The purpose of National Latina Day is to inspire Latinas to build positive networks, embrace their narratives, and uplift one another. It also shines a spotlight on the women who […]
Category: Statements
2024 May Revise Statement
On May 10, Governor Gavin Newsom released the May Revision to his proposed 2024-25 California state budget. Despite community efforts and advocacy from across the state, the Governor proposes a […]
Honoring Cesar Chavez
Today, we pay homage to the legacy of Cesar Chavez, a labor leader who had a lifelong commitment to social justice and dignity of essential workers. Chavez’s unwavering activism not […]
SELA Votes! Stands in Solidarity with the Community and Advocates for Change
The SELA Votes! initiative, in solidarity with our community, expresses deep concerns about the recent shooting in Southeast Los Angeles. First, our hearts go out to the affected families and […]
Community leaders call on Governor Newsom to deliver on internet access to cities and communities in most need.
Southeast and South LA communities cannot be asked to wait for a digital lifeline. South Gate, California: For over two years, community-based organizations and nonprofit leaders have been uplifting the inequity that […]
ABC’s Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in Affirmative Action Cases
Today’s Supreme Court ruling on Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. University of North Carolina (UNC) and Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College to […]
2023 May Revise Analysis
Governor Gavin Newsom released the May Revision to his proposed 2023-24 California state budget. The proposal estimated a $31 billion shortfall and although the state shows signs of being equipped […]
Latino/a Heritage Month, The Next Generation
As Latino/a Heritage Month comes to a close and we reflect on the celebrations of our histories, cultures, and contributions of Latino/as, we consider the importance of recognizing the progress […]
How is California’s Revised Budget leading to an Equitable Recovery for Latinos?
As the revised budget brings an expected revenue increase of $40 billion for California, we remain hopeful in addressing the devastating impact of this past year. The unprecedented resources to meet the unprecedented need are here and we continue to uplift investments that will lead to an equitable recovery from the pandemic because one thing continues to be true: if we don’t see change for the Latino population we risk the future of our entire state.
California’s 2021-22 Proposed Budget: ABC Response
As we approach the year mark for California’s first shelter in place order, we turn to the Governor’s proposed budget for indicators on how California is striving for an equitable recovery from the pandemic. Read our recent piece analyzing the budget in regards to education, COVID-19 response, immigration and childcare, and how they relate to Latinos in Los Angeles and California.