2012 ANNUAL CONFERENCE AGENDA

POCKET AGENDA

Save the Date for the 2012 Fall Regional Meetings Texas: September 27–28, Austin, TX Northeast: October 5, New York, NY Far West: October 18–19, Salt Lake City, UT Midwest: October 18–19, Minneapolis, MN California: November 1–2, Bay Area Southeast: November 1–2, Nashville, TN

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LÍDERES AGENDA NATIONAL LATINO FAMILY EXPO® SPONSORS All events take place at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Convention Center.

20–23, 2013 JulyJuly 20-23, 2013

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Ernest N. Morial Convention Center NewOrleans, Orleans, LA. LA New

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SATURDAY, JULY 7 8:30–9:00 a.m.

Coffee Starter Sponsored by Starbucks Coffee Company Breakers Registration Foyer

8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Lead Sponsor, Bank of America (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates) Reef CF

9:00–10:30 a.m.

WORKSHOPS

A Home to Come Back To: Ending Homelessness among Veterans

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President Obama is committed to ending veteran homelessness by 2015. His administration’s proposed FY 2013 budget is the largest-ever commitment by the federal government to tackle this issue, meaning that new resources and opportunities will be available to assist both nonprofits and the general public in ending veteran homelessness.

Moderator Victor Burrola, Director, NCLR Homeownership Network, NCLR

Pete Dougherty, Director, Homeless Programs, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Shalimar Cabrera, Executive Director, U.S. VETS, Las Vegas Beyond 9 to 5: Engaging Employers as Partners

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Panelists Kenneth LoBene, Field Office Director, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

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Panelists Rosa Beltre, Customer Service Career Consultant, El Barrio, Inc., Cleveland, OH

Steve Simons, District Human Resources Manager, The Home Depot, Cleveland OH Ingrid Angel, Director, El Barrio, Inc., Cleveland, OH

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Strong employer engagement initiatives are essential to successful workforce development programs. Several NCLR Affiliates work closely with employer partners who act as instructors, assist with mock interviews, offer internships, provide opportunities for field trips, and more. This workshop features a panel of Affiliates and their employer partners who will share their experiences, highlight best practices, and provide tools for attendees to foster relationships that go beyond job placement.

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The ABCs of Dual Language Learner Teaching: Preparing Your Classroom for Success EDUCATION Lagoon L

Through an interactive discussion, participants will learn about and become familiar with teaching competencies that support the language, literacy, and social emotional development of young Latino dual language learners (DLLs). Authors Marlene Zepeda, Antonia Lopez, and Ofelia Medina will lead the discussion.

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Panelists Antonia Lopez, Director, Early Care and Education, NCLR

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Marlene Zepeda, PhD, Professor, California State University, Los Angeles Ofelia Medina, Early Care and Education Policy Director, Alliance for a Better Community Latina Wisdom at Work: Stepping into Our Power as Leaders Presented by Fielding Graduate University THE LATINA PERSPECTIVE Breakers F

Latinas make powerful contributions in a wide range of organizational settings and yet continue to be underrepresented in prominent leadership roles and undervalued in our society. Three prominent Latina scholars will share key findings from their

Panelists Angelica Perez-Litwin, PhD, Publisher, NEW LATINA

Gloria Gutierrez, MEd, MA, Change Management/Organizational Effectiveness Consultant, ARAMARK Healthcare, Scottsdale, AZ

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research, shedding light on challenges that Latinas face in achieving their personal and professional goals and offering innovative strategies for overcoming individual and organizational barriers.

Placida Gallegos, PhD, Professor, School of Human & Organizational Development, Fielding Graduate University

POLICY Breakers I

There are numerous issues that the Latino community wants Washington to resolve, but Congress and the Obama administration have differing proposals for addressing laws that affect millions of Latinos. At this session, NCLR’s team of public policy experts provides up-to-date information on legislative issues that will have a profound impact on Hispanic communities.

Moderator Raul Gonzalez, Director, Legislative Affairs, NCLR

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Legislative Update: Is Washington Delivering on Latino Priorities this Election Year?

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Panelists Graciela Aponte, Senior Legislative Analyst, Wealth-Building Policy Project, NCLR

Jennifer Ng’andu, Deputy Director, Health Policy Project, NCLR Catherine Singley, Senior Policy Analyst, Economic and Employment Policy Project, NCLR Laura Vazquez, Legislative Analyst, Immigration Policy Project, NCLR Meet the Leader in You: The Value of Self-Analysis for Leadership Development Presented by Central Intelligence Agency

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The first step in successful leadership development is the understanding of one’s self. During this workshop, participants will learn about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)—a well-known psychometric instrument that outlines personality types and behavioral preferences. Use of the MBTI usually occurs in a workplace setting, but earlier use of the instrument with high school and college students provides key personal insights that can impact their role as students, professionals, and community leaders. During this workshop, participants explore how different personalities impact development of leadership styles and behaviors.

Mujer Sana, Familia Fuerte: Empowering Latinas to Prevent Cervical Cancer HEALTH • THE LATINA PERSPECTIVE Breakers E

Moderator Vicky Cardoza, MPH, Community Transformation Grant Project Analyst, Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services Panelists Charlotte D. Kaboré, MS, MPH, MCHES, Public Health Advisor/Program Consultant, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA

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Cervical cancer screening may help reduce deaths attributable to cervical cancer; however, screening rates for Latinas are very low in comparison to their nonHispanic White counterparts due to limited knowledge, cultural factors, and lack of access to medical care. To address these barriers, NCLR’s Institute for Hispanic Health, with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, developed the Mujer Sana, Familia Fuerte project.

Led by promotoras de salud (community health workers), this project addresses the culturally specific needs of Latinas in cervical cancer prevention.

