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A message from League of United Latin American Citizens



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LULAC UNVEILS PLANS FOR HISTORIC 2024 NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE AND AWARDS
GALA
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Nation's Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Celebrates 95 Years
of Action for Social Justice

Washington, DC - The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), founded in
1929, proudly announces its plans for the historic 2024 National Legislative
Conference and Awards Gala, marking 95 years of unwavering dedication to social
justice. The signature event will be hosted at the prestigious Mayflower Hotel on
February 14-15, 2024.

Domingo Garcia, LULAC National President, expressed the significance of this
milestone: "We are extremely excited and looking forward to this milestone, which
precedes our Centennial as the nation's preeminent Latino civil rights
organization. What better way to mark the occasion than to celebrate the very
aspect of LULAC, which has made us the most powerful voice for Latinos in the
United States and Puerto Rico. Action defines who we are and what we do daily for
the millions of Latinos who depend on us for advocacy."

The 2024 conference will spotlight critical issues, emphasizing LULAC's
commitment to voter rights, repatriation of deported veterans, and ensuring
equity and equality for Latinos in employment, education, healthcare, and
housing. Garcia underscored the importance of LULAC's presence in the nation's
capital during this pivotal election year, stating, "Especially during this
all-important election year of the US president, LULAC's presence is important in
our nation's capital. Also, we wish to recognize and honor those outstanding
elected officials who advocate on our behalf in Congress and public policy
institutions."

LULAC's rich history is marked by transformative milestones in pursuing justice.
In 1945, a California LULAC Council successfully sued to integrate the Orange
County School System, challenging the segregation of Mexican children. Another
landmark case, Hernandez vs. the State of Texas, was brought forth in 1954,
highlighting the unconstitutional exclusion of Mexican Americans from jury duty.
Since then, LULAC has been a stalwart advocate for political participation and
equal educational opportunities for all Hispanics.

The organization remains at the forefront of civic engagement, with LULAC
councils nationwide conducting voter registration drives, citizenship awareness
sessions, health fairs, and tutorial programs. The LULAC National Scholarship
Fund, in collaboration with LNESC (LULAC National Educational Service Centers),
has provided crucial support to nearly 10 percent of the 1.1 million Hispanic
students who have pursued higher education.

Addressing the rise in xenophobia and anti-Hispanic sentiment, LULAC councils
have organized seminars and public symposiums on language and immigration issues.
Moreover, the organization has used various media platforms to protest against
the "English Only" movement, advocating against limiting the use of minority
languages.

As LULAC approaches its Centennial, the 2024 National Legislative Conference and
Awards Gala symbolizes not just a celebration of the organization's rich legacy
but a reaffirmation of its commitment to advancing the rights and opportunities
of Latinos across the United States and Puerto Rico.


Contact: David Cruz - (818) 689-9991 Mobile
[email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ]

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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and
oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans
and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 1,000
councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and
advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of
today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .















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