobs forProgress is LULAC's employment arm, and pro-vides job skills and literacy training to theHispanic community through more than 48employment and training centers throughoutthe United States. The LULAC CorporateAlliance is an advisory board of Fortune 500companies fostering stronger partnershipsbetween corporate America and the Hispaniccommunity.

Publication:Me LUL4C News

Special Events:National Convention & Exposition held annual-ly during the last week of June. Anaheim, CAJune 22-28, 1997; Dallas, TX June, 1998;Corpus Christi, TX June, 1999

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MANA, a National LatinaOrganization1725 K Street, NWSuite 501Washington, DC 20006Tel: (202) 833-0060Fax: (202) 496-0588

Principal Official:Elisa SanchezNational President

Established: 1974

Feminism finds a voice in Hispanic communi-ties with MANA, an association dedicated toadvancing the status of American women ofHispanic descent. MANA hopes to reach thisgoal by promoting leadership among Hispanicwomen, advocating for public policies thatbenefit Latinas and their families, improvingcommunication and furthering parity withHispanics. A nonprofit corporation, MANA isfinanced by regular membership dues of $35and by other donations. There are currently16 MANA chapters.

Publication:iVIANA Newsletter, published quarterly

Special Events:Annual Luncheon Awards "Las Primeras" inSeptember and Annual Leadership Develop-ment Conference held during the summer

Migrant Legal ActionProgram, Inc. (MLAP)2001 S Street, NWSuite 310Washington, DC 20009Tel: (202) 462-7744

Principal Officials:Hon. Armando RodriguezChairperson

Mr. Roger C. RosenthalPresident and ExecutiveDirector

Established: 1970

This advocacy and support organization wasestablished to protect and further the rightsand interests of migrant farmworkers. MLAP isnot a membership organization. There aremore than 50 migrant legal services field pro-grams, numerous private attorneys and groupsfor which MLAP provides services, such asresource materials; technical assistance; policydevelopment; litigation support; public educa-tion; and training on farmworker housing,labor conditions, and education. This organiza-tion relies on private funding.

Publication:Field Memo, bimonthly newsletter

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National Alliance offSpanish-Speaking Peoplefor Equality (NASSPE)P.O. Box 2285Washington, DC 20013Tel: (202) 234-8198

Principal Official:Dr. Miguel SandovalPresident

Established: 1970

A civil rights organization, the Alliance's majoraim is the pursuit of equal rights for Hispanicpeople throughout the United States. Its effortsfocus on equality of education, employment,living standards and conditions, and justice.With headquarters in Washington, DC, NASSPEworks through active chapters located in NewYork and New Jersey, where the majority ofthe membership is concentrated, and inCalifornia, Florida, Maryland and Virginia.

National Association forBilingual Education(NABE)

1220 L Street, NWSuite 605Washington, DC 20005-4018Tel: (202) 898-1829E-Mail: nabe@nabe.org

Principal Officials:Janice Jones SchroederPresident

James LyonsExecutive Director

Established: 1975

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An association of educators, parents, businesspeople, college and university officials, para-professionals, and other interested individualswith the common goal of promoting bilingualeducation for linguistic minority populations,this organization holds 'as one of its first priori-ties the training of bilingual instructors, admin-istrators, and other personnel. One of NABE'sprimary goals is to publicize quality bilingualcurricula in educational programs serving alllanguages and to inform the public of thenecessity of such programs. NABE is a non-profit organization supported by annual clues.

Publications:NABE News, issued eight times a year, andNABE Journal, published four times a year

Special Events:Annual Convention February 24-28, 1998,Dallas, TX

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National Association offHispanic Journalists(NAHJ)1193 National Press BuildingWashington, DC 20045-2100Tel: (202) 662-7145Fax: (202) 662-7144

Principal Officials:Dino ChiecchiPresident

Nancy A. BacaVice President Print

Cecilia AlvearVice President Broadcast

Patrick SalazarExecutive Director

Established: 1984

The National Association of HispanicJournalists (NAHJ) is dedicated to the recogni-tion and professional advancement ofHispanics in the news industry. The NAHJ wasfounded to create a national voice and unifiedvision for all Hispanic journalists. The annualmeeting of NAHJ is held in early summer andfeatures an industrywide job fair, skills work-shops and issues-oriented plenaries targetedfor new and mid-career journalists, networkand support opportunities for all journalists ofcolor. The NAHJ Job Bank "800" number, formembers only, is updated weekly. Scholarshipsand internships for Latino students of journal-ism are offered annually. Membership forworking journalists, associated professionals,academic, student, individual and corporatesponsors.

Publication:.Quarterly newsletter

Special Events:NAHJ Convention (June 4-9, 1997 in Seattle,WA; June 24-27, 1998 in Miami, FL,July 7-10, 1999, Unity 99; June 21-24, 2000 inHouston, TX); NAHJ National High SchoolWriting Contest; Annual NAHJ professionalawards; NAHJ scholarships, conferences andNAHJ Job Exchange

National Association ofHispanic Nurses (NAHN)1501 16th Street, NWWashington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 387-2477Fax: (202) 483-7181

Principal Official:Dr. Antonia VillarruelPresident

Established: 1974

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The National Association of Hispanic Nurses(NAHN) strives to serve the nursing and healthcare delivery needs of the Hispanic communityand the professional needs of Hispanic nurses.NAHN is designed and committed to improv-ing the quality of health and nursing care forHispanic consumers. This organization alsostrives to provide equal access to educational,professional, and economic opportunities forHispanic nurses.

Publications:The Hispanic...Nurse (formerly El Faro) news-letter, and Df4-ny of Hispanic Nurses

Special Event:Annual Convention held in July

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National Association ofHispanic Publications(NAHP)

652 National Press BuildingWashington, DC 20045Tel: (202) 662-7250Fax: (202) 662-7254

Principal Officials:Luis RossiPresident

Andres TobarExecutive Director

Established: 1982

The Association's work expands through sevenregions and is composed of senior-level stafffrom over 400 Hispanic newspapers, maga-zines, and newsletters published in the UnitedStates. Its goals are to promote Hispanic media,provide incentives and opportunities forHispanics to enter the media, encourage adver-tisers to place advertisements in Hispanic pub-lications, and conduct research on the role anddevelopment of Hispanic media in the UnitedStates.

Publication:The Hispanic Press Quarterly

Special Event:Annual Convention

National Coalition ofHispanic Health & HumanServices Organizations(COSSMHO)

1501 16th Street, NWWashington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 387-5000

Principal Official:Dr. Jane DelgadoPresident and Chief ExecutiveOfficer

Established: 1973

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With over 1,300 health and human serviceproviders as members, COSSMHO is commit-ted to improving the health and psychologicalwell-being of all Hispanics. COSSMHO con-ducts policy and research studies, operatesnational and local programs, and developsbilingual and bicultural materials. COSSMHOalso operates Hispanic Health Link, a computernetwork for Hispanic community-based organi-zations.

Publications:Numerous. Call (202) 387-5000 for a catalog ofpublications and videos.

Special Events:COSSMHO Conference (biennially),Hispanic Health Leadership Awards

National Conference ofPuerto Rican Women(NACOPRW)

5 Thomas Circle, NWWashington, DC 20005Tel: (202) 387-4716

Principal Official:Lydia M. SosaNational President

Established: 1972

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The National Conference of Puerto RicanWomen (NACOPRW) is a nonprofit, nonpartisannational organization that promotes the equalparticipation of Puerto Rican and all otherHispanic women in their educational, social,economic and political life in the United Statesand Puerto Rico.

Publication:Ecos Nacionales, newsletter

Special Event:Annual Conference

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National Council of LaRaza (NCLR)1111 19th Street, NWSuite 1000Washington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 785-1670Fax: (202) 785-0851

Principal Officials:Raul YzaguirrePresident and Chief ExecutiveOfficer

Irma Flores-GonzalesChair of the Board

Established: 1968

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The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) is aprivate, nonprofit, nonpartisan organizationestablished in 1968 to reduce poverty and dis-crimination and improve life opportunities forHispanic Americans. NCLR is the nation'slargest constituency-based Hispanic organiza-tion annually serving all Hispanic nationalitygroups in all regions of the country througha formal network of affiliates over 200Hispanic community-based organizations in37 states, Puerto Rico, and the District ofColumbia and a broader network of morethan 20,000 groups and individuals nationwide.Capacity-building assistance to support andstrengthen local Hispanic groups providedfrom NCLR's Washington, DC headquartersand its field offices in Los Angeles, Phoenix,Chicago and San Antonio focuses onresource development, program operations,management and governance, as well as pro-gram-specific services in HIV/AIDS, employ-ment and training, education, leadership,health, and housing and community develop-ment. NCLR's Policy Analysis Center is theleading Washington-based Hispanic "thinktank"; its unique capacity to provide timelypolicy analyses, combined with its considerableadvocacy expertise, a reputation for politicalindependence, and an identifiable constituency,permits NCLR an important role in policy andadvocacy efforts on issues such as immigrationand education, as well as other areas of broadconcern, from free trade to affordable housing,health policy and tax reform.

Publications:

NCLR publishes a quarterly newsletter, Agenda,as well as other issue-specific newsletters ineducation, poverty, HIV/AIDS, and the elderly.NCLR's extensive series of poverty reports andtraining modules are briefly described in itsPublications Guide.

Special Events:Congressional Awards Dinner February/Mab Annual Conference July

National Hispanic Caucusof State Legislators(NHCSL)

444 North Capitol Street, NWSuite 404Washington, DC 20001Tel: (202) 434-8070Fax: (202) 434-8072

Principal Officials:Hon. Efrain GonzalezPresident

Hon. Jeannie C. ReeserVice President

Hon. Raul Rudy GarciaFirst Vice President

Hon. Richard PolancoSecond Vice PresidentMrs. Sonia VieraExecutive Director

Established: 1989

The National Hispanic Caucus of StateLegislators is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organiza-tion of state legislators across the nation, PuertoRico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Its mission isto organize, educate and focus the energies ofapproximately 250 Hispanics who comprise itsmembership in order to have a positive impacton their communities. NHCSL advocates forbetter housing, education, health care, andbusiness opportunities in the private and publicsectors for Hispanics and other disadvantagedgroups nationwide.

Publications:NHCSL Membership Newsletter; NHCSLMembership Roster

Special Event:Annual Conference with National Conference ofState Legislators July/August

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National Hispanic Councilon Aging (NHCoA)2713 Ontario Road, NWWashington, DC 20009Tel: (202) 265-1288Fax: (202) 745-2521

Principal Officials:Dr. Marta SotomayorExecutive Director

Lydia Buki, Ph.D.Program Director

Established: 1980

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NHCoA is a membership-based, nonprofit, taxexempt organization concerned with all issuesaffecting the Latino elderly, families and com-munities. The NHCoA carries out its advocacyfunction through demonstration projects, devel-opment of educational materials, policy analy-sis, research, housing development, and theprovision of technical assistance on planning,program development, and evaluation to itsnationwide network, consisting of chapters,affiliates, and organizational members. Its workfocuses on the development of demonstrationprojects, educational materials, research andpolicy analysis, advocacy, and as an informa-tion center for materials regarding the Hispanicelderly. NHCoA is affiliated with the AmericanSociety on Aging and the GerontologicalSociety of America. The organization worksthrough chapters in several states. A member-ship organization, NHCoA charges annual duesranging from $5 to a lifetime membership of$1,000. Membership in NHCoA is free of chargefor persons over 55 years of age. The NHCoA'sInstitute on Hunger and Poverty focuses onpromoting federal and state policies that eradi-cate hunger.

Publications:The Hispanic Elderly: A Cultural Signature;Elderly Latinos: Issues and Solutions for the NextCentury; In Triple Jeopardy Aged, HispanicWomen: Insights and Experiences; Culture andTradition: the Latino Elderly; Noticias, a quarter-ly bilingual newsletter, Action Alerts, and"Nosotros Los Viejos: Your Challenge, YourReward" (video)

Special Events:Biennial national conference, regional work-shops, community forums, and town hall meet-ings in collaboration with chapters and affiliates

National Puerto RicanCoalition, Inc. (NPRC)1700 K Street, NWSuite 500Washington, DC 20006Tel: (202) 223-3915Fax: (202) 429-2223

Principal Official:Manuel MirabalPresident

Established: 1977

The primary mission of the National PuertoRican Coalition is to strengthen and enhancethe social, economic, and political well-being ofall Puerto Ricans throughout the United Statesand Puerto Rico. NPRC evaluates the potentialimpact of legislative and government proposalsand policies affecting the Puerto Rican commu-nity. NPRC provides technical assistance andtraining to Puerto Rican organizations. A non-profit organization, NPRC is funded by contri-butions, foundations, and corporate grants.

Publication:NPRC Reports, monthly newsletter

Special Events:Training Seminars, Policy Forums, AnnualConference and Membership Meeting

Republican NationalHispanic Assembly of theUnited States (RNHA)600 Pennsylvania Avenue, SESuite 300Washington, DC 20003Tel: (202) 662-1355Fax: (202) 662-1408

Principal Officials:Antonio MonroigChairman

Jaime A. Guzmán-FournierExecutive Director

Established: 1972

Seeks to develop a strong, effective andinformed Republican Hispanic constituency;encourages able and qualified Americans toseek office at all levels of government; pro-vides information and offers advisory servicesto Republican candidates, officeholders, andparty organizations on issues concerning theHispanic community of the United States.RNHA is the official Hispanic Auxiliary of theRepublican National Committee.

Publication:American Hispanic Newsletter

Special Events:Republican outreach efforts throughout theyear; Annual National Hispanic HeritageLeadership Conference

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Secretariat for HispanicAffairs of the NationalConference of CatholicBishops

United States CatholicConference3211 4th Street, NEWashington, DC 20017Tel: (202) 541-3150Fax: (202) 541-3322

Principal Officials:Most ReverendGerald BarnesChairman Bishops'Committee on HispanicAffairs

Rona ldo CnizDirector

Established: 1948

The Secretariat serves the national office of theCatholic bishops of the United States in advo-cating for Hispanic/Latino pastoral and publicpolicy issues. It promotes an understanding ofthe Hispanic/Latino perspective in public poli-cy discussions at the United States CatholicConference, and serves as a bridge with thelocal community through a network of eightregional offices, 150 diocesan coordinators and3,000 Spanish-speaking parishes in the UnitedStates. Through its national Talent Bank, thesecretariat promotes the placement ofHispanic/Latinos in key positions in churchand society.

Publication:En Marcha, bimonthly newsletter

Special Events:Bishops General Meetings June andNovember

United States HispanicChamber of Commerce(USHCC)

1030 15th Street, NWSuite 206Washington, DC 20005Tel: (202) 842-1212Fax: (202) 842-3221

Principal Officials:José F. NinoPresident/CEO

Jorge FranchiSenior Vice PresidentFinance

Established: 1979

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The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce(USHCC) is the leading organized businessgroup in the nation promoting Hispanic eco-nomic interests. USHCC represents national andinternational business networks dedicated tothe development of Hispanic enterprise.

Publications:Networking, bimonthly newsletter; AnnualConvention Magazine; and legislative updates

Special Events:National Convention, legislative forums, andInternational Banquet

White House Office offPublic LiaisonHispanic LiaisonRoom 122Old Executive Office BuildingWashington, DC 20500Tel: (202) 456-2930Fax: (202) 456-6218

Principal Official:Suzanna ValdezSpecial Assistant to thePresident

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This office serves as a liaison between TheWhite House and Hispanic groups in theUnited States. It works to ensure that theHispanic community has the opportunity topresent policy concerns and recommendationsto The White House and that those concernsand recommendations are integrated in thepolicy-making process. Also, it organizes brief-ings, discussion sessions, and other events.

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Carlos Romero-Barceló (D-PR)Elected to serve in the 103rd Congress, 1992

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Ateneo PuertorriquetioBox 1180San Juan, PR 00902Tel: (809) 722-4839

Principal Officials:Eduardo Morales Coll, Esq.President

Prof. Roberto Ramos PereaExecutive Director

Established: 1876

The oldest cultural institution in Puerto Rico,Ateneo Puertorriqueno is a depository of trea-sures in works of art, literature, historical docu-ments, and memorabilia. This institution is stillthe same free forum, firm on the same purpos-es that inspired its creation more than a hun-dred years ago. Since its inception, AteneoPuertorriqueno has had its program of lectures,forums, and publications on the most diversethemes. Also, it offers literary contests, annualart competitions, and short academic courses.These efforts strongly encourage the intellectu-al and artistic development of Puerto Rico andturned the Ateneo into its most important cul-tural center.