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Speaker Ilka Rodriguez-Diaz, Chief, Workforce Planning and Analytics, NRO, Central Intelligence Agency

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Julia E. Escamilla, Compañeros en Salud Program Manager, Alivio Medical Center, Chicago, IL Laura Guzman, Primary Prevention Program Associate, La Clínica del Pueblo, Washington, DC The Social Network Explained: Get Noticed with New Media AFFILIATE/NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT Lagoon F

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Whether you are a direct service provider or an advocacy organization, social media and digital technologies are changing the way organizations work. Don’t get left behind in the new digital age. Learn how you can use technology to build and maintain a network of supporters for your organization.

We will share experiences and discuss best practices for using social media, mobile platforms, and email campaigns to further the work and public profile of your organization and for harnessing your supporters to donate online.

Moderator Ellie Klerlein, Associate Director, Digital Organizing, NCLR Panelists Ariel Coro, Author, Columnist, and Technology Expert

David Castillo, New Media Manager, NCLR Jennifer Edwards, Associate Coordinator, Digital Organizing, NCLR

Unbanked by Choice? New Findings on Hispanic Money Matters

Reportedly, one in four American households is unbanked or underbanked, and they are likely to be low-income and minority.

With little to no access to basic financial services, such as a checking or savings account, they often employ a variety of other solutions to meet their financial needs. New research from NCLR shows the range of financial needs and solutions within the Latino community. In this workshop, we will share the results of a survey on financial access which NCLR conducted in California, paying particular attention to the needs of immigrants.

Melissa Koide, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Financial Access, Education, and Consumer Protection, U.S. Department of the Treasury Marisabel Torres, Wealth-Building Policy Analyst, Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation, NCLR Sandy Fernandez, Senior Vice President, Citi Community Development

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Panelists Daniel Rodriguez, Director, Community Wealth Department, East LA Community Corporation

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Your Time Is Now: Keys to Latino Leadership Success COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT Breakers L

As an emerging majority in the United States, Latinos have an opportunity to take on leadership roles in their communities.

This workshop is a highly interactive presentation on Latino leadership development and the value and importance of taking on leadership roles. Participants will engage in individual and group exercises to experience the value of leadership in a culturally relevant setting.

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Panelists Carlos Galindo-Elvira, Chief Development Officer, Valle del Sol

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Tony Moya, Manager, Latino Relations Department, Salt River Project (SRP) 10:30–10:45 a.m. ®

Opening Ceremony and Ribbon-Cutting Shorelines A, Exhibit Hall Entrance

10:45–6:00 p.m. ®

Shorelines A

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This orientation provides an opportunity for new Affiliates, as well as new staff from existing Affiliates, to become familiar with NCLR’s programs, policy priorities, and Affiliate Member Services.

10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Event Bank of America’s Connect to Own Program: Learn More Today!

(Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates)

SATURDAY, JULY 7

10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

New Affiliate Orientation (Open to NCLR Affiliates and organizations interested in NCLR affiliation)

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10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

LÍDERES TOWN HALL

We Have Seen the Future, and the Future Is Ours Lead Sponsor, Best Buy Co., Inc. Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

Titled after of one of Cesar Chavez’s most inspirational quotes, this town hall addresses the myriad of ways through

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Bank of America Neighborhood Lending Consumer Education and Counseling Regional Managers will provide an overview of Bank of America’s Connect to Own Program for existing and potential new HUDapproved housing counseling agencies. They will also review the new payment process for existing Connect to Own Partners which was introduced in February 2012.

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which Hispanic American youth are keeping alive Chavez’s legacy of seeking social justice—both within the Líderes Network and through NCLR’s partner organizations.

In particular, this session explores the role of new technology and social media in the evolution of modern social justice campaigns. Do you want to be part of the movement? Attend this session to view a showcase of some of the most active advocates in our Líderes Network and be inspired by guest speakers from partner programs and campaigns.

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Welcome Remarks Hon. Raul Yzaguirre, U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic

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Moderator Yarel Ramos, Host of mun2’s “Reventon con Yarel” Panelists Jorge Plasencia, Chairman and CEO, República, Chair of the NCLR Board of Directors

Astrid Silva, Founding member, DREAM Big Vegas; President, Clark County Young Democrats Cindy Zavala, 2012 NCLR Líderes Summit Staff, Miss Sister City 2008, Co-Director of the Latino and American Student Organization (LASO), American University

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Emcee Gina Rodriguez, Actress, Filly Brown Affiliate Roll Call Sonia M. Pérez, Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, NCLR

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12:30–2:30 p.m.

National Affiliate Luncheon Lead the Way Co-Sponsored by Citi, FedEx Corporation, PepsiCo, Inc., Southwest Airlines, State Farm Insurance

Victor Leandry, Chair, NCLR Affiliate Council Awards Presentation Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO

Keynote Speaker Hon. Eric Holder, Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice

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Welcome Remarks Hon. Shelley Berkley, U.S. Representative (D–NV)

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3:00–4:30 p.m.

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TOWN HALL

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From Vote to Voz: Harnessing the Power of the Latino Electorate Exclusive Sponsor, Comcast NBCU & Telemundo Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

Latino voters are the fastest-growing segment of the American electorate; their influence has generated national attention, and 2012 will be no different. However, that attention has not resulted in transformative policy change. While the Latino community works to reduce registration and voting gaps, voter suppression measures and antiLatino sentiment grow. Strong partnerships to fight these fronts have bloomed strongly.

With an election looming, perhaps the clearest choice for Latino voters is to stand up for the community and build the power to achieve policy change.

Moderator José Díaz-Balart, News Anchor, Noticiero Telemundo Panelists Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO

Manuel Pastor, Director, Program for Environmental and Regional Equity, and Professor of American Studies & Ethnicity, University of Southern California Judith A. Browne Dianis, Co-Director, Advancement Project Gaby Pacheco, Leader, United We DREAM

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Do you lose more money on your fundraising events than you raise? Do board members talk to each other instead of your guests? Do you plan events for 200 only to have 20 guests show? Learn the three reasons to have an event, and work on developing event goals and a realistic budget. Join NCLR’s Resource Development Deputy Vice President Ruben Gonzales and fundraising expert Russell Roybal and turn that fund loser into a fundraiser!

