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Its Time to Change the Face of Homophobia |
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Homophobia has many faces, among them fear and ignorance. One of these faces could be yours, without even knowing it. And the results can be dangerous or even deadly for a family member, friend or coworker. Together we can defeat homophobia through open, respectful and hate-free dialogue. May 17th is the International Day against Homophobia. Join the fight and change the face of homophobia. Learn more here.
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Delta Air Lines Supports CREAR Futuros |
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ATLANTA and SAO PAULO, Brazil, April 12, 2013 — Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) announced its partnership with the Hispanic Federation, a nonprofit organization that provides grants to a network of Latino agencies serving over 2 million people in the Northeast. As part of a four-year initiative, Delta will be the official airline sponsor of the Hispanic Federation Annual Gala and will support the CREAR Futuros program, whose mission is to reduce college attrition and increase graduation rates in New York City.
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Senate Immigration Bill: What You Need to Know |
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The Hispanic Federation has completed an analysis of the Senate's 2013 Immigration Bill (S.744), comparing how the major provisions of this legislation address the Federation's previously published reform principles and priorities.
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Latino Leaders Welcome Senate Immigration Reform Bill New York, NY – On April 17, 2013, the Hispanic Federation and its vast network of community-based organizations welcomed the introduction of a bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform bill in the U.S. Senate. If enacted, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act would be the most complete overhaul of our nation’s immigration system in a generation. The legislation was authored by Senators Charles Schumer (D-NY), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), John McCain (R-AZ), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Jeff Flake (R-AZ).
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Policy Brief: Immigration Reform 2013 |
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The Hispanic Federation is pleased to share its latest Policy Brief on Immigration Reform, which outlines key principles needed to ensure that reform is just and workable for our community and nation.
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Phase 2: Energy Efficiancy Program for Small Businesses |
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$1.17 Million Energy-Savings Program for Northern Manhattan Small Businesses
NYS Senator Adriano Espaillat, Hispanic Federation & Con Edison Announced Energy Efficiency Program to Help Small Businesses Save Money Friday, March 15, 2013 – New York, NY –New York State Senator Adriano Espaillat joined the Hispanic Federation and Con Edison today to announce the second phase of the Washington Heights/Inwood Energy Efficiency Initiative, a project that will provide small business owners with the opportunity to upgrade equipment and save energy. A total of $1.17 million is available for this project. New York State Assemblywoman Gabriela Rosa and New York City Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez also showed their support for the initiative at the press conference.
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