Latinos Progresando would like to congratulate Luis Gutierrez for his Community Service Award from MALDEF for his "commitment and creativity in increasing access and opportunities for Latinos in the United States."-- view the video!

Last weekend, Teatro Americano performed at the Little Village Theater Fest. It was the first time the Youth Ensemble and students from Castellanos and Madero Middle School performed together. Students from Castellanos performed poetic monologues promoting non-violence in the community, while Madero students performed skits regarding the negative impact of bullying. The pieces were created through class compositions, poetry, and open circle discussions. Other issues touched upon in the performance included the importance of voting, the DREAM Act, lack of communication among parents and their kids, environmental justice, and immigration... get involved this summer!

LP Board of Directors' member Oscar Chacon on WBEZ's Worldview to discuss migrant workers' rights

Oscar Chacon, the Executive Director of NALACC and a member of Latinos Progresando's Board of Directors, recently appeared on WBEZ to discuss the rights of migrant workers who cross the southern border... read or listen to the full story