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The NCLR Affiliate Council is the vehicle through which Affiliates influence NCLR’s policy and operations. It serves as a voice for, and represents the bond between, NCLR and its most important constituency.

The Affiliate Council is made up of two members (one male and one female) democratically elected by Affiliates from each NCLR region: California, Far West, Texas, Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast.

Take advantage of this opportunity to meet your representatives and learn more about the role of the Affiliate Council! During this

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5:00–6:00 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Event Meet Your Affiliate Council Representatives!

(Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates)

SATURDAY, JULY 7

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Event Fix Your Fundraising Events (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates)

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time, we will also recognize all Far West Affiliate organizations celebrating over 40 years of serving the community.

5:30–7:30 p.m.

Welcome Happy Hour Ignite the Night

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Co-Sponsored by Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority, Macy’s, nuvoTV Featuring DJ Dirty Draws Macy’s Fashion Show with top models from nuvoTV’s brand new shows, Curvy Girls and Model Latina South Beach

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SUNDAY, JULY 8

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8:30–9:00 a.m.

Coffee Starter Sponsored by Starbucks Coffee Company Breakers Registration Foyer

8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Lead Sponsor, Bank of America (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates) Reef CF

9:00–10:30 a.m.

FEATURED SESSION POLICY Surf AB

Panelists Marielena Hincapié, Executive Director, National Immigration Law Center

Todd Landfried, Executive Director, Arizona Employers for Immigration Reform Daniel R. Ortega, Immediate Past Chair, NCLR Board of Directors Clarissa Martinez-De-Castro, Director, Civic Engagement and Immigration, NCLR

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The passage of Arizona SB 1070 in April 2010, and the rise of more extreme copycat measures in the Deep South, shocked and outraged the Latino community while causing fear and confusion in the community, regardless of immigration status. The Supreme Court will announce its decision on racial profiling legislation by early July, marking a transformative moment for the Latino community. The answer to, “Which side are you on?” will stay with Latino voters for years to come. Whatever the Court decides, the evidence is clear: anti-immigrant laws such as these are a bad prescription for the nation, rife with economic losses and civil rights violations.

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A Defining Moment: The Supreme Court’s Arizona Decision and Beyond

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9:00–10:30 a.m.

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WORKSHOPS

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From Dropout to Graduate: Reconnecting Youth to Academic Success WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Breakers D

A staggering number of Hispanic youth are at risk of losing their ties to school and work—or are already disconnected. Curbing the persistent dropout and unemployment rates requires local, state, and federal programmatic and policy solutions. This workshop explores the essentials of programs that prevent disconnection and reconnect youth with school and work, as well as the systems-wide fixes needed to ensure that Latino youth have opportunities to participate in the 21st century economy.

Panelists Emma Oppenheim, Associate Director, Workforce Development Policy Initiatives, NCLR

Felicia Medellin, Escalera Program Manager, NCLR From the Neighborhood to the World: Boosting Your Organization’s Visibility on the Internet Presented by UPS AFFILIATE/NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT Lagoon K

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Make an impact. Get noticed. Your website is your face to the world, but is it the best it can be? Are you making the most out

Moderator Dan Breeden, Senior Partner, Marketing Manager, Yahoo

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of your digital resources? This workshop provides you with an opportunity to learn about the web tools you need to effectively represent and promote your business or organization. Join web and marketing experts from Yahoo, Mary’s Center (the 2011 NCLR Affiliate of the Year), and NCLR in this panel discussion and live review of selected NCLR Affiliate websites.

Panelists Kevin Richards, Ventura Web Design

Maria Gomez, Executive Director, Mary’s Center

Parents Count: The Family Factor in Effective Math Education EDUCATION Lagoon L

Students, parents, and schools benefit when families are actively engaged in supporting quality education. NCLR’s Math at Home bilingual program promotes parents’ increased understanding of academic requirements in math and a greater appreciation for the opportunities that a strong math education can yield.

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Jessica Mayorga, Director of Marketing, NCLR

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Speaker Maria del Socorro “Choco” Leandro, Director of Education, Texas and Southwest Regions, NCLR It Takes More than Ganas: Building a Latina Leadership Ladder Presented by NHLI THE LATINA PERSPECTIVE Breakers F

America’s corner offices and executive suites are filled with leaders whose measurement of success combines the highest standards of professional excellence with a commitment to serving others and impacting society. This presentation will characterize a unique, intensive, and highly interactive conversation exploring intuitive leadership transformations among Latinas.

The information presented will be received highly by aspiring executives, candidates, as well as supportive private and nonprofit organizations interested in developing and sustaining diverse Latina leadership.

Panelists Barbara J. DesMarteau, Acting President, National Hispana Leadership Institute

Catherine M. Pino, Co-Founder & Principal, D&P Creative Strategies, Member of the NCLR Board of Directors Marcela Bailey, Divisional CIO, Sony Pictures Entertainment Marieli E. Colón Padilla, Senior Vice President, FH Hispania, and Chairwoman, National Hispana Leadership Institute

The Newest Frontier: Latinos and America’s Growing Clean Energy Economy

Latinos care deeply about living in healthy places with good jobs. We cannot succeed in growing the green economy without Latino voices and leaders. This workshop showcases new research about Latino attitudes and opinions on the environment, plus a closer look at the top Latino metropolitan areas with growing clean energy economies. This must-attend session offers hot-off-the-press tools to lift up the Latino voice on clean energy.

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POLICY • WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Breakers L

Panelists Alicia Criado, Policy Associate, NCLR

Catherine Singley, Senior Policy Analyst, NCLR Javier Sierra, Bilingual Media Consultant, Sierra Club Taking the Social Enterprise Plunge: Generating Revenue within Your Nonprofit AFFILIATE/NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT Lagoon F

Like most nonprofit leaders in today’s bleak economic climate, you are likely actively looking for innovative ways to diversify your organization’s sources of revenue. While the idea of launching a social enterprise

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Andrew Myers, President, Myers Research

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venture may seem daunting, social enterprises can outturn a steady stream of unrestricted funds.