Cámara de Comercio dePuerto RicoP.O. Box 3789San Juan, PR 00902-3789Tel: (787) 721-6060Fax: (787) 723-1891

Principal Officials:Hector Reichard de Cardona, Esq.President

algardo BigasExecutive Vice President

Established: 1913

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aimara de Comercio de Puerto Rico is a non-profit organization which serves as the liaisonorganization between commercial and govern-ment agencies and the community. The organi-zation provides legal, economic, and commercialcounsel to its more than 1,700 members, andoperates through funds obtained from member-ship dues and donations.

Publications:Camara en Acción, a monthly newsletter; TheMaritime Register, monthly magazine; and abimonthly magazine called Comercio yProducción

Special Event:Annual Convention June

Western Orgimizations )

Number of HispanicElected Officials.: 1,795

Number Of FemaleHispanic Elected Officials:496

Smircc: The NALEO Educational Fund,1993 National Directoiy of Hispanic ElectedOfficials

Centro Latinoamericano944 West 5th StreetEugene, OR 97402Tel: (503) 687-2667Fax: (503) 687-7841

Principal Officials:Jayme VasconcellosExecutive Director

Steve BenderBoard PresidentRichard VarelaPublic Relations Manager

Established: 1972

Centro Latinoamericano is the largest andoldest Hispanic social services agency in thestate of Oregon. The organization administers12 programs.

Special Event:Noche Cultural (Annual Dinner)

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National Association forChicana and ChicanoStudies (NACCS)

National OfficeChicano Education ProgramEastern Washington UniversityMonroe Hall 202, MS-170Cheney, WA 99004Tel: (509) 359-2404Fax: (509) 359-2310

Principal Official:Dr. Carlos S. MaldonadoDirector, NACCS NationalOffice

Established: 1972

The goal of this association is to build Chicanopolitical, cultural, and educational awareness.Its members include educators and researchersaffiliated with Chicano Studies programs in theUnited States, students, and community mem-bers. It operates as a clearinghouse for infor-mation on Chicano Studies programs andresearch. This association is governed by anational board, comprised of regional repre-sentatives.

Publications:National Association for Chicana and ChicanoStudies, quarterly newsletter; Annual NACCSConference Proceedings

Special Event:NACCS National Conference Spring

Nevada Association ofLatin Americans (NALA)323 N. Maryland ParkwayLas Vegas, NV 89101-3130

Tel: (702) 382-6252

Principal Official:Dr. Avi L. AlmeidaPresident & CEO

Established: 1969

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This association encourages the economic andeducational development of Latin Americans.Its programs and services include job referral,English as a second language instruction, trans-lation, AIDS education and awareness, claycare, and senior nutrition. A nonprofit corpora-tion, NALA is underwritten by federal, state,and local funds, as well as by grants from pri-vate industry. NALA is affiliated with theNational Council of La Raza and is a UnitedWay member agency.

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Nevada HispanicServices, Inc. (NHS)190 E. Liberty StreetP.O. Box 11735Reno, NV 89501Tel: (702) 786-6003

Principal Officials:Laura VargasVice Chairperson

Dr. Emma SepOlvedaPresident

Suzanne RamosExecutive Director

Established: 1975

As an advocate for Hispanics in northernNevada, Nevada Hispanic Services is primarilyconcerned with improving access to availablecommunity services. The organization developsand administers programs to afford Hispanicsthe skills, knowledge, motivation, and opportu-nities to become self-sufficient. NHS has anAIDS/HIV outreach component, and assistancefor those immigrants who are working tobecome legalized citizens. A nonprofit corpora-tion, Nevada Hispanic Services is funded byUnited Way of America and the City of Reno,City of Sparks, Washoe County and the NevadaState Health Department.

Publication:Que Pasa! quarterly newsletter

Special Events:5 de Mayo Carnival May; Adelante AwardsDinner; Heritage Day (September 15) at theUniversity of Nevada, Reno

State of Utah Governor'sOffice on Hispanic AffairsDepartment of Communityand Economic Development324 South State StreetSuite 500Salt Lake City, UT 84114-2870Tel: (801) 538-8850Fax: (801) 538-8678

Principal Official:Lorena RiffoDirector

Established: 1973

The mission of the State of Utah Governor'sOffice on Hispanic Affairs is to routinelyapprise the governor regarding issues whichimpact the Hispanic community. The officealso works with other state agencies/programs,including the evaluation of their responsivenessin implementing solutions to economic, educa-tional, and social concerns of Hispanics inUtah. As part of the mission, the Office ofHispanic Affairs also assists the 13-memberHispanic Advisory Council in fulfilling its man-date to promote economic development pro-grams within the Hispanic community andfacilitate communication between state govern-ment and the ethnic communities of Utah.

Publication:Hispanic Affairs, quarterly newsletter

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Utah Coalition of La Raza(UCLR)

Sorenson Multicultural Center855 West California AvenueSalt Lake City, UT 84104Tel: (801) 972-1888Fax: (801) 974-2401

Principal Officials:John MedinaChairman

Chris SeguraExecutive Director

Established: 1991

This organization is a coalition of Hispaniccommunity-based organizations. UCLR address-es issues ranging from economic developmentto education reform.

Special Events:Utah Hispanic Unity: A Youth LeadershipConference; Annual Cesar CMvez Luncheonon Columbus Day (Dia de la Raza)

Washington Commissionon Hispanic Affairs1210 Eastsicle StreetFirst Floor, P.O. Box 40924Olympia, WA 98504-0924Tel: (360) 753-3159Fax: (360) 753-0199E-Mail: hispanic@halcyon.com

Principal Official:Roberto Reyes-ColonExecutive Director

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The Commission fulfills its mission by advisingall branches of state government regarding theneeds and concerns of Washington's Hispaniccommunity. Part of its role is to advise stategovernment regarding the development andimplementation of comprehensive and coordi-nated policies, plans, and programs focusing onthe Hispanic community. Prior to 1987, thisorganization operated under the name ofCommission on Mexican-American Affairs.

Publications:El Noticiero, bimonthly newsletter andWashington State Hispanic Resource Director))

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Arizona

Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 299

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 94

Ed Pastor (D-2nd District)Elected to fill vacancy in 102nd Congress, 1991

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc.1112 East Buckeye RoadPhoenix, AZ 85034Tel: (602) 257-0700Fax: (602) 254-4920

Principal Officials:Pete C. GarciaPresident and Chief ExecutiveOfficer

Jimmy VigilChairperson

Established: 1969

Source, The NALEO Educational Fund, 1996National Directory of Hispanic Elected Officials

A community development corporation (CDC),Chicanos Por La Causa's goals are to providegreater opportunities, work with dignity, andself-sufficiency for Hispanic communities. It isan advocate for leadership, promoting Hispanicheritage. Chicanos Por La Causa oversees pro-grams involving manpower, housing, social ser-vices, and rural economic developmentthroughout the State of Arizona. The organiza-tion provides services in the areas of employ-ment referral, training, housing for the elderly,immigration, teen pregnancy, youth programs,behavioral health programs, and substanceabuse rehabilitation. It also operates a domesticviolence shelter, an in-patient substance abusefacility and a credit union. Chicanos Por LaCausa maintains 6 apartment complexes, dedi-cated to the elderly, the handicapped, and lowincome residents. It is a nonprofit corporationfunded by federal and foundation grants andother public contributions, operating in 23 dif-ferent cities, with 30 offices providing servicesto 45,000 people annually.

Special Events:Annual Fund-raising Dinner May; CommunityChildren's Christmas Parties in Tucson, Phoenixand Somerton December

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Consortium to Identify &Promote HispanicProfessionalsHispanic Research CenterP.O. Box 87-2702Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZ 85287-2702

Principal Officials:Michael SullivanDirector

Sonia M. HonneProgram Coordinator

Established: 1993

The Hispanic Experts Database is a nationalclearinghouse of Hispanic professionals. Thiselectronic database is continually updated andcontains information on a variety of education-al and professional development opportunities.

National HispanicCorporate Council (NHCC)2323 N. 3rd StreetSuite 101Phoenix, AZ 85004Tel: (602) 495-1988Fax: (602) 495-9085

Principal Officials:Sonia Maria GreenPresidentJoanne SamoraExecutive Director

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NHCC is an organization comprised of Fortune500 companies that concentrates on the busi-ness interests of corporate America and theHispanic community. NHCC is governed by aboard of directors composed of 15 Fortune 500corporate representatives. All members recog-nize the importance of the Hispanic marketand the need to target it directly in all econom-ic areas.

Publications:The Hispanic Coiporate Network, quarterlynewsletter, and an annual report

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Project 1000Graduate CollegeBox 871003Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZ 85287-1003Tel: (602) 965-3958Toll Free: 800-327-4893E-Mail: project1000@asu.eduWeb Site:http://mati.eas.asu.edu:8421/p1000

Principal Officials:Michael SullivanDirector

Sonia M. HonneOutreach & DevelopmentCoordinator

Established: 1988

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Project 1000 is a national program created toassist underrepresented students applying tograduate school. Project 1000 centralizes andfacilitates the graduate school applicationprocess by greatly reducing the expenses nor-mally involved in applying to graduate school.Students may apply to seven of the over 80participating Project 1000 institutions by usingone application. Participation is free of chargeto eligible students and participating institu-tions. Special features include bilingual acade-mic advisors, Graduate Record Examination(GRE) workshops and toll-free access to acade-mic advisors.

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Esteban E. Torres(D-34th District)Elected to servein the 98thCongress, 1982

Xavier Becerra(D-30th District)Elected to servein the 103rd Congress, 1992

Loretta Sanchez(D-46th District)Elected to serve in the 105thCongress, 1996

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Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 693

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 208

Lucille Roybal-Allarcl(D-33rd District)Elected to serve in the 103rdCongress, 1992

Matthew G. Martinez(D-31st District)Elected to fill a vacancy inthe 97th Congress, 1982

Asociaciern NacionalPro Personas Mayores(ANPPM)National Association forHispanic Elderly

3325 Wilshire BoulevardSuite 800Los Angeles, CA 90010Tel: (213) 487-1922Fax: (213) 385-3014

Principal Official:Carmela G. LacayoPresident and Chief ExecutiveOfficer

Established: 1975

ANPPM was founded to inform policy makersand the general public regarding the statusand needs of elderly Hispanics and other low-income elderly persons. An advocate for elderlyHispanics, this organization provides directsocial services, such as employment, housing,health and education, SSI outreach and counsel-ing, marketing ideas, and provides training andtechnical assistance to community groups andprofessionals in the field of aging. Through itsNational Hispanic Research Center, it conductsnational gerontological studies on the Hispaniccommunity. ANPPM is funded through a varietyof federal, state, foundation and corporate fund-ing. Dues are $75 annually for organizations,$50 for professionals, $25 for students and para-professionals, and $5 for senior citizens. Theorganization produces and distributes bilingualinformation on the Hispanic elderly through itsnational Hispanic Media Center, and sponsorsthe Fleming Hispanic Scholarship Fund.

Publications:Newsletter; the ANPPM Report (six times per year)

Special Events:Periodic conferences on Hispanic and otherlow-income elderly

Bilingual Foundation ofthe Arts (BFA)421 North Avenue 19Los Angeles, CA 90031Tel: (213) 225-4044Fax: (213) 225-1250

Principal Officials:Carmen ZapataPresident and BFA ProducingDirector

Robert J. Gomez, Esq.Chairman

Established: 1973

The Bilingual Foundation of the Arts wasfounded for the purpose of presentingHispanic world drama to an audience ofEnglish and Spanish speaking people. It seeksto bring the community together in recognitionand celebration of Hispanic cultural diversitythrough its theatrical art and dramatic literature.BFA further seeks to build an enduring, bilin-gual theatre institution of international stature.BFA's programs annually serve more than125,000 adults and children for whom theatreis often a new experience. It operates sixmajor programs that include Theatre/Teatro(mainstage productions); Touring program;Teatro Leido (theatrical readings); Teatro ParaLos Nifios; Teatro Para Los Jovenes; andTranslations.

Special Events:Performd.ric-& (Call for schedule.)

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California Chicano MediaAssociation (CCNMA)USC School of Journalism727 West 27th StreetLos Angeles, CA 90007Tel: (213) 743-2440Fax: (213) 744-1809Web Site and Job Line:http://www.ccnma.org

Principal Officials:Sid Garcia, KFSN-TVPresident

Frank del OlmoLos Angeles TimesBoard MemberAl ReyesExecutive Director

Established: 1972

CCNMA is a nonprofit professional journalismgroup founded to promote and foster opportu-nities for Latinos interested in pursuing careersin the news media. Developing and expandingopportunities for employment and advancementare also goals. CCNMA now has 9 chaptersthroughout California with approximately 500members nationwide. Two principal events arethe Journalism Opportunities Conference andthe Annual Joel Garcia Memorial ScholarshipBanquet. To date, 300 students have receivedmore than $300,000 in scholarships raised bythis event.

Publication:El Sol, monthly newsletter

Special Events:Annual CCNMA Scholarship Banquet May;Annual Journalism Opportunity ConferenceOctober; and Journalism Workshops Summer

California HispanicPsychological Association(CAHPA)

325 S. Hidalgo AvenueSuite 3Alhambra, CA 91801Tel: (818) 458-2243

Principal Official:Sergio Martinez-Romero,Ph.D.President

Established: 1980

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CAHPA is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) professionalassociation, incorporated in the State ofCalifornia. Among its aims are: the advance-ment of the science of psychology amongHispanics; a forum for professional and per-sonal growth; and advocacy for the Hispaniccommunity to obtain needed psychologicalservices. CAHPA is a professional participatingassociation; its products are limited to theinterests and dedication of its members. Theannual dues for participating professionalsare $45, and $25 for students.

Publication:El Psicologo, bimonthly magazine

Special Events:Annual General Membership Meeting andFund-raiser; Professional Conferences

Central CaliforniaHispanic Chamber offCommerce1900 Mariposa MallSuite #105Fresno, CA 93721Tel: (209) 485-6640Fax: (209) 485-3738

Principal Officials:Frank Fran(President (1997)

Lou MartinezPresident (1998)

Established: 1984

The mission of the Central California HispanicChamber of Commerce is to promote, stimulateand support Hispanic-owned business. TheChamber will create, maintain and improve afavorable business environment whichstrengthens the financial position of its mem-bers and contributes to the socioeconomicwell-being of the community.

Special Events:Installation Dinner on February 7, 1997;Second Annual Latina Women's Conference onMay 16, 1997; Annual Fiesta Golf Classic onJune 21, 1997 and the 9th Annual HispanicBusiness Conference on October 9, 1997

El Centro ChicanoUniversity of SouthernCalifornia817 West 34th StreetRoom 300Los Angeles, CA 90089-2991Tel: (213) 740-1480

Principal Official:Prof. Abel AmayaDirector

Established: 1973

El Centro works to promote student retentionand development. It serves as a network forChicano/Latino students to develop their lead-ership aptitude. Through retention scholar-ships, El Centro provides students anopportunity to study, while learning to utilizetheir skills through a work development pro-gram. One requirement for students to partici-pate ih the program is that they must stay inschool and graduate. In addition, El Centrosupports and advises the Chicano/Latino stu-dent organizations on the campus. El Centro isgeared toward the promotion of full participa-tion in campus life.

Publications:lkiblic information brochures

Special Event:Unity Banquet (fund-raiser) last weekin March

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Future Leaders of America(FLA)

1110 Camellia StreetOxnard, CA 93030Tel/Fax: (805) 485-5237

Principal Official:Gilbert G. CuevasFounding President

Established: 1985

The FLA mission is to teach leadership skillsand inculcate in Latino youth a deeper under-standing and appreciation of responsible lead-ership in a democratic society. It recruits 14and 15-year-old honor students from six geo-graphic areas in California and two in Mexicofor an entry level program of seven days. Oneand two day seminars are offered at major uni-versities in California and Mexico during theacademic year.

