http://www.hispanictips.com Hispanic & Latino News Redefined - Empowering & Engaging Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:56:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/02/15/a-group-of-hispanic-families-that-settled-in-southern-colorado-in-the-1800s-lived-in-such-harmony-with-nature-that-their-lifestyle-can-teach-us-some-important-environmental-lessons-today-according-to/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/02/15/a-group-of-hispanic-families-that-settled-in-southern-colorado-in-the-1800s-lived-in-such-harmony-with-nature-that-their-lifestyle-can-teach-us-some-important-environmental-lessons-today-according-to/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:24:29 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=174480 HispanicTips :: The Premier Hispanic & Latino News Service.]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2012/02/15/a-group-of-hispanic-families-that-settled-in-southern-colorado-in-the-1800s-lived-in-such-harmony-with-nature-that-their-lifestyle-can-teach-us-some-important-environmental-lessons-today-according-to/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/17/hispanic-journalists-to-open-convention-fighting-hate-speech-against-latinos-with-accurate-news-coverage/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/17/hispanic-journalists-to-open-convention-fighting-hate-speech-against-latinos-with-accurate-news-coverage/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:14:33 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=88429 From fiery rhetoric about Arizona's controversial new immigration law to the racially-motivated murders of Hispanics in Pennsylvania and Long Island, New York, there are increased attacks on Latinos on all fronts.

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists is bringing together a dynamic group of community leaders and journalists to address the need for accurate and fair news coverage of Latinos during its 28th Annual Multimedia Convention & Career Expo in Denver next week.

The 2010 Opening Plenary/Town Hall, titled: Latinos, the Newest Demons? The Need for Accurate News Coverage to Abate the Hate is open to the public and Latino community leaders throughout Colorado are being invited to attend.

The panel, comprised of community and news leaders, will examine how misperceptions about Latinos have led to a climate of discrimination and violence; and the need for the community to have an active voice, and for journalists to lead strong, accurate coverage.

The session will be moderated by Tina Griego, a columnist at The Denver Post. Panelists include (more panelists to come):

* Polly Baca, the first Latina to be elected to the Colorado State Senate. She was also the executive director of the Latin American Research and Service Agency (LARASA), which documents trends and issues affecting Hispanics in Colorado.
* Richard Lamm, former three-time governor of Colorado. Lamm is now the co-director of the Institute for Public Policy at the University of Denver. Lamm, who was a Democratic governor, has taken a hard line against immigration and raised concerns about diversity, multiculturalism and the country's rapid demographic changes in past speeches and proposals.
* Amber Tafoya, attorney and Democratic candidate for District 4 of the Colorado State House of Representatives and a former Public Policy Director for the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition.

What: 2010 Opening Plenary/Town Hall: Latinos, the Newest Demons? The
Need for Accurate News Coverage to Abate the Hate

When: Wednesday, June 23, 2010
6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Where: Colorado Convention Center
Korbel Ballroom 1
700 14th Street
Denver, CO


Sponsored by:

The Denver Post
www.denverpost.com

There will also be discussion of the national Parity Project survey to be launched later this year which will seek input from Latino community leaders nationwide. This new phase of NAHJ's Parity Project calls for assessing how many of the nation's Latinos use, view and participate in news media.

This national survey is being funded by the McCormick Foundation, which is also the major funder of the Parity Project.

Founded in 1984, NAHJ's mission is to increase the percentage of Latinos working in our nation's newsrooms and to improve news coverage of the Latino community. NAHJ is the nation's largest professional organization for Latino journalists with more than 1,200 members working in English and Spanish-language print, photo, broadcast and online media. NAHJ is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.nahj.org.

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists logo is available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=7410


CONTACT: National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Media Contact:
Kevin Olivas, NAHJ Parity Project Director
202.662.7168
kolivas@nahj.org Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/06/17/hispanic-journalists-to-open-convention-fighting-hate-speech-against-latinos-with-accurate-news-coverage/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/09/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-azteca-america-and-icfj-discuss-challenges-to-latino-community-at-national-press-club-in-washington-dc-presentation-of-white-paper-the-state-of-latinos-ce/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/09/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-azteca-america-and-icfj-discuss-challenges-to-latino-community-at-national-press-club-in-washington-dc-presentation-of-white-paper-the-state-of-latinos-ce/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:59:48 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=56179 "Grupo Salinas, Fundacion Azteca America and the International Center for Journalists presented yesterday a high-level panel discussion about the challenges that face the Latino community, including the importance of participation in the 2010 Census and the passage of a successful Immigration Reform Bill.

