National Latino Climate Leadership Forum Recommendations Report

This report captures the information shared during The National Latino Climate Leadership forum for Latino leaders, including the outputs from structured and collaborative working sessions. The report provides specific, prioritized, and actionable recommendations for new initiatives and collaborations that put Latinos at the forefront of climate solutions.
Report summary: Latino Communities Want to Take Action on Climate Change

Author(s) : The National Latino Climate Leadership Forum Steering Committee

Latinx Health Equity in California: Facing Disparities and Building for the Future

From the authors: This report is intended to inform funders about the obstacles to achieving Latinx health equity in California, as well as promising practices for change—with the ultimate goal of increasing philanthropic support for Latino-serving organizations advancing health equity in California and across the Americas.
Author(s) : Hispanics in Philanthropy and the University of California – San Francisco

Why do the state’s biggest nonprofits struggle when it comes to Hispanic representation?

From the author: Boards influence powerful institutions, such as shaping their culture and their commitment. A board that does not look like its community is not likely to understand that community’s needs. Not enough Hispanics have reached positions of power and have yet to serve as role models for others in their communities.. In 25 years, Hispanics are projected by demographers toreach nearly 50 percent. And yet the power of Hispanics has long lagged behind that of other minorities.

Author(s) : Mini Swartz