Special Events:U.S. Mexico Youth Leadership Encounters inWashington, DC and Mexico, DF

Hispanic Coalition onHigher Education785 Market StreetThird FloorSan Francisco, CA 94103Tel: (415) 284-7220

Principal Officials:Dr. Roberto HaroChairman

Guillermo Rodriguez, Jr.President and CEO

Established: 1988

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The Hispanic Coalition on Higher Educationwas established to represent Latino higher edu-cational interests to federal and state legislativebodies. The Coalition serves as a policy andresearch center for member organizations.

Publication:Latino Report on Higher Education

Special Event:Chicano/Latino Intersegmental Convocation

Hispanic CommunityFoundation2601 Mission StreetSuite 708San Francisco, CA 94110Tel: (415) 550-0785Fax: (415) 550-0437

Principal Officials:James C. DiazInterim Executive Director

Susan MendezOperations Manager

Established: 1989

The Hispanic Community Foundation (HCF) isa regional nonprofit community foundation. Itwas established to improve the well-being ofHispanics throughout the San Francisco BayArea. By strengthening giving and volunteer-ing, HCF enhances opportunities for self-help,empowerment, and participation in affairs thatpositively impact the lives of Latinos and thecommunities where they live and work. HCFbelieves in building partnerships and collabora-tions with individual donors, corporations,foundations, and other funders, therebyenabling all funders to realize their charitableand social participation objectives.

Special Event:Annual National Hispanic Heritage MonthLuncheon

Hispanic Public RelationsAssociation (HPRA)87 North Raymond AvenueSuite 400Pasadena, CA 91103Tel: (818) 793-9335Fax: (818) 440-5263

Principal Officials:M. Lissette FloresPresident

Mona RiveraVice President Programming

Roberta TinajeroVice President Membership

Established: 1984

HPRA was founded for the purpose of estab-lishing a network of Hispanics employed inthe public relations profession in the SouthernCalifornia region. A nonprofit, educationalorganization, HPRA offers its members theopportunity to exchange ideas and experience.The organization promotes professional devel-opment through educational programs, pro-vides assistance to students, and advocatesresponsible coverage of issues and imagesaffecting the Hispanic community.

Publication:El Comunicado, newsletter

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Hispanic Women's Councilof California3509 W. Beverly BoulevardMontebello, CA 90640Tel: (213) 725-1657

Principal Official:Mary GeorgeExecutive Director

Established: 1973

The Council is a nonprofit organization provid-ing motivation and opportunity for Hispanicwomen to become effective participants in theircommunity. It strives to improve the status ofHispanic women through education and careerdevelopment activities, with emphasis on theenhancement of leadership skills and socialconsciousness. It provides positive role modelsand motivational youth programs. This organi-zation is affiliated with the National Council ofLa Raza.

Publication:Hispa News, quarterly newsletter

Special Event:Women for Success Awards Dinner April

Latin Business Association(LBA)

5400 E. Olympic BoulevardSuite 130Los Angeles, CA 90022Tel: (213) 721-4000Fax: (213)' 722-4000E-Mail: LBA@worldneLattnetWeb Site:http://www.lbausa.com

Principal Officials:Frank MoranPresident

José GonzalezExecutive Director

Established: 1976

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LBA is a nonprofit trade association, providingbusiness development services to Hispanicentrepreneurs. Its primary goal is to activelypromote the economic growth and develop-ment of Hispanic business within the publicand private sectors through interaction with themainstream American marketplace. This organi-zation is a source for corporate America tolocate qualified vendors and/or businessopportunities in the Hispanic market. LBA pro-vides educational workshops on marketingprocedures, advertising, accounting, and man-agement. With over 700 members throughoutthe nation, LBA supports a variety of commu-nity and charitable functions each year.

Publication:LBA Business Journal, monthly magazine

Special Event:Annual Awards Banquet March

Latino Issues Forum (LIF)785 Market StreetThird FloorSan Francisco, CA 94103Tel: (415) 284-7220Fax: (415) 284-7222E-Mail: lifcentral@lif.orgWeb Site: http://www.lif.org

Principal Officials:Ralph Santiago AbascalPresident of the BoardGuillerrno Rodriguez, Jr.Executive Director

Established: 1987

LIF is a nonprofit corporation whose purposeis to address major statewide and nationalissues of concern to Hispanics. Its primaryfocus is on broader immigration issues, educa-tion, citizenship, and integration of Hispanicsinto the economic, educational, and politicalfabric of the nation. The issues are addressedby a combination of research, education, andadvocacy. LIF is a statewide umbrella organiza-tion. Membership and direction are the resultof participation by Hispanic organizations,leaders, and community groups. The TortugaSociety is LIF's membership support organiza-tion.

Publications:Boletin, monthly newsletter; and periodic issuereports

Mexican-American GrocersAssociation (MAGA)National Headquarters405 N. San Fernando RoadLos Angeles, CA 90031Tel: (213) 227-1565Fax: (213) 227-6935

Principal Officials:

Steve SotoPresident and CEOMorrie NotricaChairman

Established: 1977

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MAGA is a national trade association with over6,000 menibers in Mexico, Puerto Rico and 'theUnited States. MAGA prepares its members tomeet the challenges of the $290 billionMexican/Latino consumer market through pro-motions, business and educational seminars.The MAGA/CET Retail Grocery TrainingInstitute provides training to inner city resi-dents to help prepare them for jobs in theretail, food and beverage industries. The cur-riculum covers every aspect of training that isneeded to start a career in our industry fromcashier to stocking, safety and sanitation,English as a Second Language (ESL) and officeskills. The Institute is licensed by the State ofCalifornia as a post-secondary school and isapproved as a curriculum by the accreditingcouncil for continuing education and training.

Publication:MAGAzine, a bimonthly national trade publica-tion with a circulation of 16,300 businesses

Special Events:Annual National Marketing, Sales & PromotionsConference in Palm Springs, CA; AnnualScholarship Awards Banquet; Monthly Forumfor Ideals; Gene.rarl. Memberships meetings;Annual Golf Teltirments (raising $1,000,000

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Mexican-American LegalDefense & EducationalFund (MAID1EF)

National Office634 S. Spring Street11th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90014Tel: (213) 629-2512Fax: (213) 629-8016

Regional Office1518 K Street, NWSuite 410Washington, DC 20005Tel: (202) 628-4074Fax: (202) 393-4206

Principal Officials:Antonia HernandezPresident and GeneralCounsel

Georgina C. VerdugoRegional Counsel

Thomas B. RestonChairman of the Board ofDirectors

Established: 1968

MALDEF is a national, nonprofit organizationwhose principal objective is to protect and pro-mote the civil rights of U.S. Latinos through liti-gation, advocacy, educational outreach, and theawarding of law school scholarships.Throughout its 29 years, MALDEF has been atthe forefront of civil rights litigation in theareas of employment, education, immigration,voting and language. Its non-litigation pro-grams, such as census adjustment and leader-ship training, address the means Latinos canuse to effectively advocate for their communi-ties and impact public policy. Headquartered inLos Angeles, MALDEF has regional offices inLos Angeles and San Francisco, California; SanAntonio, Texas; Chicago, Illinois andWashington, DC, and four program officesthroughout the Midwest and Southwest.

Publications:MALDEF Newsletter; Annual Report; LeadingHispanics (Leadership Newsletter)

Special Events:Annual Fund-raising Dinner (in regionaloffices) dates vary according to each regionaloffice

The Mexican MuseumFort Mason Center Bldg. DLaguna and Marina Blvd.San Francisco, CA 94123Tel: (415) 441-0445Fax: (415) 441-7683

Principal Officials:Jonathan YorbaExecutive DirectorDr. Terry ShtobDeputy Director

Established: 1975

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The Mexican Museum's mission is to generatenew perspectives on American culture thatshape the way we perceive ourselves as anation. The Museum collects, preserves,exhibits, interprets and promotes the artistic .

expression of the Mexicano and Latino peoplethrough the visual arts and other multidiscipli-nary forms of expression.

Publication:Quarterly newsletter

Special Events:Programs in conjunction with changingexhibitions

Movimiento FamiliarCristiano U.S.A. (MEC/USA)3570 Thompson PlaceHayward, CA 94541Tel: (510) 728-1319

Principal Officials:Mr. and Mrs. Mario GavidiaPresidents

Rev. Humberto GómezSpiritual DirectorTel: (916) 733-0177

Established: 1967

A national organization, working throughregional offices, MFC is a movement whereinHispanic Christian families gather to share sup-port and to promote Christian and human fam-ily values, with the hope of becoming betterChristians and developing a better family life.MFC is committed to improving the quality oflife of Hispanics and Christian families.

Publications:Informativo del MFC/USA, biannual newsletter

Special Events:National Convention July (every three years),and Annual Convention August

Multicultural Education,Training, and Advocacy(META)

225 Bush StreetSuite 751San Francisco, CA 94104Tel: (415) 398-1977Fax: (415) 398-1997

Principal Officials:Roger RiceCo-Director

Peter RoosCo-Director

Jane E. LopezStaff Attorney

Deborah EscobecloStaff Attorney

Established: 1983

META is a national organization .specializing inthe educational rights of Hispanics and otherlinguistic minorities and migrant youth. METAis dedicated to the full realization of the educa-tional and personal potential of this vulnerableclass of children, as well as the preservation oftheir cultural and linguistic identities. Servicesand programs include community advocacyand leadership development, policy analysis,research and dissemination, and legal repre-sentation in the area of education. META alsomaintains an office in Somerville,Massachusetts.

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National Association ofLatino Elected andAppointed Officials(NALEO) Educational Fund3409 Garnet StreetLos Angeles, CA 900232Tel: (213) 262-8503Fax: (213) 262-9823Web Site:http://www.naleo.org

Principal Official:Arturo VargasExecutive Director

Established: 1981

The National Association of Latino Elected andAppointed Officials Educational Fund wasestablished to promote the participation ofLatinos in the nation's civic life. The NALEOEducational Fund carries out this mission bydeveloping and implementing programs thatpromote the integration of Latino immigrantsinto American society; developing future lead-ers among Latino youth; providing assistanceand training to the nation's Latino elected offi-cials; and by conducting research on issuesimportant to the Latino population. TheNALEO Educational Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization governed by a seven-mem-ber board of directors.

Publications:The 1997 National Directory of Latino ElectedOfficials and The Latino Elected OfficialsStatistical Information Guide

Special Events:Annual Conference June, and NALEOBiennial Institute November

National Concilioof America41 Sutter StreetSuite 1067San Francisco, CA 94104Tel: (415) 550-0442Fax: (415) 550-0437

Principal Officials:Pedro Rodriguez, CPAChairman

Diana La ComePresident

Mary DaddioTreasurer

Established: 1977

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The principal goal of this organization is todevelop a national Hispanic voluntary organiza-tion to promote volunteerism and philanthropyamong U.S. Hispanics. It is composed of over100 separate agencies, and accomplishes itsmission by cultivating Hispanic volunteer andprofessional staff leadership. It develops local"concilios" that systematically address the plan-ning, training, and fund-raising needs of theHispanic community. A nonprofit organizationfunded by the United Way, the Concilio acts asa network for several social service agenciesand provides a variety of services to theHispanic community, including leadership train-ing. It promotes cooperation with charitableinstitutions and strives to develop long-rangeplanning for the needs of Hispanics.

Publication:National Concilio newsletter, biannual

Special Events:Annual Membership Conference September,and Profiles of Success September

National Hispanic MediaCoalition (NHMC)3550 Wilshire BoulevardSuite 670Los Angeles, CA 90010Tel: (213) 385-8574Fax: (213) 384-1505

Principal Officials:Alex NogalesNational Chair

Henry BarbosaVice Chair

Armando DuranLegal Counsel

Esther RenteriaTreasurer

Established: 1986

The National Hispanic Media Coalition is com-posed of 150 groups with a membership of55,000 persons, with affiliate chapters inChicago, New York, Spokane, San Antonio,and Dallas. The specific mission of the NHMCis to improve the image and employment ofHispanic Americans in all media includingradio, television, and films.

Publication:Positive Images, published twice a year

Special Event:Annual fund-raiser

National HispanicScholarship Fund (NHSF)P.O. Box 728Novato, CA 94948Tel: (415). 892-9971

Principal Official:Ernest Z. RoblesPresident

Established: 1975

NHSF provides scholarships for undergraduateand graduate students of Hispanic heritage.Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanentresidents of the United States who haveHispanic heritage and who attend a college inthe United States or Puerto Rico. This organiza-tion, as of 1995, has awarded over $28 millionin scholarships to over 28,000 NationalHispanic Scholarship Fund Scholars.

Publications:!WISP News, newsletter published twice a year,and an annual report

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National LatinoCommunications Center(NILCC)

3171 Los Feliz BoulevardSuite 200Los Angeles, CA 90039Tel: (213) 663-8294Fax: (213) 663-5606

Principal Officials:Jay RodriguezChair

Raquel OrtizChair Emeritus

José Luis RuizExecutive Director

Established: 1976For more than 20 years, the National LatinoCommunications Center (NLCC) has served asan institutional force and advocate for develop-ing and presenting high quality films and tele-vision programs about the Latino experience.Dedicated to the use of mass media communi-cations as a tool for empowerment, the NLCChas provided more than 600 hours of televisionprogramming to the public, including the land-mark television documentary series, C'hicano!Histoiy of the Mexican American Civil Rights.

Publication:Newsletter

Los Niiios287 G StreetChula Vista, CA 91910Tel: (619) 426-9110Fax: (619) 426-6664E-Mail: losninos@electriciti.comWeb Site: http://www.electriciti.com/-losninos

Principal Official:Roque BarrosExecutive Director

Established: 1974

Los Nifios helps children and families living inmarginal communitieS along the U.S./Mexicoborder by providing education programs thatfocus on family/school nutrition andfamily/school ecology and gardening. In addi-tion, the Development Education Programunites volunteers from both sides of the borderto learn from one another through culturalevents and work projects. These programs areweekend, weeklong or summer programs.

Publication:Border Cbnnections, published four timesa year

Special Event:

Annual Walkathon from Los Angeles to Tijuana,held in June

La Raza Centro Legal, Inc.474 Valencia StreetSuite 295San Francisco, CA 94103Tel: (415) 575-3500Fax: (415) 225-7593

Principal Official:Victor M. Marquez, Esq.Executive Director

Established: 197352

La Raza Centro Legal, Inc. is a nonprofit organi-zation which provides free legal services in theareas of immigration, housing, employment,senior and youth laws. It also conducts a natu-ralization and voter registration campaign toencourage and increase Latino participation inthe U.S. political process.

Special Events:Annual Fund-raising Dinner; various Citizenship

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Society of HispanicProfessional Engineers(SHPE)5400 E. Olympic BoulevardSuite 210Los Angeles, CA 90022Tel: (213) 725-3970Fax: (213) 725-0316E-Mail: Shpe@aldress.com

Principal Officials:Melissa DrakeNational President

Serafin FernandezNational Vice President

Established: 1974

Dedicated to the advancement of Hispanicengineering professionals and students, SHPEworks for their educational, economic, andsocial welfare. SHPE promotes special hiringprograms for Hispanics and supports engineer-ing scholarship programs. A nonprofit corpora-tion, SHPE receives corporate contributions tomaintain its organization and its scholarshipfoundation. Annual membership fees rangefrom $45 for members to $500 for corpora-tions.

Publications:SHPE National Newsletter, published bimonth-ly, and SHPE Magazine, published quarterly

Special Events:National Banquet July, and CareerConference Februaiy

El Teatro CampesinoP.O. Box 1240San Juan Bautista, CA 95045Tel: (408) 623-2444Fax: (408) 623-4127

Principal Officials:Luis ValdezArtistic Director

Phil EsparzaManaging Director

Marilyn AbadSenior Resident Producer

Established: 1965

El Teatro Campesino is an internationallyprominent Latino/Chicano theater companycommitted to producing a theatrical body ofwork and developing new Latino playwrights,directors, actors and practitioners of theater.Dedicated to the creation and advancement ofChicano cultural heritage through the perform-ing arts, Teatro Campesino produces not onlytheatrical productions, but also films, audioand videotapes, records, and publications. Itdevelops, produces, and presents professionaltheater works that reflect campesino reality andaesthetic.