The white paper presented by University of Denver professor Debora Ortega, in conjunction with Grupo Salinas and Fundacion Azteca America, made a series of recommendations, including the suspension of immigration raids during the summer months of 2010, when enumerators canvass neighborhoods for follow-ups to census questionnaires. The report also proposes coordinated informational programs on all four national Spanish-language television networks -- Azteca America, Univision, Telefutura and Telemundo -- to increase trust in the questionnaires and inform in a step-by-step manner how to properly fill out the forms. Finally, the report recommends continued hiring of culturally-relevant local workers at the U.S. Census.

"A complete census count is the single most important issue for our community," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Fundacion Azteca America and Azteca America Network. "As a critical step in our democratic process, we will continue to dispel any misconceptions about the process and encourage our community to be accurately counted."

The 2010 Census is an essential tool for distributing federal, state and local budgets. It is also fundamental for representative participation in the U.S. Congress.

The message on the census was echoed by many of the panelists during the event.

"Wherever we can, we should tell Latinos to participate (in the Census). This is a matter of civic participation," said former Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez. "Community groups, media and radio personalities that are vocal on all issues should be vocal about the Census."

"Our goal is to count everyone. And we count on our partners to fulfill this goal," said Marilia Matos, Associate Director for Field Operation of the U.S. Census Bureau.

On the issue of immigration reform, the panelists were optimistic that a working solution could be achieved soon, hopefully in the first half of next year.

"We have never had prosperity in this country without immigration," said Gutierrez.

Also present on the panel was Noticiero Azteca America correspondent Armando Guzman.

The complete white paper: The State of Latinos: Census 2010 can be reviewed at www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org, and the archived blog from the event is available at ijnet.org.

About Grupo Salinas

Grupo Salinas (www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance.

For more information, visit www.gruposalinas.com

About Fundacion Azteca America

Fundacion Azteca America is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for members of the Hispanic community residing in the United States. Fundacion Azteca America, Fundacion Azteca, Azteca America and TV Azteca are companies of Mexican conglomerate Grupo Salinas. For more information, visit www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org.

About Azteca America

Azteca America is the alternative choice in broadcast television for Spanish speaking families residing in the United States. As the fastest-growing Spanish-language network, Azteca America operates in 69 markets nationwide. Azteca America can also be seen on DIRECTV Mas Channel 441 AZA 441) and DISH Network Channel 825. Wholly owned by Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca, S.A. de C.V., Azteca America has access to the best programming from TV Azteca's three national networks, including a library with over 200,000 hours of original programming and news from local bureaus in 32 Mexican states. The network complements Mexican programming with an innovative line-up of shows from international producers and distributors to ensure the finest programming for Spanish-speaking viewers and unique advertising solutions for partners seeking to reach the most dynamic market in the country.

About The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ)

The ICFJ is a non-profit, professional organization that promotes quality journalism worldwide in the belief that independent, vigorous media are crucial in improving the human condition. Since 1984, ICFJ has worked directly with more than 50,000 journalists from 176 countries. For more information, visit www.icfj.org.