Panelists Cynthia Figueroa, President and CEO, Congreso de Latinos Unidos

Dominique Bernardo, Vice President, Quality Assurance, Congreso de Latinos Unidos Jose Medrano, Director, Project Development, South Texas Adult Resource and Training (START) Center Ron Rogers, Chairman and CEO, South Texas Adult Resource and Training (START) Center

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Stop the Hate: Overcoming Modern-Day Bullying

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Bullying is as prevalent as ever, perhaps even more so today when “anywhere” includes not only the playground, but also cyberspace. Before technology, students were able to leave bullies behind when they went home from school each afternoon.

But now, bullies can send messages to their victims privately and publicly through cell phone texting and on social media sites.

Discuss how to build a safe environment for all youth, whether they are straight, LGBT, or simply perceived to be LGBT.

Panelists Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (D–CA)

Ricardo Martinez, Community Initiatives Manager, Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) Rocio Inclan, Director, Human & Civil Rights Department, National Education Association (NEA) (Invited)

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Cesar Moreno, Associate Director, Human Rights & Community Relations, American Federation of Teachers (AFT)

Student, Member of GLSEN, Southern Nevada’s Students of Color Organizing Team Taking Control: Diabetes Self-Management for Elderly Latinos

The elderly in the U.S. are living longer, but not necessarily experiencing healthy living. This is particularly true of Latinos and other minority groups. Latinos tend to be disproportionately affected by chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, compared with non-Latino Whites, and this trend continues into older age. Few studies have been conducted on the effectiveness of diabetes self-management programs for low-income elderly Latinos. In this workshop, NCLR and Humana will present the results of Viviendo Saludable—a program geared to elderly Latinos living with type 2 diabetes.

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Moderator Alejandra Gepp, Associate Director, Institute for Hispanic Health, NCLR Panelists Britt Rios-Ellis, PhD, Professor and Director, NCLR/CSULB Center for Latino Community Health, Evaluation, and Leadership Training, Long Beach, CA

Estella Cadenas, Lead Promotor, Mexican American Unity Council, San Antonio, TX Fernando Godinez, President/CEO, Mexican American Unity Council, San Antonio, TX

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Madeleine G. Arritola, Humana®, Multicultural Marketing Lead, Corporate Marketing, President, Hispanic Network Resource Group

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“Touch Points”: Using Your Success Stories to Get More Funding COMMUNITY AND FAMILY WEALTH-BUILDING Surf C

Latino nonprofits and organizations often shortchange themselves by not showcasing their program successes. Even the smallest among these can leverage large amounts of funding by highlighting their impact.

Learning to use success stories creatively to entice current and potential funders can be the lifeblood of an organization’s financial strategy. A purposeful narrative focused on cultural identity and unique experiences attracts stronger partnerships, more in-kind donations, and increased participation— and promotes greater understanding of an organization’s value.

Panelists Teresa Hernandez, Assistant Director, Avenida Guadalupe Association

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Affiliate Lounge Event Election-Year Advocacy: Rules Every Nonprofit Should Know (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates) Reef CF

10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. ®

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Join Alliance for Justice for a roundtable discussion of the many legally permissible election-year activities for your 501(c)(3) organization. You will learn about organizing candidate forums, conducting voter engagement drives, and taking positions on ballot measures. You will also learn about activities to avoid, and how to safely work with 501(c)(4) organizations and labor unions.

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J. Oscar Ramirez, President/CEO, Avenida Guadalupe Association

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11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Latinas Brunch ¡Salud, Riqueza y Felicidad! ...And the Time to Enjoy Them Co-Sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company, General Mills, MASTERCARD, NV Energy, TOYOTA, Wells Fargo Mandalay Bay Ballroom

Emcee Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO Featured Speakers Catherine Cortez Masto, Nevada Attorney General

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Nely Galán, Founder, The Adelante Movement

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Motivational Speaker Suze Orman, Financial Advisor, Author, and Television Personality 1:00–1:30 p.m.

Press Conference: Familia es Familia

Shorelines A, Exhibit Hall, NCLR en Vivo Booth

1:30–2:30 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Event Tips to Avoid Foreclosure: Meet with Bank of America to Help Those in Need!

(Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates; appointment needed) Reef CF

Bank of America Home Retention Managers will review programs to assist struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure. Topics

1:30–3:00 p.m.

WORKSHOPS

Improving Education Through Partnerships:Â A Case Study of a Full Service Community School Model EDUCATION Lagoon K

Panelists Alexander Gil, Academic & Extracurricular Coordinator, Youth Policy Institute

Griselda Ortiz, Full-Service Community School Project Site Coordinator, Youth Policy Institute

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A Full-Service Community School (FSCS) is both a place and a set of partnerships between school personnel, community agencies, parents, and students. The FSCS model foci are on academics, health and social services, youth, and community development and engagement as these lead to improved student learning, stronger families, and healthier communities. This session will present collaborative strategies led by the Youth Policy Institute (YPI) on the implementation of an FSCS model within a predominately Latino community and will offer perspectives from program directors, school staff, students, and parents regarding effectiveness and areas for improvement.

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will cover new home retention programs, escalation processes, and other tips to offer assistance to those in need. Contact Vanessa Uribe at vuribe@nclr.org to reserve your appointment.

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Karina Favela-Barreras, Director of School and Community Partnerships, Youth Policy Institute Demystifying Lactose Intolerance: Understanding the Importance of Dairy for the Health of Diverse Communities Presented by National Dairy Council HEALTH Breakers F

The health consequences of avoiding dairy foods can be especially serious among diverse populations, where the incidences of real or perceived lactose intolerance may be higher. Avoiding dairy and not getting enough dairy nutrients (e.g., calcium, vitamin D, and potassium) may lead to adverse health outcomes, but what is the best way to get community members excited and informed?