Publications:Luis Valdez The Early Works and Zoot Suit &Other Plays, published by Arte PublicoUniversity of Houston; Teatro Notes, quarterlynewsletter

Special Events:Year-round theater menu, productions and pre-senting series in San Juan Bautista

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Tom& Rivera PolicyInstitute (TRPI)241 East Eleventh StreetSteele Hall, Third FloorScripps CollegeClaremont, CA 91711-6194Tel: (909) 621-8897Fax: (909) 621-8898E-Mail: TRC@cgs.eduWeb Site:http://www.cgs.edu/inst/trc.html

Principal Officials:Dr. Harry PachonPresident

Dr. Rodolfo de la GarzaVice President

Established: 1985

The Tomas Rivera Policy Institute (TRPO wasfounded as an independent, nonprofit, non-advocacy policy research organization to fostersound public policies and programs relevant tothe nation's Latino community. To fulfill its mis-sion, the Institute conducts social, political andeconomic policy-relevant research, evaluatesthe effects of governmental and corporate prac-tices on Latinos, and serves as an objectivesource of information, analysis and ideas for itsconstituents. TRPI is headquartered inClaremont, California, and is affiliated with theClaremont Graduate School and the Universityof Texas at Austin.

Publications:Research reports, policy briefs

United Farmworkers ofAmerica (UFW)P.O. Box 62Keene, CA 93531Tel: (805)-822-5571Fax: (805) 822-6103

Principal Officials:Arturo RodriguezPresident

Dolores HuertaSecretary/Treasurer

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With over 50,000 members, this is the largestorganization of farm laborers in the UnitedStates. The organization's principal goals are toenhance the living conditions of farmworkersthrough collective bargaining agreement withagricultural producers and to provide protec-tion against pesticides to farmworkers. TheUFW established the first and only pensionplan for farmworkers, as well as the mostextensive medical coverage under the Robert F.Kennedy Medical Plan. The organization is cur-rently involved in a historic campaign to stopthe use of cancer and birth defect-causingchemicals in California's table grape industrythrough a grape boycott.

Special Events:Anniversaries of Cesar Chavez' date of birth(March 31, 1927) and the date of his passing(April 23, 1993)

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Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 163

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 45

Colorado Hispanic Institute1445 Market StreetSuite 280Denver, CO 80202Tel: (303) 620-4436

Principal Officials:Rick GarciaExecutive Director

Lena LopezProgram Director for Visiones

Established: 1987

Source: The NALEO Educational Fund, 1996National Directory of Hispanic Elected Officials

This organization was established as a non-profit institute through the joint efforts of theCommunity College of Denver, MetropolitanState College in Denver, the University ofColorado at Denver, and Hispanic communityleaders. The mission of the Institute is to pro-vide opportunities for Hispanics and others tobecome culturally competent leaders who willtransform. and build their rilulticultural:commu-nities and workplaces. To fulfill its mission, theInstitute provides a 16-week multicultural trans-formational leadership program entitledVisiones, one and two-clay diversity/culturalcompetency seminars, team building, train-the-trainer, and other customized workshops.

Publications:Our Multicultural Roots and VisionesCurriculum Manual

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Latin AmericanEducational Foundation(LA1EF)

Pena Business Plaza930 West 7th AvenueDenver, CO 80204Tel: (303) 446-0541Fax: (303) 446-0526

Principal Officials:Pedro GonzalezPresident

Angela MontagaVice President

Eloysa TorrezExecutive Director

Established: 1949

LAEF was founded by a group of Hispanic citi-zens concerned with improving the education-al opportunities for Spanish-surnamed youth.To this end, LAEF provides partial financing forHispanic students desiring a college educationand greater opportunities for professionaladvancement. The organization hopes thatthrough education, Hispanic students will dis-cover their potential and contribute to the eco-nomic growth of the nation. LAEF helpsstudents obtain college, technical, or vocationaleducation through information and counselingservices, as well as financial support. It is anonprofit corporation funded solely by volun-tary contributions.

Special Event:Annual Meeting

Latin American Researchand Service Agency(LARASA)

309 West First AvenueDenver, CO 80223Tel: (303) 722-5150Fax: (303) 722-5118

Principal Official:Dr. Maria Guajarclo LuceroExecutive Director

Established: 1964

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LARASA is a nonprofit organization created toimprove the social, economic, political andeducational status of Colorado's Latino commu-nity. It conducts public policy research, pro-vides technical assistance and clearinghouseservices, and supports advocacy and actionwhich will improve the quality of life forLatinos throughout the state. It also incubatesmodel programs in the areas of education andhealth.

Publications:LARASA Directory of Latino Agencies,Organizations and Associations in Colorado;monthly demographic reports. Call for list oftitles.

Special Event:Bernie Valdez Annual Awards Luncheon

Mexican American StateLegislators Policy Institute(MASLPI)

789 Sherman StreetSuite 480Denver, CO 80203Tel: (303) 860-8935Fax: (303) 860-0472

Principal Officials:State SenatorGonzalo Barrientos, TexasChairman of the BoardPatrick S. SanchezExecutive Director

Established: 1990

IVIASLPI was established to provide MexicanAmerican state legislators with a critically need-ed vehicle for the timely sharing of informationabout the dynamic issues and forces that createnew public policy concerns and legislativeconsiderations throughout the southwest. This501(c)(3) organization provides information,networking and research assistance.

Publications:MASLPI Networks and Quicknotes

Special Event:Issues Solutions Conference

National Caucus ofHispanic School BoardMembers6002 Hudson StreetCommerce City, CO 80222Tel: (303) 289-3940Fax: (303) 288-7089

Principal Official:Guillermo SernaPresident

Established: 1975

The primary membership of this organizationconsists of Hispanic-American members ofboards of education in the United States, aswell as concerned individuals wishing to assistHispanic-American students attain the besteducation possible. Its main objective is topromote quality education and improve rela-tionships among Spanish-speaking schoolboard members. It promotes state and nationallegislation to assist Hispanic students and rep-resentation of Hispanic school board memberswithin the governance of the National SchoolBoards Association.

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National Image, Inc.930 W. 7th AvenueSuite 139Denver, CO 80204 4417Tel: (303) 534-6534Fax: (303) 534-0796

Principal Officials:Heriberto SanabriaChairman

Veronica AutobeeExecutive Director

Established: 1972

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National Image, Inc. is a nonprofit organizationrepresenting over 3500 Hispanic Americansnationwide and over a half million Hispanicsin public service. This organization is commit-ted to promoting equality and opportunity inthe areas of employment, education and civilrights. National Image has been successful inbringing people together to express, discussand resolve differences in their philosophies,while making services and opportunities avail-able to Hispanics and other minorities through-out the United States. It has worked withgovernment agencies, private industry, educa-tional and community-based organizations tofacilitate and implement positive change.National Image accepts any member regardlessof race, sex, age, color, national origin, reli-gion, disability, or any other non-merit factor.

Special Event:1997 Training Conference and Convention willbe held May 7-10, 1997 in Denver, Colorado

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Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 618

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 143

Hands Across CulturesRoute 1, Box 204Espanola, NM 87532Tel: (505) 747-1889Fax: (505) 747-1623E-Mail:

HMONTOYA@AOL.COM

Principal Officials:Henry MontoyaPresident

Phil DiazVice President

Established: 1993

Hands Across Cultures provides material devel-opment, training and technical assistance toorganizations and institutions seeking toaddress the issues of alcohol, tobacco andother drug abuse. The continuum of preven-tion, intervention, treatment and aftercare isemphasized. Hispano/Latino cultural factors arestressed. The organization also seeks to raisethe awareness of policy makers of the strength,diversity and participation of Hispano/Latinosin all aspects of American society.

Special Event:Un EncuentroAn annual conference address-ing the needs within the Hispano/Latino corn-rnunity for program and policy development

Petroglyph NationalMonument6001 Unser Boulevard, NWAlbuquerque, NM 87120Tel: (505) 899-0205

Principal Official:Judith CordovaSuperintendent

Established: 1990

Source: The NALEO Educational Fund, 1996National Directory of Hispanic Elected Officials

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Number.of HispanicEleCted Officials: 1,795

Number-of FemaleHispanic Elected Officials:

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Source: The NALEO Educational Fund,

1996 National Directory of HispanicElected Officials

American Medical StudentAssociation Foundation1902 Association DriveReston, VA 20191-1502Tel: (703) 620-6600Fax: (703) 620-5873 .

Web Site: http://www.arnsa.org

Principal Officials:Paul WrightExecutive Director

Sarah R. LevinE-Mail: intl@www.amsa.org

Shawn Taylor ZelmanE-Mail: hpfp@www.arnsa.orgProject Directors

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The AMSA Foundation is the educational armof the American Medical Student Association. Ithas an international health program with med-ical schools in Latin America.- It encouragesparticipants in the international health pro-grams to work with Hispanic communitiesupon their return to the United States.

Governor's Commissionon Hispanic Affairs311 W. Saratoga StreetOffice 279Baltimore, MD 21201Tel: (410) 767-7857Fax: (410) 333-0392

Principal Officials:William StaggChairman

Laura Kelsey RhodesVice Chair

Luis OrtegaExecutive Director

Established: 1971

The Governor's Commission on HispanicAffairs is an advisory Commission to theGovernor, the General Assembly, state andlocal agencies, and community organizationson matters relating to the Hispanic populationof Maryland.

Hispanic Conunittee ofVirginia (HCV)5827 Columbia PikeSuite 200Falls Church, VA 22041Tel: (703) 671-5666Fax: (703) 671-2325

Principal Officials:Roberto LavinPresident

Marta V. WyattExecutive Director

Irma OrtizAssistant Director

Established: 1967

This organization is devoted to improving thequality of life for Hispanics in NorthernVirginia and is the oldest and largest bilingualand bicultural agency in the area. Our goalsare to make Hispanics fully contributing mem-bers of society, build a healthier Hispanic pop-ulation and mobilize the broader community tohelp us in our efforts. This organization offersresources in job development; health and edu-cation; immigration; mental health; tax assis-tance; information and referral; social services;notarization and translations; and voter regis-tration. HCV is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), commu-nity-based organization supported by fundingfrom local counties, the United Way, founda-tion grants, corporate gifts and private dona-tions. In FY 1996, HCV served 19,000 peoplewith over 76,000 services.

Special Events:Annual Spring Gala; Annual Children'sEpiphany Party

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National Association ofHispanic FederalExecutives (NAIHIFE)

P.O. Box 469Herndon, VA 20172-0469Tel: (703) 787-0291Fax: (703) 787-4675

Principal Official:Manuel OlivérezPresident & CEO

Established: 1984

NAHFE was incorporated in Washington, DCwith the primary purpose of enhancing theopportunities for Hispanics to secure positionsin the federal government at GM 12, 15, SeniorExecutive Service (SES) and at executive levelpositions. In keeping with this purpose,NAHFE's policies include the following: to iden-tify and recruit qualified Hispanics for executivelevel positions; to provide a forum for the shar-ing of managerial knowledge, expertise andexperience; to conduct studies, surveys andresearch on Hispanic employment issues; andto assist in the professional development ofNAHFE members.

Publication:Newsletter

Special Events:Bimonthly Hispanic Executive RecognitionLuncheons; Training Seminars; AnnualConference held in November

National HispanaLeadership Institute (NHLI)1901 North Moore StreetSuite 206Arlington, VA 22209Tel: (703) 527-6007Fax: (703) 527-6009E-Mail Address: NHLI@aol.com

URL:

http://www.incacorp.com/NELI

Principal Officials:Nancy LeonPresident

Alicia GuevaraProgram Director

Established: 1987

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The National Hispana Leadership Institute wasfounded to address the need for Latina leader-ship at the top levels of the public and privatesectors and to increase the number of Latinasin visible national positions. Through a nation-al recruitment process, NHLI selects 20 Latinaseach year to participate in an intensive four-week leadership development program.

Special Events:Tenth-Year Anniversary Conference & AlumnaeReunion (October 16-18, 1997); The FifthAnnual Mujer Award (October 17, 1997); FirstAnnual National Coalition of Women LeadersLuncheon on Capitol Hill (September 20,1997). (Note: All events in Washington, DC.)

Florida

Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 71

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 18

Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-18th District)Elected to fill vacancy in the 101st Congress,1989

Lincoln Diaz-Balart (R-21st District)Elected to serve in the 103rd Congress, 1992

Bilingual Private SchoolsAssociation (BIPRISA)904 S.W. 23rd AvenueMiami, FL 33135Tel: (305) 643-4888Fax: (305) 649-2767

Principal Official:Demetrio Perez, Jr., M.S.President

Established: 1975

Source, The NALEO Educational Fund, 1996National Directory of Hispanic Elected Officials

BIPRISA is an organization dedicated toincreasing community awareness of the pur-poses and principles of bilingual education.Its membership consists of approximately 35bilingual private schools, whose cumulativeenrollment exceeds 15,000 students. BIPRISAis the parent organization to several other pri-vate school institutions. Among them is theCouncil of Bilingual Schools, the organismthrough which bilingual schools are accredited.A nonprofit corporation, BIPRISA is funded byannual membership fees of $60 and communitydonations.

Special Events:Annual Jose Marti Celebration January 28;Annual Banquet March; Interschools FieldDay May 20

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Coalition of FloridaFarmworkersOrganizations (COFFO)305 S. Flag ler AvenueP.O. Box 368Homestead, FL 33030Tel: (305) 246-0357Fax: (305) 246-2445

Principal Official:Arturo LopezExecutive Director

Established:1980

This organization was founded by statewideleaders of local migrant and seasonal farmwork-er programs. It is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corpora-tion, which provides assistance to Hispanicfarmworkers in achieving economic upgrading,social justice, and educational and culturaladvancement. Some of the services provided bythis organization include: food distribution,emergency assistance and employment, hous-ing, clinical services, training programs, and animmigrant legalization program. COFFO is affili-ated with the National Council of La Raza.

Cuban-American NationalCouncil (CNC)300 S.W. 12th Avenue3rd FloorMiami, FL 33130-2038Tel: (305) 642-3484Fax: (305) 642-7463

Principal Officials:Agustin De GoytisoloChairman

Guarione DiazPresident & ExecutiveDirector

Established: 1972

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The Cuban-American National Council (CNC)is a private nonprofit agency addressing theeconomic, social and educational needs ofimmigrants, minorities and individuals in need.The Council conducts research and policyanalyses on issues affecting Cubans andHispanics in the United States and provideseducation, employment and housing servicesto all disadvantaged individuals of variousethnic, racial and national backgrounds. CNCinitiates economic expansion through commu-nity development and promotes special pro-grams and events in the fields of leadershipdevelopment, dropout prevention and multi-ethnic cooperation.

Publications:Council Letter, published quarterly; periodicissues papers; and the following: Freedom ofSpeech in Miami; America's English Need NotDivide Nor Censor; Law and Politics inFlorida's Redistricting; Housing Needs of theHispanic Elderly in Greater Miami; TheAcademic Performance of Hispanics in FloridaPublic Schools; The Cubanization andHispanicization of MetrcOlitan Miami; andHispanic National GroniPs in MetropolitanMiami

Special Event:Biennial Conference

Cuban-American NationalFoundation7300 N.W. 35th TerraceSuite 104Miami, FL 33122Tel: (305) 592-7768

1000 T. Jefferson Street, NWSuite 505Washington, DC 20007Tel: (202) 265-2822

Principal Officials:Jorge L. Mas CanosaChairman

Feliciano FoyoTreasurer

Francisco HernandezPresident

Established: 1980

The Cuban-American National Foundation is anindependent, nonprofit institution devoted togathering and disseminating data concerningthe economic, political, and social welfare ofthe Cuban people, both in Cuba and in exile.The Foundation supports the concept of a freeand democratic Cuba. It promotes an objectiveview of Cuba and Cubans, and an objectiveappraisal of the Cuban Government and itspolicies. The Foundation supports a generalprogram to enlighten and clarify public opin-ion on problems of Cuban concern, to fightbigotry, protect human rights, and promotecultural interest and creative achievement.

Publications:Extensive publication listings. Please call forfurther information.