Grupo Salinas Press Contact:
Daniel McCosh
52 55 1720 0059
dmccosh@gruposalinas.com
" Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/09/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-azteca-america-and-icfj-discuss-challenges-to-latino-community-at-national-press-club-in-washington-dc-presentation-of-white-paper-the-state-of-latinos-ce/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/10/23/agenda-latina-2008-washington-to-air-on-azteca-america-sunday-october-26-at-4-pm-edt-3-pm-cdt-1-pm-pdt/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/10/23/agenda-latina-2008-washington-to-air-on-azteca-america-sunday-october-26-at-4-pm-edt-3-pm-cdt-1-pm-pdt/#comments Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:46:44 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/10/23/agenda-latina-2008-washington-to-air-on-azteca-america-sunday-october-26-at-4-pm-edt-3-pm-cdt-1-pm-pdt/ "Agenda Latina 2008, an issues forum sponsored by Grupo Salinas, Fundacion Azteca America and Azteca America will be broadcast nationally on Sunday, October 26 at 4 pm EDT/ 3 pm CDT and 1 pm PDT on Spanish-language broadcast television network Azteca America. The program will also be available as a simultaneous webcast at www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org.
The program features highlights of an event held on Capitol Hill last month to bring pressing Latino issues, such as education, the economy, healthcare, immigration and the Latino vote to the attention of policy makers and the presidential candidate teams.
The basis for the program is a white paper produced by the University of Denver Center for Community Engagement and Scholarship entitled "The State of Latinos 2008: Defining an Agenda for the Future." The findings have been presented to key members of Congress and local and national policy makers.
"Our commitment to this project is to present concrete proposals to policy makers throughout the country and follow through to make sure that campaign promises become reality for the Latino community," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Fundacion Azteca America.
The program is moderated by Noticiero Azteca America Washington Correspondent, and Issues: Caras and Voces host, Armando Guzman.
About Fundacion Azteca America
Fundacion Azteca America is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for members of the Hispanic community in the United States.
For more information, visit www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org. " HispanicTips is Essential Hispanic & Latino News & Information
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My readers say it best: "love it," "addictive,""useful," "great," & "invaluable." - View quotes & testimonials]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/10/23/agenda-latina-2008-washington-to-air-on-azteca-america-sunday-october-26-at-4-pm-edt-3-pm-cdt-1-pm-pdt/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/09/25/azteca-america-and-university-of-denver-latino-center-present-state-of-latinos-report-on-capitol-hill-to-obama-and-mccain-representatives-marketwatch/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/09/25/azteca-america-and-university-of-denver-latino-center-present-state-of-latinos-report-on-capitol-hill-to-obama-and-mccain-representatives-marketwatch/#comments Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:15:34 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/09/25/azteca-america-and-university-of-denver-latino-center-present-state-of-latinos-report-on-capitol-hill-to-obama-and-mccain-representatives-marketwatch/ "Azteca America, a Grupo Salinas Company, and the University of Denver Latino Center presented yesterday evening on Capitol Hill a report entitled "The State of Latinos 2008: Defining an Agenda for the Future."
The report calls for a presidential commission on Latino issues to increase Latino access to vital educational, health, economic and civic opportunities. The report also concludes that a lack of immigration reform widens disparities and limits the future progress of the Latino community and the nation.
Representing Senator McCain were California Senator Abel Maldonado and Marco Gonzales, a former aide to Senator Pete Domenici and private practice attorney. Also present was Leslie Sanchez, an independent Republican strategist.
Surrogates for Senator Obama were members of his National Latino Advisory Council Congressman Charlie Gonzalez (TX) and former Attorney General of New Mexico and current Chair of MALDEF Patricia Madrid, as well as Los Angeles City Council President and national co-chair of the Obama for President campaign Eric Garcetti.
During opening remarks, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair and Congressmember Joe Baca (CA) commended the State of Latinos project for uniting national Latino organizations, adding that only through unity will the community advance.
Azteca America and Fundacion Azteca America Chairman Luis J. Echarte pledge continued support for the Latino agenda recommendations, "We will concentrate on pushing the findings of this white paper to be put into action and to ensure that the promises made during the current political cycle become concrete policy."
Also in attendance were: Congressmember Grace Napolitano (CA) and Congressmember Raul Grijalva (AZ), Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo, Service Employees International Union Executive Vice President Eliseo Medina, NALEO Executive Director Arturo Vargas, LCLAA Executive Director Gabriela Lemus, Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute Executive Director Octavio Hinojosa, NDN Vice President Andres Ramirez, Republican National Hispanic Assembly Chairman Danny Vargas and Voto Latino Executive Director Maria Teresa Petersen, among other distinguished guests.
The report focuses on five issues of importance to the Latino community: education, health care, the economy, immigration and the Latino vote. Latinos face major challenges in gaining access to these important services. The report advocates collaboration among the nation's Latino organizations under the umbrella of a presidential commission as the most effective way to ensure change.
The topics covered are of vital importance to the nation as a whole. However, the efforts take on special significance due to the high and growing number of Latinos in U.S. public schools, and their overrepresentation in high school dropout rates. Cultural and communication barriers for public services such as health care are very costly to the nation in the near and long term. Although the state of the economy affects citizens across the nation, the predominance of the housing downturn among current economic woes is especially difficult for the Latino community, given its ties to the construction industry.
Full text of the report available at http://www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org or www.du.edu/newsroom/releases/media/agendalatina.pdf. " HispanicTips is Essential Hispanic & Latino News & Information
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