Moderator Christine M. Cliff, MPH, RD, LDN, Director, Nutrition Affairs, National Dairy Council Panelists Lana Balvin Frantzen, PhD, Vice President of Health & Wellness, Dairy MAX

Cecilia Pozo Filetti, MS, RD, FADA, Latino Health Communications

FEATURED SESSION

The Adelante Movement (Move Forward!)

Speakers Nely Galán, Self-made Media Mogul, Inspirational Speaker, Founder of The Adelante Movement

Nell Merlino, Founder and President, Count Me In for Women’s Economic Independence Sandra Cisneros, Award-winning Author, Latina Advocate, and MacArthur Genius Awardee

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Founded by Nely Galán, The Adelante Movement (Move Forward!) is a grassroots movement that unites and empowers Latinas socially, economically, and politically in the U.S. It encourages Latinas to play a leading role in American society, economics, and politics to become an integral part of the national conversation, in order to provide their children with the future they deserve as a rightful part of this country.

“The Adelante Movement: Tour” is a series of national empowerment conferences supported by a digital community—and presented by The Coca Cola Company— which inform, mentor, and inspire Latinas to take action!

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DIGITAL BUSINESS • THE LATINA PERSPECTIVE Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

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Latino Entrepreneurs: A Missing Link in the Business of Social Media

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DIGITAL BUSINESS Surf A

Fueled by digital power and the growth of the global marketplace, social media startup companies are emerging around the world.

Entities such as Facebook, which had an initial stock offering of $104 billion, and Instagram, which sold for $1 billion, are both startups that have made it big. More businesses like these are experiencing immense success in places such as Austin and New York City, yet the market lacks a strong Latino presence. Discuss the emergence and visibility of Latino entrepreneurs while brainstorming how we can help Hispanic startups become household names.

Moderator Leslie Sanchez, Commentator, CNN Panelists Felix W. Ortiz III, Founder and CEO, Viridis Learning, Inc.

NT Etuk, Founder and CEO, Tabula Digital Paul Gollash, Founder and CEO, VOXY Sergio Fernández de Cordova, Founder of FUEL Outdoor, Board Member of the United Nations Foundation, Board Member of Dell Innovation Board Tony Plana, Actor, Ugly Betty and Desperate Housewives; Social Education Entrepreneur

From the Bottom Up: Turning Financially Excluded Communities into Lending Circles

Panelists José Quiñonez, Executive Director, Mission Asset Fund

Daniela Salas, Associate Director, Mission Asset Fund Alejandra Guillen, Community Organizer, Mission Asset Fund

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Low-income immigrants face a long, uphill climb out of poverty, made steeper still without access to low-cost credit and responsible banking services. Without checking accounts, savings accounts, or credit scores, millions of Latinos are locked out of the financial mainstream and pushed instead into the fringe, where high-cost financial services erode assets and perpetuate a cycle of poverty. This session explores Mission Asset Fund’s Lending Circles model based on traditional lending common in immigrant communities, which has been incredibly successful at increasing participants’ financial capability and preparing them to better navigate the financial marketplace. The session will explore the model and provide updates on replication efforts nationally.

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COMMUNITY AND FAMILY WEALTH-BUILDING Surf B

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Going the Extra Mile: Why Expanded Learning Time Works

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NCLR recognizes the positive effects of expanded learning time (e.g., afterschool, summer learning) on the academic achievement and social and emotional development of Latino children and youth.

Join us as we release our newly developed core qualities for successful expanded learning time. This quality framework builds upon existing research and tools and highlights the core competencies that an expanded learning time program should have to effectively address the needs of Latino youth and children.

Speaker Marcela Montes, Consultant, NCLR Innovative Governance: Four Steps to a Stronger and More Effective Board Presented by Prudential AFFILIATE/NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT Breakers F

Volunteer board members have lots of passion, but never quite enough time. So how do you get the most out of them? With so much at stake, you need to be strategic about developing and using the talent at the table. You have the power to affect lives and make a difference. Leaders from Prudential Foundation and BoardSource will facilitate this interactive session on how

leadership teams can develop a stronger and more effective board.

René O. Deida, Senior Program Director, The Prudential Foundation Vernetta Walker, JD, Vice President of Consulting, Training and Assessments, BoardSource

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Panelists Gloria Goins, Vice President, Business Diversity Outreach, Prudential Financial

Mis Derechos, Tus Derechos: Protecting the Civil Rights of the Latino Community Presented by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

Generations of Latinos have played a key role in our nation’s efforts to guarantee everyone’s civil rights. Today, the recent growth of Hispanic and other minority and immigrant communities has led to a renewed emphasis in knowing “your rights.” In this workshop, several federal agencies will team up to provide up-to-date information about programs and resources that can have a real impact in protecting your community’s rights.

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Panelists Carlos Muñoz-Acevedo, Policy Advisor, Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Gabriel Sandoval, Senior Advisor, White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics, U.S. Department of Education John Trasviña, Assistant Secretary, Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Mónica Ramírez, Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Counsel to the Deputy Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice

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Nuestra Voces, Nuestra Salud: A Critical Conversation about Latina Reproductive Health

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Recent political developments have great potential to undermine the health and wellbeing of millions of Latinas. Nationwide, major threats to fundamental health services are front and center, with officials proposing measures that cut off resources for lifesaving cancer screenings, birth control, prevention or treatment of sexually transmitted infections, and other essential preventive services. At the same time, the Affordable Care Act offers an opportunity to positively advance women’s health by guaranteeing new services for many Latinas.

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U.S., Latinas have the most to lose or gain from what happens next.

Jennifer Ng’andu, Deputy Director, Health Policy Project, NCLR Jessica González-Rojas, Executive Director, National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health

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Panelists Destiny Lopez, Director of Latino Engagement, Planned Parenthood Federation of America

The Right Side of History: LGBT Equality and the Hispanic Perspective THE LGBT FAMILIA Breakers J

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Countering popular assumptions that Hispanics are unsupportive of the LGBT community, a new report co-released by the National Council of La Raza and Social Science Research Solutions (SSRS) finds that compared to the general U.S. population, Latinos are supportive if not more supportive of the LGBT population.