Special Events:Annual Congress held in June-July; CubaIndependence Day Annual Luncheon on May20; and Annual Dinner in November

Latin Chamber ofCommerce of U.S.A.(CAMACOL)

1417 W. Flager StreetMiami, FL 33135Tel: (305) 642-3870Fax: (305) 642-0653Web Site:http://www.camacol.org

Principal Officials:Luis SabinesPresident

Capt. William AlexanderFirst Vice President andChairman of the HemisphericCongress of Latin Chambersof Commerce and IndustryDr. Manuel VegaSecretary

Established: 1965

The Latin Chamber of Commerce of U.S.A.(CAMACOL) is a nonprofit corporation withover 2,500 active members with commercialbusinesses. CAMACOL offers an in-houseemployment bureau for personnel requests.The annual Hemisphere Congress of LatinChambers of Commerce and Industry repre-sents federations of Chambers of Commercethroughout Latin America and the Caribbean.This international forum was created by CAMA-COL to strengthen commercial ties and to pro-mote mutual economic benefits. The FloridaTrade and Exhibition Center, operated byCAMACOL, promotes U.S. exports and offerstechnical assistance on international trade.Socially, CAMACOL organizes charitable andhumanitarian events, monthly dinners and localseminars.

Special Event:Hemispheric Congress of Latin Chamber ofCommerce and Industry, April 23 26, 1997 inMiami, Florida 4, to,

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National Federation ofHispanic OwnedPublications (NFHOP)685 S. CR #427Longworth, FL 32750-6403Tel: (407) 767-0561

Principal Officials:Manuel A. ToroPresident

Carlos CarrilloVice President

Berta A GonzalezSecretaiy

Jorge MontesMarketing Vice President

Established: 1991

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The National Federation of Hispanic OwnedPublications is an educational, nonprofit organi-zation to promote the highest standards ofHispanic journalism and use of Hispanic-ownednewspapers.

Publication:Ultima Hora newsletter

Special Event:Annual International Hispanic MediaConference

Union lberoamericana deMunicipalistas (UM)6822 W. 34th CourtMiramar, FL 33023Tel: (305) 987-5969E-Mail: uim@eurosur.orgWeb Site:http://www.iepala.es/CEMCl/cemcium.html

Principal Officials:Lily GuzmanChair

Roxana Guzman LoraCo-Chair

Established: 1991

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This organization was established to provide apool of expertise and knowledge on municipalgovernment and civic activities and actionthroughout Spanish-speaking countries in theAmericas.

Publication:El Edil Newsletter

Special Event:Annual Conference (held throughout theAmericas and Spain)

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Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 1,689

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 343

Henry B. Gonzalez (D-20th District)Elected to fill a vacancy in the 87th Congress, 1961

Solomon P. Ortiz (D-27th District)Elected to serve in the 98th Congress, 1982

Henry Bonilla (R-23rd District)Elected to serve in the 103rd Congress, 1992

Ruben Hinojosa (D-15th District)Elected to serve in the 105t1k-Congress, 1996

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Silvestre Reyes (D-16th District)Elected to serve in the 105th Congress, 1996

American GI Forum of theUnited States

National Headquarters2711 W. Anderson LaneSuite 200Austin, TX 78757-1121Tel: (512) 302-3025Fax: (512) 302-3591

Principal Official:Antonio Gil MoralesNational Executive Director

Established: 1948

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The American GI Forum of the U.S. is thenation's largest organized group of AmericanMilitary Veterans of Hispanic descent. Foundedby Dr. Hector P. Garcia in Corpus Christi,Texas, the organization has continuously main-tained advocacy for Hispanics as its primaryrole. The American GI Forum is activelyinvolved in various other general issues impor-tant to the Hispanic community. Such issues asemployment, housing, civil rights, women'sprograms and youth activities are supported bythe respected voice and advocacy of a nationalmembership of proven American patriots.

Publication:The Forumeer, newsletter

Special Events:Mid-Year Convention March 5-9, 1997(Lubbock, Texas); Annual National ConventionAugust 5-10, 1997 (Kansas City, Missouri)

American GI ForumNational VeteransOutreach Program206 San Pedro AvenueSuite 200San Antonio, TX 78205Tel: (210) 223-4088Fax: (210) 223-4970

Principal Officials:Carlos MartinezPresident/CEOFrank PeralesChairman

Established: 1972

The National Veterans Outreach Program(NVOP) was established to serve veterans andtheir families through job training, counseling,placement and support services. The organiza-tion also provides housing for the elderly aswell as transitional housing for homeless veter-ans and their families. Counseling programsfocus on those veterans who experience prob-lems with post traumatic stress disorder.

Publications:NVOP Newsletter and NVOP Annual Report

Special Events:Quarterly Board of Directors meetings andAnnual Training Conference

Association for theAdvancement of Mexican-Americans (AAMA)6001 Gulf FreewayBuilding B-1, Suite 102Houston, TX 77023Tel: (713) 926-4756Fax: (713) 926-8035

Principal Official:Gilbert MorenoExecutive Director

Established: 1970

The Association for the Advancement ofMexican Americans (AAMA) is the largestHispanic nonprofit service provider in Texasand offers one of the most comprehensivearrays of services of any nonprofit agency inthe nation. Programs are focused on the fol-lowing key areas: Education, Social Services,Cultural Awareness, and Economic andCommunity Development. AAMA's George I.Sanchez High School is an alternative schoolfor youth who have dropped out of the publicschool system. One of the oldest alternativeschools in the country, Sanchez High hasbecome a model school as it is now Texas'largest charter school accredited through theTexas Education Agency. Other AAMA pro-grams include: Adult Literacy, Alcohol andDrug Abuse, Gang Prevention programs, AIDSEducation, and emergency shelter for youthwith foster home placement with the MagnoliaResidential Housing Project. AAMA Drug Abuseand Gang Prevention programs have nowexpanded to Laredo, Edinburg, and SanAntonio, Texas.

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Hispanic Association ofColleges and Universities(HACU)

4204 Garclenc tale StreetSuite 216San Antonio, TX 78229Tel: (512) 692-3805

Principal Official:Antonio Flores, Ph.D.President

Established: 1986

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The Hispanic Association of Colleges andUniversities (HACU) is a national associationrepresenting the accredited colleges and uni-versities in the United States where Hispanicstudents constitute at least 25 percent of thetotal student enrollment. HACU's goal is tobring together colleges and universities,schools, corporations, governmental agenciesand individuals to establish partnerships for:promoting the development of Hispanic-serv-ing colleges and universities; improving accessto and the quality of postsecondary education-al opportunities for Hispanic students; andmeeting the needs of business, industry andgovernment through the development andsharing of resources, information and exper-tise.

Publications:HACU, the Voice of Hispanic Higher Education,monthly newsletter; HACU Annual Report

Special Event:Annual Meeting held in the Fall

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Inter-University Programfor Latino ResearchP.O. Box 8180Austin, TX 78713-8180Administration:Tel: (512) 471-7100

Policy Institute:Tel: (512) 471-4999Fax: (512) 471-4545Web Site:http://www.utexas.edu/depts-iuplr/

Principal Officials:Gilberto CardenasExecutive Director

Allert Brown-GortDevelopment Officer/Associate Director

Cynthia SanchezProgram Associate

Dolores GarciaProgram Associate PolicyInstitute

Established: 1983

IUPLR, a consortium of 13 Latino research cen-ters based at major universities across theUnited States, is the only nationwide, university-based research organization bringing togetherscholars from a wide variety of disciplines toconduct policy-relevant research on Latinos.The primary objectives of IUPLR are to expandthe pool of scholars and leaders, to strengthenthe capacity of Latino research centers, and tofacilitate the availability of policy-relevant,Latino-focused research. IUPLR offers trainingprograms, sponsors interdisciplinary research,and creates links between scholars, policyexperts, public officials, and community advo-cates.

Publications:Latinos in a Changing US. Economy; Latinosand Blacks in the Cities; and New Directions forLatino Public Policy Research

Special Events:Biennial conference on Policy RelevantResearch and Biannual Policy Briefings

League of United LatinAmerican Citizens (LULAC)FoundationP.O. Box 902Laredo, TX 78042-0902Tel: (210) 722-5544Fax: (210) 722-7131

Principal Official:Paul Garza, Jr.Chairman

Established: 1929

The LULAC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) taxexempt subsidiary of the League of UnitedLatin American Citizens (LULAC). TheFoundation supports efforts to improve thequality of life for Americans in the UnitedStates. The Foundation operates programs inhealth awareness and health care, assists quali-fied residents to become citizens of the UnitedStates, and provides funds through the LULACcouncils to assist grassroots volunteers to par-ticipate in local community improvement pro-grams.

Special Event:Annual Awards Banquet

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Mexican American CulturalCenter (MACC)3019 West French PlaceSan Antonio, TX 78228-5104Tel: (210) 732-2156Fax: (210) 732-9072

Principal Officials:Archbishop Patricio F. FloresChairmanSr. Maria Elena GonzAlez, RSMPresident

Established: 1972

The Mexican American Cultural Center (MACC)is a national Catholic institute for pastoral lead-ership and language studies. MACC preparespastoral leaders to work in and with Spanishspeaking communities throughout the UnitedStates. MACC offers programs and workshopsin English and Spanishon campus in SanAntonio as well as on site. MACC's distributioncenter has an excellent selection of bilingualmaterials for pastoral ministry, theology, historyand culture, as well as carrying an assortmentof religious articles.

Publications:Consult bookstore for a list of publications.(1-210-732-2156, extension 104)

Special Event:Workshops and training programs throughoutthe year

Mexican-AmericanDemocrats of Texas MAD)400 S. Zang Blvd.Suite 804Dallas, TX 75208Tel: (214) 943-8683Fax: (214) 943-8296

Principal Officials:Roberto R. AlonzoState Chair

Diana CastanedaState Vice Chair

Aida BarbosaState Secretary

Gaspar TrevinoState Treasurer

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The primary purpose of MAD is to increaseMexican-American participation in the TexasDemocratic Party and to represent the Mexican-American community on issues affectingHispanics. MAD is targeting a statewide mem-bership of over 100,000 through voter educa-tion and registration programs that emphasizethe role of Mexican-Americans in the politicalsystem. MAD is supported by contributions andannual membership fees of $6.

Publication:MAD of Texas News, quarterly newsletter

Special Event:Annual Convention late Summer

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Mexican-American LegalDefense & EducationalFund (MALDEF)

Regional OfficeThe Book Building140 E. Houston StreetSuite 300San Antonio, TX 78205Tel: (512) 224-5476Fax: (512) 224-5382

Principal Officials:Antonia HernándezPresident and GeneralCounsel

Thomas RestonChairman of the Board ofDirectors

Established: 1968

MALDEF is a national nonprofit organizationwhose principal objective is to protect and pro-mote the civil rights of U.S. Latinos through liti-gation, advocacy, educational outreach, and theawarding of law school scholarships.Throughout its 29 years, MALDEF has been atthe forefront of civil rights litigation in theareas of employment, education, immigration,voting and language. Its non-litigation pro-grams, such as census adjustment and leader-ship training, address the means Latinos canuse to effectively advocate for their communi-ties and impact public policy. Headquartered inLos Angeles, MALDEF has regional offices inLos Angeles and San Francisco, California; SanAntonio, Texas; Chicago, Illinois andWashington, DC, and four program officesthroughout the Midwest and Southwest.

Publications:MALDEF Newsletter; Annual Report; LeadingHispanics (Leadership Newsletter)

Special Events:Annual Fund-raising Dinner (in regionaloffices) dates vary according to each regionaloffice

Mexican-American UnityCouncil (MAUC)2300 West Commerce StreetSuite 300San Antonio, TX 78207Tel: (210) 978-0500Fax: (210) 978-0547

Principal Officials:Daniel G. HernandezPresident/CEO

Ofelia GarzaChair of the Board

Established: 1967

MAUC is committed to developing the humanand economic potential of Hispanics byencouraging pride and participation in the eco-nomic mainstream and leveraging public andprivate resources. It aims to achieve communityeconomic development, create jobs throughjoint ventures among established businesses,establish role models through assistance toHispanic entrepreneurs, and expand humanresource potential through mental health sup-port services. MAUC is committed to economicself-sufficiency, using its financial, political, andsocial resources toward community economicdevelopment and the creation of employmentto afford Hispanics the opportunity to experi-ence productive lives.

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National Center forFarmworker Health(NCFH)1515 Capital of Texas Hwy., S.Suite 220Austin, TX 78746Tel: (512) 328-7682or (800) 531-5120Fax: (512) 328-8559Web Site:http://www.ncfh.org

Principal Official:E. Roberta RyderExecutive Director

Established: 1975

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The mission of NCFH is to improve the healthstatus of farrnworker families through the inno-vation application of human, technical, andinformation resources.

Publications:Migrant Health News line and FarmworkerNews, newsletters; Migrant Health CentersReferral Directory; Migrant Clinicians ResourceGuidelines; Pocket Directory; 1995Recommendation of the National AdvisoryCouncil on Migrant Health; Under the Weather:Farmworker Health; Meal Planning for Peoplewith Diabetes; Migrant Health Status: Profile ofa Population with Complex Health Problems;Blueprint for Migrant Health Care: Health CareDelivery for the Year 2000; HIV/AIDS: A grow-ing Crisis among Migrant and SeasonalFarmworker Families; Farmworker SubstanceAbuse: An Action Plan for the Year 2000, and;Migrant Child Health

Videotapes:The Playing Field; Chasing the Sun...Siguiendoel Sol; Something in the Rain; The Road toQuality Migrant Health; Health Care in theMigrant Context: A Provider Orientation;Health for America's Harvesters: The MigrantHealth Program; and Creating a HealthyEnvironment: A Patient Education Program

Products:America's Migrant Farmworkers Photo Exhibit;Who Are America's Farmworkers? Slide presen-tation, and: The Tool Box: A HealthCurriculum Kit for Grades 1-3

National Hispanic Institute(NHO

P.O. Box 220Maxwell, TX 78656Tel: (512) 357-6137Fax: (512) 357-2206NHIinfo@AOL.COM

Principal Officials:Ernesto NietoExecutive Director

Gloria de LeonDirector of Programs

Established: 1979

The National Hispanic Institute's intent is toprovide directed leadership to the Latino com-munity. Targeting top Latino youth in highschool and college, NHI conducts creative lead-ership training programs to develop students'self-marketing, networking, college planningand organizational development skills. Studentsalso gain from NHI programs a renewedappreciation of the Latino community andrealize opportunities for involvement in thecommunity as future leaders.

Special Events:Young Leaders Conference February throughJune (Austin College, New Mexico HighlandUniversity); Lorenzo de Zavala Youth LegislativeSession June and July (University of NewMexico, Colorado State University, University ofChicago and Southwestern University);Collegiate World Series June and July(University of Nevada, Las Vegas, University ofDallas and Knox College); and CollegiateLeadership Network February (University ofTexas at El Paso)

National HispanicLeadership Conference(NHLC)

2727 Morgan AvenueCorpus Christi, TX 78405Tel: (512) 882-8284

Principal Officials:Mr. Tony BonillaChairman

Mr. Ruben Bonilla, Jr.General Counsel

Established: 1983

The National Hispanic Leadership Conference(NHLC) is a Hispanic think tank engaged inproblem solving, with special emphasis onsubstance abuse, educational opportunities,economic development, and Hispanics in for-eign affairs.

Special Event:Annual Meeting Summer

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National Society ofHispanic MBAs (NSHMBA)P.O. Box 224747Dallas, TX 75222-4747Tel: (214) 428-1622Fax: (214) 428-2254E-Mail Address:nshmba@sprintnmil.com

Principal Officials:Jesus FernandezNational PresidentFernando InzunzaNational Vice PresidentMaria AlvarezNational SecretaryLiz MunozNational Treasurer

Established: 1988

The National Society of Hispanic MBAs is anonprofit organization whose purpose is toadvocate on behalf of Hispanic academic, pro-fessional and entrepreneurial excellence. Theorganization works to increase enrollment ofHispanics in business schools through informa-tional outreach programs and financial assis-tance through the NSHMBA ScholarshipProgram.

Publication:The Bottom Line, quarterly newsletter

SER-Johs for ProgressNational, Inc.100 Decker Drive, #200Irving, TX 75062Tel: (214) 541-0616Fax: (214) 650-1860

Principal Officials:Pedro L. VieraPresidentJuan ConstantinoVice President, Operations

Established: 1964

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SER is a nonprofit organization with education-al and employment training centers throughoutthe U.S. This network of 48 affiliate officesserves disadvantaged individuals in providingjob skills and literacy training with opportuni-ties for employment.

