La Liga: Weekly Newsletter
April 28, 2020

Issue No. 11
LULAC.org

Hello,

Today we shine the spotlight on our LULAC Relief Project being released this Thursday. Let’s explore the importance of Latino inclusion in health research through a Tweetchat. Join us for a Town Hall with Univision and take the challenge to share Ayuda En Español.

Here’s what to check out in this issue:

1. Council Re-Charter & Application Deadline: See “LULAC in Action”
2. New Grow with Google workshop: See “Empower Through Access”
3. Elections in Ohio, Guam and Kansas: See “In Latino News”

By Diego Tum-Monge

JUMP AHEAD

• LULAC In Action
• Empower Through Access
• In Latino News
• Highlights At Hand

LULAC Relief Project: Our Power in Mobilizing Together

OPENING: Thursday, April 30 5:30 PM EST

Latino communities across the U.S. and Puerto Rico are being hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now is the time when we must work together to lend a helping hand for all persons impacted by the coronavirus. We each have a part in providing impactful solutions and direct assistance, from corporate partners to community groups and organizations.

In turn, LULAC is eager to launch a new initiative this Thursday that will advance the local efforts of our councils across the country as well as help individuals seeking assistance. You have taken the steps to mobilize in your respective communities. We see what you do and we want to help.

LULAC is encouraging councils to use the funds for local initiatives including hunger relief, technology, mobility/transportation, mental health, mentoring and educational assistance. Also, individuals who are seeking assistance can find additional information on how to apply for a stipend. Starting Thursday, April 30th at 5:30 PM EST, you may refer to our LULAC@Home website for further info on the micro-stipends and individual assistance, its criteria, and the application process.

We invite you to contribute to the amazing work of our members on the ground by donating to our COVID-19 Relief Fund.

We Remember an “El Paso Warrior,” Memo

LULAC is deeply saddened by the passing of Guillermo "Memo" Garcia, who was the last remaining patient and now the 23rd victim of the El Paso Shooting on August 3, 2019. That day, Garcia and his family were in the parking lot of the Cielo Vista Walmart, fundraising for his daughter's soccer team. In a story from KVIA, Garcia’s wife, Jessica Garcia, is quoted for her words of strength as she pays homage to her late husband. Jessica Garcia had joined LULAC at the “March for a United America” rally in El Paso to denounce racial hatred.

Join us on Twitter for #SaludTues!

TODAY: 1 p.m. ET (12 p.m. CT)

Let’s use #SaludTues to discuss how to ensure diversity and inclusion of underserved communities in the field of research even as we probe for answers from the COVID-19 pandemic!

LULAC will participate in this chat hosted by Salud America on Twitter using the hashtag #SaludTues with partners including UnidosUS, ACCESS, Black Women’s Health Imperative and Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum.

Together we will explore the state of Latino inclusion in research studies, the challenges Latino families experience in participating, and ways you can improve Latino engagement. Visit Salud America’s event announcement for more information.

Univision & LULAC Town Hall

Thursday, April 30; 5:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. CT)

Join us to learn how the recent CARES Act stimulus package affects your pocketbook and about resources for the undocumented immigrant community. Experts will discuss how unemployment benefits work, what kind of cash rebates we can expect, and how we can manage debt during this crisis. The event will be in Spanish. Register to participate or send a question to the panelists.

Moderator:

• Teresa Rodríguez, Anchor, Aquí y Ahora, Univision

Welcome:

• Domingo Garcia, LULAC National President
• Sindy Benavides, LULAC National CEO

Panelists:

• Marielena Hincapié, Executive Director, NILC
• Aracely Panameño, Director for Latino Affairs, Center for Responsible Lending
• Cristina Martin Firvida, Vice President, Financial Security and Consumer Affairs, AARP

--- Comparte esta información en Español ---

Acompáñenos para conocer cómo el reciente estímulo financiero del Congreso afecta su bolsillo y sobre recursos para la comunidad inmigrante indocumentada. Nuestros expertos analizarán cómo funcionan los beneficios de desempleo, qué tipo de descuentos en efectivo puede esperar y cómo podemos manejar asuntos de deuda y crédito durante esta crisis. El evento será transmitido en español. Regístrese para participar o hacer una pregunta a los panelistas.

Descarga nuestro volante aquí.

