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LULAC: Latin American Coalition Unveils New Technology Center in Charlotte to Increase Digital Literacy Among Hispanics

Tomas — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:03:36 +0000

In response to the imperative need to help advance broadband access and literacy among the Hispanic community, Time Warner Cable (TWC) and the League of United Latin American Citizens have partnered to activate the “Empower Hispanic America Technology Center” at the Latin American Coalition (the Coalition) in Charlotte.

The Latin American Coalition will host a dedication ceremony for the new technology center on Thursday, February 24 from 10:00am to noon at its building located at 4938 Central Avenue in East Charlotte. Latin American Coalition Executive Director Jess George will be joined by Carol Hevey, East Region Executive Vice President, Time Warner Cable, Brent Wilkes, National Executive Director, LULAC, Jennifer Roberts, Chairperson, Mecklenburg County Commission, and other Hispanic community leaders.

The new technology center, which includes 10 computers and other peripheral equipment, will provide Coalition visitors with complimentary access to Time Warner Cable’s Business Class high speed Internet service and strengthen existing classes that will help Hispanics develop computer skills necessary to research career options. Additionally, the tech center will complement the Coalition’s efforts to empower Latinos with educational opportunities such as financial literacy, English language classes and online citizenship curriculum in order to compete and succeed in the workforce.

Made possible by a $200,000 grant from Time Warner Cable, the Empower Hispanic America Technology Center in Charlotte is one of five created through the Time Warner Cable and LULAC partnership. Tech centers have also been sponsored in San Antonio, Texas; Kansas City, Missouri; Waukesha, Wisconsin; and Cincinnati, Ohio. Time Warner Cable and LULAC plan to provide free Internet access to another 13 technology sites throughout the United States in 2011. Latin American Coalition is a participating member of LULAC’s broadband adoption initiative, Empower Hispanic America with Technology which consists of a network of 60 community technology centers in 27 states.

About the Latin American Coalition
The mission of the Latin American Coalition is to promote full Hispanic participation in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region by informing, educating and advocating for the Latin American community. We envision a diverse and vibrant community that embraces, supports and respects people of all cultures and backgrounds. Twenty years after its inception, the Latin American Coalition is proud to be Charlotte’s oldest and largest Hispanic service agency.

About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens, the largest and oldest Hispanic membership organization in the country, advances the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, housing, health and civil rights of Hispanic Americans through community-based programs operating through 880 LULAC councils nationwide. More information about LULAC can be found at www.LULAC.org

About Time Warner Cable
Time Warner Cable’s East Region provides technologically advanced video, Internet and telephone services to more than 5.9 million residential and business customers. Time Warner Cable’s East Region serves more than 1,300 cities in nine states, including Alabama, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The East Region has more than 17,000 employees focused on delivering the company’s mission every day by connecting people and businesses with information, entertainment and each other.
Time Warner Cable is the second-largest cable operator in the U.S., with well-clustered systems located mainly in five geographic areas — New York State (including New York City), the Carolinas, Ohio, southern California (including Los Angeles) and Texas. Time Warner Cable serves more than 14 million customers who subscribe to one or more of its video, high-speed data and voice services. Time Warner Cable Business Class offers a suite of phone, Internet, Ethernet and cable television services to businesses of all sizes. Time Warner Cable Media, the advertising arm of Time Warner Cable, offers national, regional and local companies innovative advertising solutions that are targeted and affordable. More information about the services of Time Warner Cable is available at www.timewarnercable.com, www.twcbc.com and www.twcmedia.com. Curated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino Redefined. Empower Yourself!

After heated debate, a majority of Mecklenburg County commissioners blocked a proposal Tuesday night to seek federal advice on how the county might report undocumented families of U.S.-born children who receive welfare benefits. – North Carolina

Tomas — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 23:02:46 +0000

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Former Mecklenburg County commissioner Dan Ramirez said he plans to make another run for the county board.

Tomas — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:06:48 +0000

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State and local leaders on Monday defended a $40 million federal program used by Mecklenburg County that identifies jailed illegal immigrants – after a congressional report criticized it for targeting minor offenders instead of serious criminals. – North Carolina

Tomas — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 12:28:19 +0000

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Viva Carolina Charlotte Edition Releases November Issue

Tomas — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:27:49 +0000

"Juan Pablo Giometti, executive editor of Viva Carolina, a multimedia Latino network in the Carolinas, announces the availability of Viva Carolina Charlotte Edition November issue. A monthly magazine for the Latino community, the bilingual publication is a comprehensive resource for individuals, families and organizations who need vital information in a flash. Aside from local news and events, it also includes articles on healthcare, education and social activities. The publication is distributed to more than 200 locations in Mecklenburg County, as well as neighboring counties including Union, Gaston, York and Lancaster.