Publication:SER America, magazine

Special Event:Annual Conference

Society of MexicanAmerican Engineers andScientists (MAES)P.O. Box 17993San Antonio, TX 78217

National OfficeP.O. Box 6650Torrance, CA 90504

Principal Officials:Richard MartinezPresident

Reynaldo TrevirioSan Antonio Contact Person(210) 977-2847

Established: 1974

The Society of Mexican American Engineersand Scientists was established to promote engi-neering and sciences for Mexican American andHispanic students and to encourage the devel-opment of Hispanic engineering businesses.

Special Events:Annual Symposium and Leadership Conference

Southwest VoterRegistration EducationProject (SVREP)403 E. CommerceSuite 220San Antonio, TX 78205Tel: (210) 222-0224Fax: (210) 222-9011Toll-free 800-404-VOTE

1712 W. Beverly Blvd.Suite 201Montebello, CA 90640Tel: (213) 728-2706Fax: (213) 728-4001Toll-free 800-222-5654

Principal Officials:Antonio GonzalezPresident

Lydia CamarilloExecutive Director

Established: 1974

The Southwest Voter Registration EducationProject (SVREP) is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan, tax exempt organizationcommitted to increasing the participation ofLatino and other ethnic communities in thedemocratic process. SVREP has conducted over1,000 voter registration and education cam-paigns in approximately 200 communities inthe states of California, Arizona, New Mexico,Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, Utah, Nevada,Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, andWashington. SVREP has grown to be thelargest operation of its kind in the U.S. Itreceives no federal, state or local funding, rely-ing solely on support from the private sector.

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Southwest Voter ResearchInstitute403 E. ComtnerceSuite 260San Antonio, TX 78205Tel: (210) 222-8014Fax: (210) 222-8474

1712 W. Beverly Blvd.Suite 201AMontebello, CA 90640Tel: (213) 728-5613Fax: (213) 728-1020

Principal Officials:Antonio GonzalezPresident

Annette AvifiaChief of Staff

Established: 1986

The Southwest Voter Research Institute is aninternational tax-exempt, nonprofit, nonparti-san organization that conducts research whichis used to improve the level of political partici-pation of Latinos. The Institute monitors thevoting patterns and opinions of Latinos andtheir community leaders, provides expert testi-mony in vote dilution lawsuits, studies theimpact of public policies on minority commu-nities, and shares this information with electedofficials so they can respond appropriately asresponsible and well-informed policy makers.The Institute maintains several key programsincluding: Political Database; LitigationSupport; Polling; Public Policy; the LatinAmerica Project; 1990 Redistricting; Publishing;and Economic Development.

Publications:The Publishing Program disseminates results ofInstitute research to Latino leaders, elected offi-cials, other researchers and the general public

Texas Association forBilingual Education6323 Sovereign DriveSuite 178San Antonio, TX 78229Tel: (210) 979-6390 or800-822-3930Fax: (210) 979-6485

Principal Official:Dr. Josefina Villamil TinajeroPresident

Established: 1974

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This is a statewide organization of bilingualeducators and administrators.

Publication:TABE Newsletter

Special Event:Annual State Bilingual Conference

Texas Association ofChicanos in HigherEducationP.O. Box 140464Austin, TX 78714

Principal Officials:Daniel HernandezPresident

Dr. Velma MenchacaPublications Editor(512) 245-8359

Established: 1974

The Texas Association of Chicanos in HigherEducation is a professional association commit-ted to the improvement of educational andemployment opportunities for Hispanics inhigher education. The organization alsoconfers scholarship and fellowship awards, aswell as awards for meritorious and distin-guished service.

Publication:El Noticiero, monthly newsletter

Special Event:Annual Conference

Texas Association ofMexican-AmericanChambers of Commerce(TAMACC)

823 Congress AvenueSuite 1414Austin, TX 78701-2429Tel: (512) 708-8823Fax: (512) 708-1808Web Site:http://www.tarnacc.org

Principal Officials:Massey V. VillarrealChairman

Joe H. MorinPresident

Established: 1976

The Texas Association of Mexican AmericanChambers of Commerce (TAMACC) is a non-profit organization created to promote businessleadership, economic opportunities and legisla-tive advocacy for the Hispanic business com-munity. TAIvIACC is an association with over11,000 constituents in 27 cities throughoutTexas. Its objectives are to strengthen the coali-tion of Hispanic business owners around thestate; to stimulate new business enterprises inHispanic communities; to disseminate usefulbusiness data to its members; to serve as anadvocate for Hispanic business in internationaltrade development, consumer affairs and pub-lic policy; and to establish a positive image forHispanic business and promote awareness oftheir resources.

Publication:News line, published quarterly

Special Events:Annual Conference July; Legislative ActionDay and Gala January during Texas legisla-tive session

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United States-MexicoBorder Health Association6006 N. Mesa StreetSuite 600El Paso, TX 79912-4655Tel: (915) 581-6645Fax: (915) 833-4768E-Mail: mail@usmbha.orgWeb Site:http://www.paho.org/english/fep/elpaso.htm

Principal Official:Xavier Leus, M.D. M.P.H.Executive Director

Established: 1942

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This organization has over 400 active membersand collaborates with both Mexican andAmerican governments to identify binationalhealth problems and joint solutions. Further, itsupports a network of public health workers onthe border area, and through them promotesthe design of health projects. It also dissemi-nates scientific public health information.

Publications:Border Health; News; Border EpidemiologicalBulletin and Sister Communities Border HealthProfiles

Special Events:

Annual Binational Meeting (first week of June);Quarterly Binational Health Council Meetings ofsister cities along the border

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'Number of Hispanic;Elected Official's: 1,074

Number of FemaleHispanic ElectedOfficials: 751

Source: The NALF.0 Ed,ucational Fund,1996 National Directory of HispanicElected Officials

Commission on LatinoAffairs Department ofHuman RightsLucas State Office Bldg.1st FloorDes Moines, IA 50319Tel: (515) 281-4070Fax: (515) 242-6119

Mailing address:Commission on Latino Affairs3727 Second AvenueCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501

Principal Officials:Olga ArrellanoChair

Sylvia TijerinaAdministrator

Established: 1975

The commission and its staff have worked con-tinually to meet the critical needs of an ever-increasing Iowa Latino community. Thiscommunity numbers 35,000 Iowa Latino resi-dents and grows another 4,000 when themigrant and seasonal farmworkers arrive.Critical areas of concern include: health; hous-ing; employment and training; social welfare;criminal justice issues; and education.

Publications:Governor's Reports, 1990-1991; The Hispanics:A Missing Link in Public Policy,. Conóceme enIowa 1975

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Commission on SpanishSpeaking Affairs77 South High Street18th Floor, Suite 1880Columbus, OH 43266-0323Tel: (614) 466-8333

Principal Officials:Joseph GenaroChairmanAnnabell Droz-BerriosVice ChairmanNestor ColonSecretary

Joseph L. MasExecutive Director

Established: 1977

The Commission is an Ohio state agencycreated to serve as an advocate for Ohio'sHispanics and to assist the governor and gen-eral assembly as an advisory body on all affairsaffecting Hispanics residing in Ohio.

Publication:EPOCA, quarterly newsletter

Special Events:Awards/Recognition; Statewide Conference

Kansas AdvisoryCommittee on HispanicAffairs (KACHA)117 SW 10th AvenueTopeka, KS 66612Tel: (913) 296-3465Fax: (913) 296-8118

Principal Official:Tina De LaRosaExecutive Director

Established: 1974

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The Kansas Advisory Committee on HispanicAffairs is dedicating to improving the econom-ic, social, and political position of the Hispaniccommunity in Kansas, as well as to promotingthe presence of Hispanics in all aspects ofKansas life, according to guidelines set by thelegislature and in accordance with the higheststandard of professional conduct.

Publications:El Corrido, quarterly newsletter; KACHALegislative Update

Michigan Commission onSpanish-Speaking Mfairs611 W. OttawaNorth Tower Third FloorLansing, MI 48913Tel: (517) 373-8339Fax: (517) 335-1637

Principal Officials:Carmen MunozChairpersonMarylou Olivares MasonExecutive Director

Established: 1975

A state government agency created to serve theneeds of Michigan's Hispanic people, this orga-nization reviews all legislation introduced forpossible implications on the Hispanic communi-ty. It also provides technical assistance toHispanic agencies and serves as a clearing-house of information. The main concernsaddressed by the commission are education,employment, civil rights, health, housing, andcare of the elderly. The Commission is fundedby the Michigan State Legislature.

Publication:El Informe, quarterly newsletter

Special Events:Hispanic Heritage Ceremony September 15& 16; Michigan Higher Education Conference

Midwest Consortium forLatino Research (MCLR)Michigan State University202 Paolucci Bldg.East Lansing, MI 48824-1110Tel: (517) 432-1150Fax: (517) 432-1151E-Mail: MCLR-L@msu.eduWeb Site: http://www.inclians.org/welker/rnclr

Principal Officials:Dr. José Cue lloChair

Dr. Francisco VillarruelVice Chair

Dr. Lourdes KuthyInterim Executive Director

Established: 1990

The purpose of the Midwest Consortium forLatino Research (MCLR) is to provide leader-ship for the advancement of Latino scholars inmidwestern institutions and research on Latinosin the Midwest.

Publications:Electronic News Network; Reprint series onLatinos in the Midwest in conjunction with theJulian Samora Research Institute

Special Event:Annual Scholars Roundtable

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Peruvian AmericanMedical Society, Inc.(PAMS)

Administrative Office6488 Tamerlane DriveWest Bloomfield, MI 48322Tel: (810) 851-2709Fax: (810) 851-2044

Principal Official:Ana May SalgadoAdministrator

Established: 1973

The Peruvian American Medical Society is anonprofit organization that seeks to unitephysicians with the purpose of improvingmedical, educational and cultural relationsbetween the United States and Peru. Thisorganization sponsors, promotes and endorsesactivities that attempt to improve the health,well-being and quality of life of Americansand Peruvians.

Special Events:Annual Business Meeting; Medical Missionsto Peru

State of Minnesota ChicanoLatino Affairs Council(CLAC)

Dept. of Administration G-450 Sherburne AvenueSt. Paul, MN 55115-1402Tel: (612) 296-9541Fax: (612) 297-1297

Principal Officials:Teresa ChapaChair

Jim CarlsonVice ChairpersonMargarita ZalameaExecutive Director

Established: 1978

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This Council is a state agency which focuseson public policy. It advises the Governor andstate legislature on issues which have animpact on Chicano/Latino communitiesthroughout Minnesota. CLAC holds regularpublic meetings to provide a forum throughoutthe state to debate issues and provide recom-mendations on future Council actions. TheCLAC staff also engages in research, advocacyand communication to influence public policyand legislation.

Publications:Al Dia, bimonthly newsletter; Minnesota'sHispanic Community: A Profile (1988); 1990Hispanic Census Count (for state of Minnesota,1991); and Child Protection Legislation: AHispanic Initiative (1991)

State off Nebraska Mexican-American CommissionP.O. Box 94965Lincoln, NE 68509-4965Tel: (402) 471-2791Fax: (402) 471-4381

Principal Official:Cecilia Olivarez HuertaExecutive Director

Established: 1972

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The Nebraska Mexican-American Commission isa state agency created to act as an advocate forNebraska's Hispanic population. It is governedby ten commissioners who are appointed bythe Governor. The organization's responsibili-ties include collecting facts and statistics andmaking special studies of conditions and prob-lems affecting the general welfare of Hispanicsin the state. The Commission has five function-al areas: advocacy and interagency cooperation,administration, referral, information dissemina-tion, and research. Existing programs are evalu-ated and pro-Hispanic legislation is proposedto the Governor and state legislators.

Publication:Mexican-American Commission Newsletter,quarterly bilingual

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Illinois

Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 1,045Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 745

Luis Gutierrez (D-4th District)Elected to serve in the 103rd Congress, 1992

Latino Institute14 East Jackson BoulevardSuite 1220Chicago, IL 60604Tel: (312) 663-3603Fax: (312) 663-4023E-Mail: Latinosl@aol.com

Principal Officials:Angela Perez MillerPresidentMigdalia (Millie) RiveraExecutive Director

Established: 1974

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Latino Institute is a not-for-profit organizationwhich promotes Latino progress through policyanalysis, leadership development, and advoca-cy. The Institute's mission is to empower com-mitted individuals and groups to obtain, for theLatino community, a fair share of public andprivate resources to improve the quality of lifefor the Latino community in the Chicago met-ropolitan area.

Publications:Research publications on various issues; medialists; directory of organizations serving Latinosin Chicago; profiles of Latino communities; andfact sheets

Special Event:Annual Celebration Banquet

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Mexican-American LegalDefense & EducationalFund (MALDEF)

Regional Office542 South Dearborn StreetSuite 750Chicago, IL 60605Tel: (312) 427-9363Fax: (312) 427-9393

Principal Officials:Antonia HernandezPresident and GeneralCounselAlicia R. ChacónChair of the Board ofDirectors

Established: 1968

MALDEF is a national nonprofit organizationwhose principal objective is to protect and pro-mote the civil rights of U.S. Latinos through liti-gation, advocacy, educational outreach, and theawarding of law school scholarships.Throughout its 29 years, MALDEF has been atthe forefront of civil rights litigation in the areasof employment, education, immigration, votingand language. Its non-litigation programs, suchas census adjustment and leadership training,address the means Latinos can use to effectivelyadvocate for their communities and impact pub-lic policy. Headquartered in Los Angeles,MALDEF has regional offices in Los Angelesand San Francisco, California; San Antonio,Texas; Chicago, Illinois and Washington, DC,and four program offices throughout theMidwest and Southwest.

Publications:MALDEF Newsletter; Annual Report;. LeadingHispanics (Leadership Newsletter)

Special Events:Annual Fund-raising Dinner (in regional offices)

dates vary according to each regional office

REFORMA The NationalAssociation to PromoteLibrary Services to theSpanish-Speakingc/o American LibraryAssociation50 E. Huron StreetChicago, IL 60611Tel: (915) 837-8124Fax: (915) 837-8400

Principal Official:Ed Erazo(New Mexico State University)President

Tel: (505) 646-6930Fax: (505) 646-6940

Established: 1971

REFORMA is committed to improving the fullspectrum of library and information servicesfor the approximately 23 million Spanish-speaking and Hispanic people of the UnitedStates. REFORMA has actively sought the fol-lowing: to promote the development of librarycollections and Hispanic-oriented materials; torecruit more bilingual and bicultural libraryprofessionals; to develop library services andprograms which meet the needs of theHispanic community; to lobby for preservationof existing library services for Hispanics; and toestablish a national information and supportnetwork. It offers scholarships for graduatelibrary study. REFORMA is affiliated with theAmerican Library Association.

Special Event:Annual Meeting held at the end of June

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Northeastern,Organizations

Number of HispanicElectdOfficials:.143

Number of FemaleHispanic Elected Officials:51

Source: The NALEO Educational Fund,1996 National Directory of 116:panic ElectedOfficials

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Asociación dePuertorriquehos enMarcha, Inc. (APM)2147 N. 6th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19122Tel: (215) 235-6788 or inNew Jersey: (609) 338-9492Fax: (215) 232-9450

Principal Officials:Hilda ArtiagaPresidentJuan C. SotoVice PresidentPedro PaganTreasurerEdith RodriguezSecretaryJesus M. Sierra, Ph.D.Executive Director

Established: 1970

APM, Inc. is the largest and oldest human ser-vices organization serving the needs of PuertoRican/Latinos in Philadelphia, and opened asatellite office in New Jersey in 1996. The fol-lowing are services it provides: Mental HealthServices; D&A Outpatient Intensive Services forYouth & Adults; Early Intervention Program;Foster Care/SCOH/Adolescent Program;Hispanic Family Preservation Program/SupportServices for Latino Families; Case Managementand Support for Homeless Persons; HIV/AIDSEducation and Prevention Program (ProgramaEsmeralda); Latina Breast and Cervical CancerProject; Family Planning Project; HIV EarlyIntervention and Risk Reduction Program;Emergency Family Food/Shelter; APM MedicalClinics; Community Living Arrangement (CLA);Community Child Care Center; and HousingCounseling. Under APM Properties, Inc., thehousing subsidiary of this agency, 150 units ofaffordable housing have been completedthrough One and Two APM Plazas, Jardines DeBorinquen I, Proyecto Escalera, and the newlyconstructed Jarclines de Borinquen II.

