National Council of La Raza

Advocacy & Empowerment

Consistent with its mission to improve opportunities and open doors for Hispanic Americans, NCLR believes that advocacy, civic engagement, and community-based support are essential parts of any community-empowerment strategy. Thus, the organization concentrates on advocacy activities at state and local levels through its State and Local Advocacy Initiatives. In addition,…

Children and Youth

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Civil Rights and Justice

Discrimination severely limits the economic and social opportunities available to Hispanic Americans. NCLR conducts policy analysis and advocacy activities in the civil rights arena in order to promote and protect equality of opportunity in voting, justice issues, education, employment, housing, and health care for all Americans....

Wealth-Building

NCLR’s Housing and Community Development component and Wealth-Building Policy Project seek to strengthen Latino communities by preserving and increasing their wealth. Latino families own just nine cents for every dollar owned by White families, a figure known as the racial wealth gap. For this reason, NCLR is devoted to helping…

Economy and Workforce

NCLR’s strategic program initiatives and policy recommendations aim to enhance and promote employment and economic opportunities of Latinos....

Education

NCLR addresses the issue of education through a complementary, two-part approach. NCLR’s education program services and activities are targeted to nearly 300 affiliated organizations while its education policy work addresses national issues in public education....

Health and Nutrition

NCLR develops and implements health education and prevention programs and conducts health advocacy activities in partnership with its Affiliate network to protect the health and well-being of the Latino community....

Immigration

NCLR conducts immigration policy analyses and advocacy activities in its role as a civil rights organization. The primary focus of these activities is to encourage immigration policies that are fair and nondiscriminatory, to encourage family reunification, and to enact necessary reforms to the current immigration system....

Research

The primary aim of research at NCLR is to compile an accurate picture of the Latino population in order to build a comprehensive body of knowledge and identify solutions to the many challenges facing our growing community. Over the past two decades, NCLR's Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation has…

NCLR Annual Conference

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NCLR Capital Awards

The NCLR Capital Awards is the only Hispanic event that recognizes members of Congress from both sides of the aisle for their outstanding support of public policies that are vital to Hispanic Americans. In addition, the Public Service Award honors others outside of Washington who courageously and tirelessly advocate on behalf of the Latino community....

National Advocacy Days

Give voice to Latino priorities! The NCLR National Latino Advocacy Days are an opportunity for you to work with other Latino community-based organizations in holding your elected officials accountable for and responsive to the needs of Latino communities and all Americans. ...

NCLR ALMA Awards

The NCLR ALMA Awards honors outstanding Latino artistic achievement in television, film, and music and the enhancement of the Latino image in the entertainment industry. The show has established a following around the country and has made inroads for Latinos in Hollywood both in front of and behind the camera. ...

Affiliate Network

The NCLR Affiliate Network has grown to nearly 300 community-based organizations. Their services are diverse and include charter schools, after-school programs, job readiness and training, English language preparation, homeownership counseling, health centers, and community activities centers, to name a few. In total these organizations provide services to millions Hispanic Americans....

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Thank you for your interest in becoming an Affiliate of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the U.S. For information regarding eligibility criteria for affiliation and benefits of joining the network, click here. If you would like to receive…

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Join the NCLR Action Network and make your voice heard! The NCLR Action Network is free and will help you contact your members of Congress and other powerful leaders on important issues affecting the Latino community. You will also receive invitations to host local events in your area, join national…

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By joining NCLR you are saying that you want to make an impact on the lives of Hispanic Americans. NCLR strives to reshape the future that lies ahead for the Hispanic community by improving access to education, health care, financial independence, and homeownership. Why not help make that impact?...

Why Give?

As the Latino population grows, NCLR must grow its programs and services. Throughout the country, the need for resources has soared, especially within Latino communities. Countless families, workers, and retirees struggle to secure their financial footing and family’s well-being. NCLR’s has a long track record of fiscal responsibility and a…

Individual Donors

A Gift to NCLR Is a Sound Investment in the Future of America’s Hispanic Families For over 40 years, NCLR has worked to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans. NCLR understands that although the Hispanic community is growing rapidly in size, visibility, and influence, it continues to face challenges. Compared to…

Corporate Champions

Corporate America has long understood the significance of the economic and societal impact of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing minority groups. Since its founding in 1968, NCLR has worked closely with major corporations to promote initiatives that strengthen the Hispanic community and ensure the well-being and future prosperity of America.…