Looking at different cross-sections of the Hispanic population, we are able to see that, regardless of location or background, the community is in favor of legal equality and protections against all forms of discrimination.

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Panelists Antonio Maciel, Senior Program Executive, Arcus Foundation

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David Dutwin, Vice President, Social Science Research Solutions Lourdes Rodriguez-Nogues, President, Dignity USA Safety First: Working Toward a Healthier Workplace WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Breakers D

Latino workers have the highest rate of death and injury on the job yet are less likely to report serious illnesses and injuries.

Learn from NCLR’s Affiliates CASA de Maryland, Instituto del Progreso Latino, and Make the Road New York about how they are working to improve health and safety in the workplace by informing and empowering their clients to protect and advocate for themselves.

Panelists Emma Oppenheim, Associate Director, Workforce Development Policy Initiatives, NCLR

Tom Dubois, Director of New Initiatives, Instituto del Progreso Latino Tona Craviato, Senior Manager of Employment, Vocational Training and Workforce Development, CASA de Maryland Saduf Syal, Community Workforce Program Coordinator, Make the Road New York

Staying Afloat: Navigating the Alzheimer’s Tidal Wave in the Latino Community

With the high prevalence of associated risk factors, such as older age, low socioeconomic status, and the presence of vascular disease, Latinos face a greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease than the general population. In fact, older Hispanics are at least 1.5 times more likely than the general population to suffer from Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Trends such as these are evidence of a looming public health crisis, one that will prove costly in many ways— not just for Latinos.

Panelists Claudia Barajas, Latino Community Development Agency, Oklahoma City, OK

Constantina Mizis, Latino Alzheimer’s Alliance, Chicago, IL Maria Marquine, PhD, Post-Doctoral Scholar, University of California, San Diego

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Moderator Paul Aguilar, MPH, Project Coordinator, Institute for Hispanic Health, NCLR

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Taking It to the Streets: The Positive Impact of Technology on Health Education DIGITAL BUSINESS Breakers E

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The evolution of outcome evaluation and health education has been influenced by technology. Increased access to technology supports direct service staff in the field to provide preventive health interventions on a community level. Learn how one multiservice organization has embraced technology in its focus on data-driven services.

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Panelists Andrew Howe, Data & Evaluation Reporting Coordinator, Congreso de Latinos Unidos

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Affiliate Lounge Event How to Use Stories to Advocate for Change: Lessons from NCLR’s Storytelling Initiative (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates) Reef CF

Stories are a powerful tool for advocacy: they put a human face on issues and show

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Affiliate Lounge Event Planning for the 2012 Election and Beyond: Meet One-on-One with Alliance for Justice (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates; appointment needed)

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the people behind statistics and policies. In this session, we will present NCLR’s recent story projects on health care, child nutrition, job quality, and banking; share the different methods we use to collect stories; and explain how Affiliates can join our efforts and carry out their own storytelling projects.

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Affiliate Lounge Event Join NCLR’s Mobilize to Vote Campaign Reef CF

Did you know you could register voters online? Meet with NCLR staff and find out just how easy it is. Learn how the online

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Meet with an Alliance for Justice attorney for a one-on-one discussion of your 501(c) (3) organization’s plans for the 2012 election and beyond, and find out whether your planned activities are permissible for 501(c)(3)s or better left to other types of nonprofits. Alliance for Justice does not provide formal legal advice, but they can help you understand how the laws apply to 501(c)(3) organizations in an election year as well as other advocacy and policy change efforts. Contact Vanessa Uribe at vuribe@nclr.org to reserve your appointment.

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voter registration tool works, how to get it on your website, and ideas on how to promote it to your networks. You will walk away with all the tools you need to get started, and best of all it’s free to you!

3:30–5:00 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Event Need a Strategy for Organizational Growth?

Meet with an Expert Today!

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Solicit feedback from Raza Development Fund experts about your plans for growth and expansion in the next one to three years and receive feedback on how to explore new strategies. Experts will also be available to discuss preparations to purchase property, work with a lender, and apply for a loan or technical assistance. Come prepared with questions to ensure that your organization’s specific needs are addressed. Contact Vanessa Uribe at vuribe@nclr.org to reserve your appointment.

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¡Salud! Eliminating Disparities That Block Good Health among Latinos Co-Sponsored by American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, The Service Master Company Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

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Panelists David Hayes Bautista, PhD, Professor of Medicine and Director, Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture, School of Medicine, UCLA

Dr. Elmer Huerta, MD, MPH, Director of the Cancer Preventorium, Washington Hospital Center

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Opening Remarks Dr. J. Nadine Gracia, MD, MSCE, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health (Acting), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Minority Health

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Hispanics living in the U.S. are heavily burdened by high incidence and mortality rates of preventable chronic and infectious diseases. They are more likely than nonHispanic Whites to suffer from overweight, obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, certain types of cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. These and other health disparities can often be traced back to language and cultural barriers, poverty, and lack of access to preventive care. Panel experts will discuss plans to meet the specific needs of the growing Latino community toward the elimination of health disparities.

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Dr. Victor H. Gonzalez, American Diabetes Association Board of Directors, Vitreoretinal Surgeon, Valley Retina Institute, P.A.

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Ileana L. Piña, MD, MPH, FAHA, FACC, Professor of Medicine & Epidemiology and Population Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University; Associate Chief for Academic Affairs, Division of Cardiology, Staff Heart Failure/ Transplant, Montefiore Medical Center 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Helen Rodríguez-Trías Health Award Reception (By Invitation Only) Lead Sponsor, Johnson & Johnson Co-Sponsored by Baxter International Inc., Eli Lilly and Company Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

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7:00–9:00 p.m. ¡Viva el Orgullo!