Publications:Annual Journal/Report; Quarterly JobBank/Newsletter

Special Events:Annual Banquet November; Annual Children'sChristmas Party December; Annual HealthFair June

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Casa Latina, Inc.219 Main StreetNorthampton, MA 01080Tel: (413) 586-1569

Principal Officials:Aixa Quirós andJanet GonzalezExecutive Council

Established: 1968

Casa Latina, Inc. is a cultural and communityeducation center committed to the empower-ment of Latinos throughout westernMassachusetts and to the full development andparticipation of Latinos in this culturally diversecommunity.

Governor's AdvisoryCommission on LatinoAffairs544 Forum BuildingHarrisburg, PA 17120Tel: (717) 783-3877

Principal Officials:Angel L. DavilaExecutive DirectorGladys GonzalezAdministrative Assistant

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Established: 1989

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The Commission has been serving as an advo-cate for the Latino community throughoutPennsylvania. The Commission makes recom-mendations to the Governor on policies, pro-cedures and legislation, which would make thestate more responsive to the Latino community.It also assists local Latino communities indeveloping strategies and programs which willenhance their social and economic status. Itserves as a resource to all departments, com-missions and agencies to ensure that the Latinocommunity benefits in an equitable fashionfrom their respective services and programs.Our focus is community empowerment andgrassroots building.

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Mauricio Gaston Institutefor Latino CommunityDevelopment and PublicPolicyUniversity of Massachusetts100 Morrissey BoulevardBoston, MA 02125Tel: (617) 287-5700E-Mail:latino_2@umbsky.cc.umb.eduWeb Site:http://www.umb.edu/cen-ters&institutes

Principal Official:Edwin Melénclez, Ph.D.Director

Established: 1989

The Mauricio Gast On Institute was establishedat the University of Massachusetts at Bostonthrough the initiative of Latino communityactivists, academicians, and the state legislatureresponding to the need for improved under-standing of the Latino experience. The Instituteseeks to inform policy makers about issuesvital to the Commonwealth's growing Latinocommunity and to provide this communitywith information and analysis necessary foreffective participation in the formulation ofpublic policy.

Publications:Gaston Institute Report and various books(call for Publications List)

Multicultural Education,Training, and Advocacy(META)

240 A Elm StreetSuite 22Somerville, MA 02144Tel: (617) 628-2226Fax: (617) 628-0322

Principal Officials:Roger RiceCo-DirectorPeter RoosCo-Director

Jane E. LopezStaff Attorney

Deborah EscobecloStaff Attorney

Established: 1983

META is a national organization specializing inthe educational rights of Hispanics and otherlinguistic minorities and migrant youth. METAis dedicated to the full realization of the educa-tional and personal potential of this vulnerableclass of children, as well as the preservation oftheir cultural and linguistic identities. Servicesand programs include community advocacyand leadership development, policy analysis,research and dissemination, and legal represen-tation in the area of education. META alsomaintains an office in San Francisco, Californiaand Central Florida.

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New jersevTh

Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 35

Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 11

Robert Menendez (D-13th District)Elected to serve in the 103rd Congress, 1992

La Casa de Don Pedro, Inc.

Executive Office75 Park AvenueNewark, NJ 07104Tel: (201) 482-8312Fax: (201) 482-1883E-Mail Address:LC.DonPedro@aol.comWeb Site:http://lacasa-dc.org:40

Principal Officials:Angelo GonzalesExecutive DirectorMufia Romero-BoschDirector of FundDevelopment and PublicRelations

Established: 1972

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La Casa de Don Pedro, Inc. is a Hispanicagency offering clients a comprehensive net-work of social services that foster the individ-ual's self-sufficiency and resourcefulness, andproviding the community with economicdevelopment programs that effectively revital-ize our neighborhoods.

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New Jersey Department ofCommunity Affairs

Center for Hispanic Policy,Research and Development101 South Broad StreetCN 800Trenton, NJ 08625-0800Tel: (609) 984-3223Fax: (609) 984-0386

Principal Officials:Alicia DiazDirectorJeffrey VegaChairperson Advisory Board

Established: 1975

The primary mission of the Center is toempower the Hispanic community in NewJersey through the process of inclusion in poli-cy development and relevant services. TheCenter's general mandates include: the adminis-tration of grant dollars to Hispanic community-based organizations; technical assistance andreferral services aimed at empowering Hispaniccommunity-based organizations; the creation oftraining/employment opportunities for Hispaniccollege interns (a source of potential leader-ship); and conduct and support research onHispanics in New Jersey.

Hispanic Caucus-NationalWomen's Political Caucus(NWPC)P.O. Box 1546Highland Park, NJ 08904-1546Tel: (908) 985-3967Fax: (908) 393-0295

Principal Official:Carmen D. DiazCo-Chair

Established: 1971

The Hispanic Caucus of the National Women'sPolitical Caucus represents the interests ofLatinas within the Caucus, and was establishedto increase the number of progressive womenat all levels of government, regardless of partyaffiliation. With a membership of more than25,000, it is dedicated to getting more womenelected and appointed to public office. It alsoprovides campaign training several times ayear at various locations in the United States.

Publication:Women's Political Times newsletter

Special Event:National Biennial ConventionHouston, Texas, August 12-17, 1997

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New Jersey Puerto RicanCongress515 S. Broad StreetTrenton, NJ 08611Tel: (609) 989-8888

Principal Official:Lydia ValenciaExecutive Director

Established: 1970

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This is a nonprofit organization that works tocoordinate all types of services to enhance thequality of life of Puerto Rican residents of theState of New Jersey. The Congress is governedby a board of directors selected each year atopen local conventions in locations of highHispanic population. This is an umbrella orga-nization for 42 local Hispanic community-based organizations across the state.

Special Event:Puerto Rican Convention October

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Number of Hispanic ElectedOfficials: 77Number of Female HispanicElected Officials: 27

José E. Serrano (D-16th District)Elected to fill a vacancy in the 101st Congress, 1990

Nydia Velazquez (D-12th District)Elected to serve in the 103rd Congress, 1992

Association for PuertoRican-Hispanic Culture,Inc.c/o Peter Bloch83 Park Terrace West, #6-ANew York, NY 10034Tel: (212) 942-2338

Principal Officials:Peter BlochPresident and ExecutiveDirectorAlberto GuigouVice PresidentCarmen D. LuccaVice President

Established: 1965

Source: The NALEO Educational Fund, 1996National Directory of Hispanic Elected Officials

The Association is a cultural not-for-profit orga-nization established to acquaint people withthe values and great figures of the Hispaniccivilization, and to showcase Hispanic talent ofthe greater New York area. Major events takeplace at the Museum of the City of New York.

Publications:Brochures and annual newsletter-magazine.

Special Event:Annual Rafael Hernández-Sylvia RexachFestival Fall

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Association of HispanicArts, Inc. (AHA)173 E. 116th StreetNew York, NY 10029Tel: (212) 860-5445

Principal Official:Sandra PerezExecutive Director

Established: 1975

AHA is a nonprofit organization dedicated tothe advancement of Latino arts, artists and artsorganizations. The organization facilitates proj-ects and programs designed to foster the appre-ciation, growth and well-being of the Latinocultural community. AHA also provides techni-cal assistance and information services.

Publications:AHA! Hispanic Arts News, and Hispanic ArtsOrganizations Directoty

Centro de EstudiosPuertorriquefiosHunter CollegeThe City Universityof New York695 Park AvenueNew York, NY 10021Tel: (212) 772-5688Fax: (212) 650-3673E-Mail:

centro@hunter.cuby.edu

Principal Official:Dr. Juan FloresDirector

Established: 1973

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The Centro has promoted disciplined inquiryinto matters of significance to Puerto Ricansand, as a result, its work has emerged asa critical force in the ongoing debate aboutPuerto Ricans and other excluded minorities.In addition, it is becoming increasingly recog-nized that the particularities of the PuertoRican experience shed light on such globalissues as the internationalization of the worldeconomy, decolonization, inter-ethnic conflict,and enduring class, race and gender inequality.Over the years, the Centro's task forcespoliti-cal economy, history, language and education,cultural studies and higher education, as wellas the support units on media and the CentroJournalhave published materials that areoriginal contributions to their respective fieldsand also serve the practical needs of thePuerto Rican community. The Centro's Libraryand Archives, which are open to students,researchers and the general public, containsextensive holdings related to the Puerto Ricanexperience. The Centro also houses the follow-ing programs: the Centro Faculty Fellows andInternship Program, the CUNY-UPR AcademicExchange Program, the CUNY-CaribbeanExchange, and the Puerto Rican/LatinoEducation Roundtable.

Publication:C'entro Journal, published twice a year

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Fiesta FolkloricaPuertorriquelia, Inc.P.O. Box 1607 Canal StreetNew York, NY 10013Tel: (212) 513-1076

Principal Officials:Lucy RiveraPresidentSergio OrtizPublic Relations

Established: 1966

This organization was established to preserveand promote the Puerto Rican culture in theUnited States.

Special Event:Annual Festival at Central Park (72nd Streetand Fifth Avenue) held on the last Sunday inAugust

Hispanic PolicyDevelopment Project(HPDIP)

36 E. 22nd Street9th FloorNew York, NY 10010Tel: (212) 529-9323

Principal Official:Mrs. SiohhanOppenheimer-NicolauPresident

Established: 1981

The Hispanic Policy Development Project(HPDP), a private nonprofit organization, isa policy analysis group, focusing on thespecial characteristics and needs of the coun-try's Hispanic population from ages 15 to 24.HPDP seeks to influence the development ofpositive public policy as it affects educationand employment. HPDP publishes demograph-ic studies, conducts surveys and polls, issuesposition papers, and convenes Hispanic andnon-Hispanic leaders from business, govern-ment, professional groups, the media, andhuman services groups in seminars and confer-ences. HPDP is funded by corporate contribu-tions.

Publications:Three Aspects of Diversity; Equitable Access: theCollective Agenda; Hispanic Almanac;Handsome Dividends; Together is Better,.Leer es un Placer; bilingual preschool books

Special Event:Annual Aspen Seminar: Hispanic Americansand the Business Community July

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Institute for Puerto RicanPolicy, Inc. (IPR)286 Fifth Avenue3rd FloorNew York, NY 10001-4512Tel: (212) 564-1075Fax: (212) 564-1014E-Mail: ipr@iprnet.orgWeb Site:http://www.iprnet.org/IPR/IPRForum E-Mail List:ipr-fonim@igc.apc.org

Principal Officials:Angelo FalconPresidentJosé R. Snchez, Ph.D.Chairperson

Established: 1982

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A nonprofit and nonpartisan policy analysisorganization concerned with issues affecting thePuerto Rican community in the United States,the Institute for Puerto Rican Policy (IPR) doesnot accept government funding to maintain itsindependence. IPR operates through fundingfrom foundations, corporations, individuals anduser fees. Institute activities revolve aroundthree program areas: urban policy analysis, civicparticipation and policy networking. IPR spon-sors the IPRNet Information Service on PuertoRican Issues, a 2,500-member information shar-ing network that extends through 2 8 states,Washington, DC and Puerto Rico. Besides itsongoing publications (see below), IPR also reg-ularly reports and sponsors forums on a varietyof public policy issues.

Publications:Periodicals include: Critica: A Journal of PuertoRican Policy & Politics (monthly); IPRNet News:Newsletter of the National Puerto Rican PolicyNetwork; and IPR Datanotes on the PuertoRican Community (three times a year); !SoyBoricua! Calendar (annual). Recent reportsinclude: The New York City LatinoNeighborhoods Databook (1996); The NewYork City Latino Voter Handbook (1996); LatinoImmigrants and Electoral Participation (1996);and The IPR Guide to Puerto Rican and OtherLatino Elected Officials in New York City (1995)

Special Event:Annual Benefit Reception and Dance firstSaturday in December

El Museo del Barrio1230 Fifth Avenue(at 104th Street)New York, NY 10029Tel: (212) 831-7272Fax: (212) 831-7927

Principal Officials:Susana Torruella LevalExecutive DirectorCarolina Ponce de LeonCurator

Established: 1969

El Museo del Barrio is dedicated to collecting,preserving and interpreting the artistic heritageof Latin Americans in the United States. ElMuseo's mission is reflected in its permanentcollection of 8,000 objects and its varied pro-gramming of contemporary and historical exhi-bitions, public programs, publications,educational activities and special events. ElMuseo is located at the top of Museum Mile inthe Heckscher Building, directly across fromthe Central Park Conservancy Garden. Inrecent years, El Museo has broadened thescope of-its mission, collections and programsto represent the rapidly growing diverse Latinocommunities from the Americas. The museumalso continues to emphasize its founding spiritto collect, preserve and disseminate PuertoRican art and culture. By deepening knowl-edge of the Latin American cultural heritage, ElIvluseo's exhibitions and programs championits Latino public's sense of identity and broad-ens the general public's awareness of the rich-ness of Latin American cultures.

Publications:Bilingual catalogs are published with everyexhibition; newsletter/calendar of events

Special Events:Three Kings' Day Parade; Museum MileFestival; National Latino Film and VideoFestival; and Family Day

National Association ofPuerto Rican/HispanicSocial Workers, Inc.Post Office Box 651Brentwood, NY 11717Tel: (516) 864-1536

Principal Officials:Eva Figueroa, Esq.PresidentAngelina Martinez, Esq.Treasurer

Established: 1983

The National Association of PuertoRican/Hispanic Social Workers, Inc. is aprofessional organization offering workshops,advocacy, lobbying, and scholarships.

Publication:Quarterly newsletter

Special Events:Professional Development Workshops;Conferences, Annual Dinner/Dance Awards

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National Latinas Caucus(NLC)853 Broadway5th FloorNew York, NY 10003Tel: (212) 614-2903

Principal Official:Ms. Yolanda SanchezPresident

Established: 1985

The National Latinas Caucus (NLC) deals pri-marily with issues of concern to Latinas. Theprincipal goal of this organization is to empow-er women in local communities by organizingand developing networks around issues ofcommon concern; to provide opportunities forpersonal and professional advancement; and tofoster a stronger sense of self-awareness.Special projects include "El Barrio Renaissance"-an effort to create low and moderate incomeresidential units by renovating city-ownedvacant buildings, and Economic/LeadershipDevelopment mini-courses for Latinas.

Publications:A community newspaperVision, published bi-monthly

Special Event:Annual Conference March

National Puerto RicanForum, Inc. (NPRF)31 East 32nd Street4th FloorNew York, NY 10016Tel: (212) 685-2311Fax: (212) 685-2349

Principal Officials:Eric SotoChair

Patricia K. FermindezVice Chair

Coni BathePresident and CEO

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NPRF is a nonprofit organization that strives toadvance the socioeconomic conditions ofLatinos and other disadvantaged groupsthrough programs, research, advocacy anddirect services in education, economic devel-opment, job training and placement. TheForum offers programs in Chicago, Illinois aswell as the Bronx and Manhattan in New York.NPRF is a member of the Hispanic Associationon Corporate Responsibility, the NationalHispanic Leadership Agenda and various othergroups working to increase Latino participationin the public and private sectors. 1997 marksthe Forum's 40th year of service. The organiza-tion will continue to present a national seriesof symposia on public policy topics related toworkforce development in America.

Publication:Educational and Vocation Resource Directory,New York City

Special Events:Public Policy Series: The State of WorkforceDevelopment in America (March 5; May 22;June 19; September 11; and November 20) and40th Anniversary Baile on June 12, 1997 inNew York City

Puerto Rican Associationfor Community Affairs(PRACA)

853 BroadwayFifth FloorNew York, NY 10003Tel: (212) 614-2900Fax: (212) 529-8917

Principal Officials:Alicia CardonaChairpersonYolanda SanchezExecutive Director

Established: 1953

The Puerto Rican Association for CommunityAffairs is an advocacy and social services orga-nization which focuses primarily on the needsof children. The original mission of PRACAwas to assist newly arriving Puerto Rican fami-lies to adjust to the complexities of life on themainland, while maintaining the integrity oftheir cultural heritage.