Día: Jueves 30 de abril de 2020

Hora: 5:30 PM EST / 4:30 PM CST

Moderadora:

• Teresa Rodríguez, Presentadora, Aquí y Ahora, Univision

Bienvenida:

• Domingo Garcia, Presidente Nacional, LULAC
• Sindy Benavides, Directora Ejecutiva Nacional, LULAC

Panelistas:

• Marielena Hincapié, Directora Ejecutiva, National Immigration Law Center (NILC)
• Aracely Panameño, Directora de Asuntos Latinos, Center for Responsible Lending
• Cristina Martin Firvida, Vice Presidenta, Asuntos Gubernamentales, AARP

Follow LULAC on social media and never miss our notifications for live events!

LULAC Council Re-Charter & Application Deadline

Must be POSTMARKED by Thursday, April 30

LULAC Members and Councils, this is a reminder that re-charter applications and materials are due at the end of this month. We are proud of our members’ dedication and strong commitment to the League. We look forward to continuing to work together to protect and defend our community.

See LULAC.org/members/forms for more info. For questions, contact Lupe Morales, Director of Membership Services: LULAC.org/about/contact_lupe.

You can download an application for a NEW LULAC Charter on our website and mail it to Membership Services. You can also support our work by becoming an Associate Member (non-voting) or a Lifetime Member.

Submit your local event or stay up-to-date with our LULAC Calendar.

Ayuda En Español

Take the challenge!

In partnership with Hornitos Tequila, LULAC has developed Ayuda en Español, a one-stop online resource kit and social media effort designed to make crucial information accessible to Spanish speakers in our communities during the current health crisis. Our goal is to empower our LULAC Councils with this tool to be able to access and share information for our families on the ground.

A range of templates makes it easy to navigate and seek assistance in an array of essential topics: Unemployment benefits, Social Security, Price Spiking, Access to Health Care, Housing, Healthcare for Uninsured Persons, Help for Incarcerated Individuals, Domestic Violence, Safety and Well-Being, and Immigration Issues. Visit LULAC.org/ayudaenespanol for more information and to download the kit.

We are excited to present Ayuda en Español with the support of some of the most well-known and beloved Latino names in entertainment. These include: Danny Trejo, Eva Longoria, Melissa Fumero, Emilio Rivera, Amaury Nolasco, Jason Canela, Maria Celeste and Chikybombom ‘La Pantera’. We encourage everyone to get involved and share it on social media!

Here’s a sample you can use:

#AyudaEnEpanol is for ___. Join us: write or share why #AyudaEnEspañol is important, snap a photo, and tag at least 3 people to join. I challenge @___, @___, and @___. LULAC.org/AyudaEnEspanol

Grow With Google: YouTube

TOMORROW: April 29; 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT)

LULAC Familia! Have you been to a Grow With Google workshop yet? Take the chance to join our next session tomorrow hosted by our very own program coordinator, Alberto Vargas! This week, Alberto will focus on how you can digitally grow your business using YouTube. RSVP today so you can receive the event link.

Crecer Con Google: Google Calendar y Gmail

Lunes, 4 de mayo; 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT)

En aproximadamente una semana nuestro coordinador de programas, Alberto Vargas tendra una presentacion en como usar su calendario electrónico y correo electrónico de Google para sus actividades diarias. No se lo pierdan! Registrese hoy!

Support these programs and others by donating today!

Upcoming Elections

Many states have taken measures to protect citizens from exposure during the COVID-19 outbreak. However, we encourages you to do your civic duty and safely vote. Here are the latest updates and related information about elections:

Ohio Primaries

It’s election day in Ohio! General registered voters had the option to mail in their ballots yesterday. Now, disabled voters and people without a permanent address are allowed to vote in person at their local election board where they can be accommodated safely. See the State Secretary’s answers to frequently asked questions for more information.

Guam Caucuses

Saturday, May 2. Guam will hold its caucuses as usual.

Kansas Primaries

Saturday, May 2. Mail-in ballots must be received by this day. The Democratic primary process started on March 30 and has moved entirely to the mail.

Up Next… Nebraska (May 12), Oregon (May 18), Hawaii (May 22)

News and Updates

'The food chain is breaking': Food processor warns of shortages and waste if plants are forced to close

Monday, April 27—KETV reported: “‘Nobody is for shutting down the plants, but the companies are shutting down because of the outbreaks,’ said the League of United Latin American Citizens Midwest vice-president, Joe Henry.