This month’s issue features the winners from the recent elections including Governor, Bev Perdue, Mecklenburg County Commissioner, Jennifer Roberts, and North Carolina Supreme Court Justice, Robert Edmunds. Watch out for the December issue which will include an interview with Tony Zeiss, President of Central Piedmont Community College.

News Facts:
Juan Pablo Giometti, publisher of Viva Carolina, announces the availability of Viva Carolina Charlotte Edition, November issue.
This month’s issue features the winners from the recent elections including Governor, Bev Perdue, Mecklenburg County Commissioner, Jennifer Roberts, and North Carolina Supreme Court Justice, Robert Edmunds. Watch out for the December issue which will include an interview with Tony Zeiss, President of Central Piedmont Community College. The publication is freely distributed in more than 200 locations in Mecklenburg County, as well as neighboring counties including Union, Gaston, York and Lancaster.

Quotes:
“We are proud to bring the November issue to the Charlotte Metro Area. It will include a comprehensive interview with Jennifer Roberts and North Carolina Supreme Court Justice. I am sure our readers will enjoy all the articles.” said Giometti.

About Viva Carolina:
Viva Carolina is a multimedia Latino network in the Carolinas providing local news and events, along with information about healthcare, education and social activities via print and online media. For more information about Viva Carolina, visit www.vivacarolina.com. The website features interviews, forums, local news and events across the Carolinas, and much more!

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Studies say North Carolina businesses are not meeting needs of Hispanic, black customers. – “There is literally millions of dollars in African American and Hispanic purchasing power that is leaking out of this very county,” Johnson said. “If you could find a way to meet the need of these consumers, imagine what it could do for Mecklenburg County’s economy and its people.”

Tomas — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:22:07 +0000

"North Carolina businesses are missing out on billions in revenue from minority customers, according to a set of studies presented to a Charlotte Chamber audience Wednesday.

James Johnson, the studies' co-author and an entrepreneurship professor at UNC Chapel Hill, told a crowd of about 100 people that state and local businesses are not meeting the needs of the state's Hispanic and black consumers, who spent $1.1 billion and $5.2 billion respectively in other states instead of in North Carolina in 2004."

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Ramirez criticizes comments – Fellow Republican Bill James has insulted all immigrants, he says – Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

Tomas — Thu, 22 May 2008 14:34:06 +0000

"Mecklenburg County commissioner Dan Ramirez said he promised voters he wouldn't use his elected position to discuss personal issues.

But he broke from that stance this week to publicly criticize fellow Republican Bill James for comments made last month in which James compared illegal immigrants to prostitutes and drug dealers.

Ramirez said James managed to insult the entire immigrant community, including those in the country legally."

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Mecklenburg County Commissioner Bill James’ Controversial Comments Stir Up Latino Community – “Illegal immigrants do pay taxes..so do prostitutes and drug dealers.” – North Carolina

Tomas — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:55:11 +0000

"A Mecklenburg County commissioner issues some strong statements about illegal immigrants.

Tonight, some in the Latino community say he has gone too far.

Mecklenburg County Commissioner Bill James says he's not backing down after what he said about immigrants last week."

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Jail won’t let (undocumented) mother pump milk – Pastor says inmate’s baby spits up formula and cries constantly || Madre encarcelada prohibida de extraer leche para su bebé – Mujer de Brasil acusada de robo, violación de inmigración – North Carolina

Tomas — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:41:48 +0000

"A Brazilian woman, held in the Mecklenburg County jail since Friday on an immigration violation, is not being allowed to provide breast milk for her son, who is less than 2 months old.

Ezequiel Oliveira, who is helping care for the woman's two children, said he spent hours at the jail Monday trying to get a breast pump to 29-year-old Danielle Ferreira. He said Ferreira's baby, Samuel, is crying incessantly and keeps spitting up baby formula.

"We give him formula and put in the pacifier but he is crying day and night, day and night, all the time," Oliveira said."

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Demand For Bilingual Officers Growing In Charlotte – Charlotte

Tomas — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:58:49 +0000

"With Mecklenburg County, N.C., continuing to see an Hispanic population growth, CMPD officers say there's a need for even more bilingual officers. "We do need a lot more," said Officer Rafael Hernandez Saturday while patrolling a lowrider car show at the Metrolina Expo on Statesville Road. Hernandez estimates there are about 30 Spanish-speaking officers on the force. He said bilingual officers are especially important at predominantly latino events like Saturday's car show."

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