LGBT and Allies Reception Honoring Actor and Activist Wilson Cruz, with Special Recognition of John Berry Sponsored by American Airlines, Gill Foundation Breakers KL

Featured Entertainment Intocable Prince Royce

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Coffee Starter Sponsored by Starbucks Coffee Company Breakers Registration Foyer

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Affiliate Lounge Lead Sponsor, Bank of America (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates) 9:00–10:30 a.m.

Fifth Annual Affiliate Leadership Breakfast Making the Latino Vote Count: A Panel of Top Hispanic Experts Discusses the 2012 Election (Open only to executive leadership and board members of NCLR Affiliates) Lead Sponsor, Citi Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

For the fifth consecutive year, NCLR and its Affiliate Council present the NCLR Affiliate Leadership Breakfast, a high-level forum for Affiliate Executive Directors and Board members to hear about issues

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of relevance to the leadership of Latinofocused nonprofits. During this year’s program, panelists will share information, observations, and insight related to the Latino community’s role in the 2012 elections. Specifically, Affiliate leadership will gain knowledge that will support their daily efforts to mobilize Latino voters, change perceptions, and address issues locally, in particular around issues concerning the landscape of the Latino vote; current threats, including voting suppression laws; and reactions to the expected Supreme Court decisions. In addition, the program will include recognition of Affiliate of the Year Regional Honorees.

All registered Affiliate Executive Directors must present their Conference badge to enter the event and will have one ticket in their badge for a senior staff member or board of directors leader.

Moderator Rossana Rosado, Publisher and CEO, El Diario-La Prensa Welcome Sonia M. Pérez, Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives, NCLR

Victor Leandry, Chair, NCLR Affiliate Council Special Remarks Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO

A Conversation With…

Maria Cardona, Political Commentator

Arturo Vargas, Executive Director, National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Closing Remarks Delia de la Vara, Vice President, California Region, NCLR 9:00–10:30 a.m.

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Leslie Sanchez, Political Commentator

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Cutting through the Red Tape: Getting Our Children the Health Care They Need HEALTH • POLICY Breakers L

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Latino and immigrant children are the most uninsured population in the nation, even though they are highly eligible for coverage. With new requirements for national children’s coverage, advocates have an opportunity to change this dynamic and eliminate the barriers that have kept children from getting insurance and needed care. Strategize about common challenges and determine ways to beat back the bureaucracies that keep our children from getting coverage. We’ll discuss overcoming online technology barriers, stopping unnecessary verification, and getting your state to help open the door to coverage. Participants should have a basic understanding of the Affordable Care Act.

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Moderator Kara Ryan, Senior Research Analyst, Health Policy Project, NCLR Panelists Jennifer Ng’andu, Deputy Director, Health Policy Project, NCLR

Kristen Dama, Staff Attorney, Community Legal Services, Inc. Shelby Gonzales, Senior Policy Analyst, Health Division, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Del Diálogo a la Acción: One Community’s True Story

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Pajarito Mesa, New Mexico shares many traits with colonias—such as first- and second-generation Hispanic immigrants, inadequate infrastructure, and absence of easements. Through deliberative dialogues, relationships built among residents and elected officials have increased resident civic engagement and quality of life in Pajarito Mesa. Workshop attendees will participate in a conversation demonstrating how dialogue contributes to residents developing action ideas, becoming involved, and strengthening their community. An overview will also be provided on how to organize dialogues, as well as action planning and the resulting actions and lessons learned from Pajarito Mesa’s involvement in Strong Starts for Children.

Panelists Debra Baca, Vice President, Youth Development, Inc.

Gloria Mengual, Program Officer, Everyday Democracy Luz Maldonado, President of the Pajarito Mesa Neighborhood Association, Pajarito Mesa Ending the Epidemic: Culturally Sound Solutions to HIV/AIDS among Latinos

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Gloria Chavez, Operations Manager, Youth Development, Inc.

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Latinos account for more than 20% of new HIV infections, but represent only 16% of the U.S. population. Furthermore, Latino gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men represent the third-largest prevalence population in the U.S., and Hispanic women have five times the AIDS burden of White women.  Understanding the latest HIV/ AIDS prevention, treatment, and testing information, contemporary HIV/AIDS risk issues unique to the Latino community, and culturally and linguistically relevant methodologies to disseminate information and engage communities are key to addressing the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Latino communities.

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Moderator Gino Galvez, PhD, Research Associate, NCLR/CSULB Center for Latino Community Health, Evaluation, and Leadership Training, Long Beach, CA Panelists Britt Rios-Ellis, PhD, Professor and Director, NCLR/CSULB Center for Latino Community Health, Evaluation, and Leadership Training, Long Beach, CA

Richard Zaldivar, Founder, The Wall Las Memorias Sergio Avina, Division Director, JWCH Institute Inc.

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Eleven Million Reasons to Fix the Housing Market

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The foreclosure epidemic has cost Hispanic families two-thirds of their wealth, and 28% of Hispanic homeowners owe more than their home is worth. In fact, 11 million families have negative home equity—a fact which experts agree is keeping the housing market depressed. The recent Attorneys General settlement on mortgage servicing practices offers the first real opportunity for principal reduction on a meaningful scale, yet concerns persist about whether this effort will be enough. Join us for an interactive session on solutions that will strengthen our economy, help families stay in their homes, and stabilize home values.

Moderator Jerry Maldonado, Program Officer, Ford Foundation

D. Steve Boland, Managing Director, National Mortgage Outreach Executive, Bank of America Jose A. Garcia, Policy Fellow, NCLR

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Panelists Aracely Paname単o, Director, Latino Affairs, Center for Responsible Lending

Sarah Gerecke, Senior Policy Advisor, Department of Housing and Urban Development From Social Service to Social Change: New Advocacy Strategies for Service Organizations

Increasingly, social service organizations are recognizing that they must engage in advocacy and organizing for systemic policy change in order to meet the needs of their clients and fulfill their broader missions.