Coronavirus exposes scars of Great Recession

Sunday, April 26—The Hill addressed the connection between the Great Recession of 2008 and the inequalities faced by underserved communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Poll: A Third of U.S. Latino Households Experienced Job Loss Due to Coronavirus

Sunday, April 26—San Antonio Current provided data from a recent national poll where “35% of Latino households already experienced a job loss during the coronavirus crisis, while 65% reported having a hard time buying or finding necessities such as food, household supplies or medicine.”

Meet These Successful, Undocumented, Latina Entrepreneurs

Saturday, April 25—Latin Post shared “the success stories of three Latinas who thrive to achieve their dreams in life.” Read all about it and we hope it serves as a point of inspiration representing our community’s resilience.

Families waiting to legally bring relatives to U.S. anxious following immigration stop

Thursday, April 23—KSAT reported on President Trump’s executive order signed last week that stopped some immigration to the U.S. in “an effort to protect American workers.”

Trump coronavirus response feeds distrust in black and Latino communities

Tuesday, April 21—Politico stated: “The historic distrust among Latinos and African Americans [in the healthcare system] is affecting willingness to seek treatment as coronavirus spreads.”

Local Council Spotlights

Austin District 12 LULAC

Sunday, April 26—Austin’s District 12 LULAC Council #22325 condemned the shooting of a 42-year-old man and is calling for an independent investigation.

San Benito County LULAC

Friday, April 24—San Benito County LULAC Council #2890 published a piece in the local news (BenitoLink) about the threat facing the farmworker community and their efforts in establishing the Farmworker Task Force.

Ventura County District 17 LULAC

Friday, April 24—VC Star stated: “[Ventura County LULAC Councils] are concerned about impacts to the Latino and farm worker community who may not have the media exposure to protect, not only themselves, but also the broader community that they encounter at essential businesses.”

R.I.P.: Alex R. González

(June 17, 1932 - April 21, 2020)—Gonzalez actively served as a civil rights advocate in the G.I. Forum and [LULAC] after graduating from college.

LULAC in the News

Latino Businesses Not Receiving 'Fair Share' Of Federal Relief, Say Advocates
Saturday, April 25—KERA News

Few Hispanic business owners got coronavirus relief loans, Latino survey finds
Friday, April 24—NBC News

Accurate Information Is Crucial Now More Than Ever And This Organization Is Making It Available En Español For Our Family Members
Monday, April 20—Mitu Inc.

Our Press Releases

*Selected highlights from the week

LULAC and U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Launch Campaign to Save Latino Businesses
Thursday, April 23

LULAC Condemns Congress’ Failure To Provide Targeted Support To Communities Of Color In Latest Stimulus Package
Wednesday, April 22

LULAC Urges Illinois Governor To Release Detained Minors At Chicago Facility
Wednesday, April 22

Let’s Save Latino Owned Businesses
Tuesday, April 21

LULAC Underscores White House Incompetence As Trump Plans To Suspend All Immigration
Tuesday, April 21

Read our latest press releases published at LULAC.org.

Do you have a special story? Connect with us via email!

Latino Discovery Hub
Look here to find new authors, stories, artists, podcasts, and social influencers who helped shape the identities, cultures, and thoughts of your fellow readers.

This week is about: MENTAL HEALTH

Alt.Latino’s “Songs Of Hope And Calm”

“Alt.Latino put out a call for the songs that you are turning to and the response was moving. The wide variety of genres and styles reflect a group of listeners with a vast appreciation of music of all kinds.”

NAMI COVID-19 Información y Recursos

PR Newswire: “This guide addresses frequently asked questions and lists resources available. [This includes a] variety of topics related to mental health and COVID-19, including managing anxiety, finding online communities, getting affordable services, and more.” Read more about NAMI’s efforts.

Next week is about ways we connect. Share your ideas via email!

Engage with us online.

Use @LULAC and #LULAC for a chance to be in the next issue of La Liga!

That’s it for now. See you again next week with La Liga.

WHAT’S NEXT?

• Are you a small business owner? Join us in supporting small businesses so they can get the support they need.
• We hope you can follow or look back at our Tweetchat today on Twitter.
• Look ahead: Thursday is a big day! We are releasing our new LULAC Relief initiative at the Univision/LULAC Town Hall.

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