Fresh off last week’s U.S. Census data showing phenomenal growth among Oregon Latinos, particularly in the Portland area, comes an interview with the head of a leadership development program aimed at teaching Latino community members how to become involved in city government.
Cynthia Gomez, a program director for the nonprofit advocacy group Latino Network, says the Diversity and Civic Leadership Academy has produced more than 50 alumni to go along with 40 participants who are currently enrolled in English- and Spanish-speaking versions of the program.
The program’s emphasis on community service was a factor in Latino Network’s being honored earlier this month (see video below) as an Innovation Awards Winner by Hands On Greater Portland, a nonprofit that matches individuals with volunteer opportunities in the metro area.
Latino Network is one of five nonprofits involved in a five-year, $1.5 million initiative to increase civic involvement within Portland’s racial and ethnic minority communities, including creating a diverse pool of people who can serve on city advisory committee and boards. READ MORE
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