Puerto Rican Legal Defenseand Education Fund(PRLDEF)99 Hudson Street14th FloorNew York, NY 10013Tel: (212) 219-3360Fax: (212) 431-4276

Principal Official:Juan A. FigueroaPresident and GeneralCounsel

Established: 1972

PRLDEF is a national civil rights organizationestablished to protect the civil rights of PuertoRicans and other Latinos and to ensure theirequal protection under the law. PRLDEFaccomplishes its mission through litigation,advocacy, and creative legal education pro-grams. Through the Legal Education Division,PRLDEF strives to increase the number ofLatino attorneys serving our community. TheDivision offers workshops and counseling tostudents interested in pursuing a legal career.

Publication:PRLDEF in the News

Special Events:Annual Awards Banquet Fall, and Fiesta deSalsa Spring

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TuhauantinsuyoP.O. Box 2340Astoria, NY 11102Tel: (718) 728-1793

Principal Official:Guillermo GuerreroPresident

Established: 1974

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This nonprofit organization was established toresearch and perform the traditional dance andmusic from the six Andean countries.Tuhauantinsuyo was invited to perform in theformer Soviet Union and also has recordedAndean folk music.

Publication:Arts in Education Guide

Special Events:Concerts and lectures for students, the elderly,and for people with emotional problems

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/41 uilding Cc?mmunityNew challenges foi-d New Era

A A s we rapidly approach the beginning of a..new century, the Congressional HispanicCaucus Institute offers the following resourcesfor Latino communities. Creative solutions tomany problems faced by our community tradi-tionally have been found at the local level,through strong grassroots organizing. Thisdirectory contains many organizations thatbegan as small, locally-based efforts. CHCIencourages the community activists of the 21stcentury to get busy and, more importantly, toget back to basics.

Start with your local library. See if you can findthe following two books:

Pick, Maritza How to Save YourNeighborhood, C'ity, or Town: the Sierra ClubGuide to Community Organizing. SanFrancisco: Sierra Club Books, 1993.

Shaw, Randy The Activist's Handbook: APrimer for the 1990s and Beyond. Berkeley:University of California Press, 1996.

Pick is a veteran activist who has directed herefforts at environmental issues. Her bookreflects that activism, but it addresses funda-mental activism at the grassroots level, andoffers basic "how to" strategies that can be easi-ly adapted to local issues.

Shaw is director and supervising attorney forthe Tenderloin Housing Clinic in San Francisco,California. His book emphasizes the importanceof community activists being proactive, ratherthan reacting to others' agendas. Creating acommunity agenda and then focusing resourcesto achieve it is key to successful communitybuilding.

Contact the following organizations for informa-tion on community building and grassrootsorganizing:

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The National Association of Neighborhoods(NAN)

1651 Fuller Street, NWWashington, DC 20009Tel: (202) 332-7766

NAN can assist with entrepreneurial develop-ment programs in public housing, communitypolicing programs, peer advisory programs, andmore.

Community Organizing and Family Issues(COFI)

3136 North SeminaryChicago, IL 60657Tel: (312) 477-3847E-Mail Address: cofi312@ao1.com

COFI is working in Chicago neighborhoodsto combine traditional community organizingwith the support of community empowermentprograms. Co-founder Ellen Schumer says thatbuilding stronger families and building strongercommunities are part of the same process.To get a better sense of how COFI approachescommunity organizing, read the article "Com-munity Building & Community Organizing:Issues in Creating Effective Models." This canbe accessed on the Internet athttp://www.nhi.orgionline/issues/85/com-build.htm1.

Using the Internet for Community Organizing

In July 1996, the CHCI Web Site was launched,allowing the Institute to take an initial step intotechnologically advanced methods of communi-cation. Our site can be accessed athttp://www.chci.org. Watch for announcementson upcoming online conferences for discussionof legislative issues that affect our communities.

A growing number of organizations listed inthis edition of the National Directory ofHispanic Organizations maintain Web Sites.How can community organizing be served bythe Internet and the World Wide Web? A num-ber of organizations are addressing this issue invery creative ways.

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Philadelphia's economic development agencies,public radio, libraries and school districts. In1994, Liberty Net unveiled "NeighborhoodsOnline," a project that recruits and trains neigh-borhood-based nonprofit organizations to usethe Internet. For more information, visit theweb site at http://hbertynet.org. Ed Schwartz,the creator of "Neighborhoods Online," haswritten "Net Activism: How Citizens Use theInternet," published by O'Reilly and Associates(1996). For more information, contact:

Institute for Civic Values

1218 Chestnut StreetRoom 702Philadelphia, PA 19107Tel: (215) 238-1434

Another useful booklet is "The Internet: What ItCan and Can't Do for Activists," written byLarry Yates of Social Justice Connections. Formore information, contact:

Social Justice Connections

P.O. Box 4090Arlington, VA 22204Tel: (703) 553-4440

Also, check out the Center for NeighborhoodTechnology's Web Site, accessed athttp://www.cnt.org. For more information, con-tact:

CNT

2125 W. North AvenueChicago, IL 60647Tel: (312) 278-4800

These are only a handful of examples of howcommunities across the country are beginningto harness the organizing capabilities of theInternet. Let us know how your community isdoing via e-mail: chci@chci.org.

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The Institute

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute,Inc. (CHCl/Institute) is a nonprofit and non-

partisan educational organization established in1978. The Institute was founded as the vehiclefor the development of the next generationof Hispanic leadership. This is accomplishedthrough programs designed to familiarizeHispanic students with policy-related careersin both the public and private sectors, as wellas afford them the opportunity for professionalgrowth and development. CHCI has also dedi-cated significant resources to the developmentof a national clearinghouse on educationalopportunities for Hispanic students.

The Hispanic Leadership Opportunity Program(HLOP) and the Graduate Fellowship Program(GFP) offer nine-month internships to collegegraduates and graduate students. Participantsare placed in congressional offices, federalagencies, the media, and national advocacyorganizations, as well as government-relatedinstitutions. Fellows are afforded the opportuni-ty for substantive research and written work onpolicy issues.

The Summer Internship Program is a two-month program offering college-bound highschool graduates and currently enrolled collegeundergraduates the opportunity to work onCapitol Hill.

The National Clearinghouse: CHCI serves asa national clearinghouse for educational pro-grams and Financial aid opportunities. Throughits toll free line, 1-800-EXCEL DC, the Instituteprovides Hispanic students with informationon scholarships, grants and loans. The Institutepublishes and distributes the EducationalQuarterly, a newsletter aimed at high school stu-

7de1t5, containing college profiles and other.'information related to attaining higher education.

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The CHCI Web Site: Accessed athttp://www.chci.org, this site offers arange of information on CHCI programs andevents. It also contains helpful links to legisla-tive information on the World Wide Web.

Legislative Briefings: The Institute periodicallyconvenes meetings during which HispanicMembers of Congress, government officialsand community leaders discuss issues ofimportance to the Latino community.

The CHCI Annual Gala is the highlight ofHispanic Heritage Month celebrations in ournation's capital. This is the largest nationalgathering of Hispanic elected officials, commu-nity leaders and corporate representatives.

CHCI neither solicits nor accepts federal fund-ing. Support for these programs is donated bycorporations and philanthropic foundations.For more information on the work of theInstitute, call (202) 543-1771 or toll free,1-800-EXCEL DC.

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Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

Hon. Xavier Becerra(D-30th, CA)Chairman

Ms. Carmen Delgado VotawVice Chair

Washington, DC

Mr. Julian MartinezSecretary

Bethesda, MD

Mr. Ed EspinozaTreasurer

New York, NY

Mr. Rudy BeserraAtlanta, GA

Dr. Samuel BetancesChicago, IL

Hon. Henry Bonilla(R-23rd, TX)

Mr. Alonzo CantuMcAllen, TX

Mr. Willie ColonNew Rochelle, NY

Ms. Rita Di MartinoWashington, DC

Mr. Alfred EstradaCoral Gables, FL

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Mr. Berto GuerraSan Antonio, TX

Hon. Luis Gutierrez(D-4th, IL)

Hon. Ruben Hinojosa(D-15th, TX)

Mr. David LizarragaLos Angeles, CA

Mr. Ronnie LopezPhoenix, AZ

Ms. Irma MaldonadoWashington, DC

Hon. Roberto MaldonadoChicago, IL

Hon. Matthew Martinez(D-31st, CA)

Hon. Robert Menendez(D-13th, NJ)

Hon. Solomon Ortiz(D-27th, TX)

Hon. Ed Pastor(D-2nd, AZ)

1997 IDII

Mr. Steve ProtulisSilver Spring, MD

Hon. Silvestre Reyes(D-16th, TX)

Mr. Ed RomeroAlbuquerque, NM

Hon. Carlos Romero-Barceló(D-PR)

Hon. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen(R-18th, FL)

Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard.(D-33rd, CA)

Hon. Loretta Sanchez(D-46th, CA)

Hon. José E. Serrano(D-18th, NY)

Mr. Ruben SmithNew Port Beach, CA

Hon. Esteban Torres(D-34th, CA)

Hon. Robert Underwood(D-GU)

oard of Directors

Mr. Luis ValenzuelaLos Angeles, CA

Hon. Nydia Velazquez(D-12th, NY)

Mr. Michael VeveWashington, DC

Mr. José VillarrealSan Antonio, TX

Mr. Raul YzaguirreWashington, DC

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About This Directory

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The 1997-98 National Directory of HispanicOrganizations is arranged geographically

and includes organizations which are consid-ered to be national in either membership or inscope. Also included are organizations thatserve statewide or regional Latino populations.The Institute has made every effort to maintainaccurate and current organization listings.

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Instituterecognizes the value of a great many communi-ty-based organizations whose work is to becommended, and whose number is far toolarge to be included in this publication. Anexcellent source for local organizations is thepublication "Anuario Hispano-HispanicYearbook," published by T.I.Y.M. PublishingCompany, 1489 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 200,McLean, Virginia 22101. Tel: (703) 734-1632;Fax: (703) 356-0787; E-Mail Address:TIYM@aol.com

Index

American GI Forum National Veterans

Outreach Program 69

American GI Forum of the United States 68

American Medical Student

Association Foundation 60

ASPIRA Association, Inc. 11

Asociación Nacional Pro Personas

Mayoras 41

Asociación de Puertorriquerios en

Marcha, Inc. 89

Association for the Advancement of

Mexican-Americans 69

Association for Puerto

Rican-Hispanic Culture, Inc. 95

Association of Hispanic Arts, Inc 96

Ateneo Puertorriqueno 32

AYUDA, Inc. 12

Bilingual Foundation of the Arts 41

Bilingual Private Schools Association 63

California Chicano Media Association 42

California Hispanic Psychological Association . 42

Cámara de Comercio de Puerto Rico 32

Carecen (Central American Refugee Center) . . . 12

Casa de Don Pedro 92

La Casa Del Pueblo 13

Casa Latina, Inc. 90

Center for Hispanic Policy, Research

and Development 93

Central California Hispanic Chamber

of Commerce 43

El Centro Chicano 43

Centro de Estudios Puertorriquenos 96

Centro Latinoamericano 33

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc 37

Coalition of Florida Farmworkers Organizations .64

Colorado Hispanic Institute 55

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Commission on Latino Affairs Department

of Human Rights 81

Commission on Spanish Speaking Affairs 82

Congressional Hispanic Caucus 13

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc. .. 14

Cuban-American National Council 64

Cuban-American National Foundation 65

Fiesta Folklorica Puertorriqueria, Inc 97

Foundation for the Advancement of Hispanic

Americans 14

Future Leaders of America 44

Governor's Advisory Commission

on Latino Affairs 90

Governor's Commission on Hispanic Affairs 61

Greater Washington lbero-American

Chamber of Commerce 15

Hands Across Cultures 59

Hispanic Association of Colleges

and Universities 70

Hispanic Association on Corporate

Responsibility 15

Hispanic Coalition on Higher Education 44

Hispanic Committee of Virginia 61

Hispanic Community Foundation 45

Hispanic Council on International Affairs 16

Hispanic CaucusNational Women's

Political Caucus 93

Hispanic Designers, Inc. 16

Hispanic Elected Local Officials Caucus 17

Consortium to Identify & Promote Hispanic

Professionals, Hispanic Research Center 38

Hispanic National Bar Association 17

Hispanic Policy Development Project 97

Hispanic Pubfic Relations Association 45

Hispanic Women's Council of California 46

Institute for Language and Cultures

of the America's 18

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Index

Institute for Puerto Rican Policy, Inc. 98

Interamerican College of Physicians

and Surgeons 18

Inter-University Program for Latino Research 71

Kansas Advisory Committee on

Hispanic Affairs 82

Labor Council for Latin American

Advancement 19

Latin American Educational Foundation 56

Latin American Management

Association 19

Latin American Research and Service Agency 56

Latin Business Association 46

Latin Chamber of Commerce of U.S.A. 65

Latino Institute 86

Latino Issues Forum 47

League of United Latin American Citizens 71

League of United Latin American Citizens

(LULAC) Foundation 20

Mauricio Gaston Institute for Latino Community

Development and Public Policy 91

Mexican-American Cultural Center 72

Mexican-American Democrats of Texas 72

Mexican-American Grocers Association 47

Mexican-American Legal Defense

& Educational Fund 48, 73, 87

Mexican American State Legislators

Policy Institute 57

Mexican-American Unity Council 73

Mexican-American Women's National

Association 21

The Mexican Museum 48

Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking

Affairs 83

Midwest Consortium for Latino Research 83

Migrant Legal Action Program, Inc . 21

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Movimiento Familiar Cristiano U.S.A. 49

El Museo del Barrio 99

Multicultural Education, Training,

and Advocacy 49, 91

National Alliance of Spanish-Speaking

People for Equality 22

National Association for Bilingual Education 22

National Association for Chicana and

Chicano Studies 34

National Association of Hispanic

Federal Executives 62

National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) .23

National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) 23

National Association of Hispanic

Publications 24

National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed

Officials, NALEO Educational Fund 50

National Association of Puerto Rican/Hispanic

Social Workers, Inc. 99

National Caucus of Hispanic School

Board Members 57

National Center for Farmworker Health 74

National Coalition of Hispanic Health & Human

Services Organizations 24

National Concilio of America 50

National Conference of Puerto Rican Women .. 25

National Council of La Raza 26

National Federation of Hispanic Owned

Publications 66

National Hispana Leadership Institute 62

National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators . . 27

National Hispanic Corporate Council 38

National Hispanic Council on Aging 28

National Hispanic Institute 75

National Hispanic Leadership Conference 75

National Hispanic Media Coalition 51

National Hispanic Scholarship Fund 51 State of Utah Govemor's Office on

National Image, Inc. 58 Hispanic Affairs 35

National Latinas Caucus 100 El Teatro Campesino 53

National Latino Communications Center 52 Texas Association for Bilingual Education 78

National Puerto Rican Coalition, Inc. 29 Texas Association of Chicanos in

National Puerto Rican Forum, Inc 100Higher Education 79

National Society of Hispanic MBAs 76Texas Association of Mexican-American

Chambers of Commerce 79Nevada Association of Latin Americans 34

Tomás Rivera Policy Institute 54Nevada Hispanic Services, Inc. 35

Tuhauantinsuyo 102New Jersey Puerto Rican Congress 94

Union lberoamericana de Municipalistas 66Los Mhos 52

United Farmworkers of America 54Petroglyph National Monument 59

United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce .. 30Peruvian American Medical Society, Inc. 84

United States-Mexico Border Health Association . .80Project 1000 39

Utah Coalition of La Raza 36Puerto Rican Association for Community Affairs .101

Washington Commission on Hispanic Affairs .... 36Puerto Rican Legal Defense and

Education Fund 101White House Office of Public Liaison 31

Raza Centro Legal, La 52

REFORMA: The National Association to Promote

Library Services to the Spanish-Speaking 87

Republican National Hispanic Assembly

of the United States 29

Secretariat for Hispanic Affairs of the National

Conference of Catholic Bishops 30

SER Jobs for Progress National, Inc. 76

Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers 53

Society of Mexican American Engineers

and Scientists 77

Southwest Voter Registration

Education Project 77

Southwest Voter Research Institute 78

State of Minnesota Spanish-Speaking

Affairs Council 84

State of Nebraska Mexican-American

Commission 85

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