At the same time, these organizations are connected to large client networks which, if engaged thoughtfully and strategically, represent a powerful force for advocacy and social change.

Moderator Loren McArthur, Associate Director, Capacity-Building, Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation, NCLR

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Panelists Felipe Agredano-Lozano, Associate Director, Montebello Housing Development Corporation

Jess George, Executive Director, Latin American Coalition Maricela Garcia, Chief Executive Officer, Gads Hill Image and Substance: Managing Your Personal Brand in the Digital Age Presented by Latina magazine

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Facebook. Twitter. LinkedIn. Pinterest.

Personal Blogs. Great ways to keep in touch with friends and colleagues, but more and more they are also essential tools for your professional development. Latina magazine’s executive editor, social media director, and a branding specialist show you how to turn social media outlets and personal blogs into assets that will help you build your career.

Panelists Elaina Watley, Founder and CEO, Brand Infinite

Damarys Ocaña, Executive Editor, Latina magazine Sally Mercedes, Digital Marketing Manager, Latina magazine

Leamos™: Online Literacy Solution for Spanish Speaking Youth and Adults

According to the 2009 American Community Survey, approximately 10% of Latino immigrants, 18 years and older, in the United States are not able to read or write in any language. An October 2010 National Institutes of Health study showed that a mother’s literacy rate is the most important determinant of a child’s academic success.

How do we make sure that our programs are reaching and welcoming to the nonliterate Latino community who are parents, workers, consumers, and more?

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An estimated 90 million Americans lack the basic literacy, numeracy, and Englishlanguage skills needed for continuing education and good jobs. Instruction that combines fundamental education with technical skills—known as integrated training—is crucial to workforce development programming for workers who

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Panelists Mari Riddle, President and CEO, Centro Latino for Literacy

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lack these basics. This workshop explores integrated training as part of NCLR’s Career Pathways Initiative, supported by the Walmart Foundation.

Panelists Emma Oppenheim, Associate Director, Workforce Policy Initiatives, NCLR

Surabhi Jain, Manager, Career Pathways Initiatives, NCLR Occupy the Classroom: Moving Latino Education Reform Forward EDUCATION Surf A

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Polling shows that education consistently ranks as one of the most important topics to Hispanics. Yet, the Latino perspective is often absent from the pertinent debates happening in our nation’s statehouses and the U.S. Capitol. Furthermore, Hispanic educational achievement lags behind that of non-Hispanics, even though there are compelling examples of effective ways to improve education for these students. Given that nearly one-quarter of our country’s children are Latino, it is crucial that Latinos are active in the debates that will reform the nation’s educational system.

Moderator Erika Beltrán, Senior Policy Analyst, NCLR Panelists Eduardo Angulo, Executive Director and Chairman, Salem/Keizer Coalition for Equality

Lee Solonche, Director of Educational Media Services, Vegas Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)

Overcoming the Invisible Barriers of Migratory Mourning COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT

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Speaker María Elena Ferrer, Executive Director, Humanamente Leave No Worker Behind: Ending Legal Employment Discrimination Practices THE LGBT FAMILIA Surf B

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Most Hispanic Americans share an oftensecret suffering known as Migratory Mourning, which is caused by family and sociocultural separation and losses. Left unchecked, the mourning—which affects documented and undocumented immigrants alike—can produce acute and chronic mental distress, negative behavior patterns, and other challenges that prevent even seemingly successful Latino immigrants and their children from fully participating in education, family support, business achievement, and civic engagement.

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Macy Olivas, Chapter Leader, Students for Education Reform, Whitworth University

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such as race, color, place of birth, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Shockingly, in 38 states, it is legal to fire an employee because of his or her sexual orientation. Everyone wants employees to be productive and successful—so they can support themselves and their families and contribute to a world free of discrimination for everyone. In this workshop, learn what you can do to attract and protect valuable workers.

Welcome Remarks John Berry, Director, White House Office of Personnel Management

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Panelists Jane Heenan, MS, MFT, Co-Director, Gender Justice Nevada

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Tico Almeida, Founder and President, Freedom to Work Our History, Our Future: Cultivating Civic Engagement by Honoring Latino Contributions to America Presented by American Latino Heritage Fund COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT Lagoon E

The current political climate lends itself to heated rhetoric and incendiary language consistently defining all Latinos as “immigrants” and classifying Latinos as one homogenous group. This dialogue dismisses

Moderator Midy Aponte, Executive Director, American Latino Heritage Fund of the National Park Foundation

Stephen J. Pitti, Professor of History & American Studies, Director of the Program in Ethnicity, Race, and Migration, Yale University Marta Cruz Kelly, Program Manager (Division Chief), Interpretation and Education Division, National Park Service Maria Agui Carter, President, Iguana Films, Chairman of the Board, National Association of Latino Independent Producers

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Panelists Dolores Huerta, President/Founder, Dolores Huerta Foundation

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the contributions that American Latinos have made to our democracy, economy, and rich cultural heritage. Through the leadership of Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, the National Park Service is developing a theme study that will reframe the national dialogue on American Latinos. The Latino community must take ownership of its history and use this new understanding to further civic participation in their communities.

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Lights, Camera, Action! Telling Your Nonprofit Story through Video

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Telling your organization’s story in an effective and compelling manner is important for a number of reasons— documenting accomplishments, recording your organization’s legacy in the community, demonstrating the services you provide and how they impact your clients, engaging supporters, and raising money! In this session, the National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) partners with NCLR to share best practices from filmmakers and professional storytellers on how to promote your message while capturing the hearts and minds of your audiences through the power of video.

Moderator Beni Matias, Interim Executive Director, National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP); Documentary Filmmaker Panelists Ray Santisteban, Independent Producer/ Director

Vangie Griego, Independent Producer/ Director

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The White House Presidential Personnel Office will hold a special session to discuss opportunities for Latinos and other community members to work for the President. The presentation will focus on the presidential appointments process and answer the questions individuals may have about joining the Administration, including the White House Presidential Personnel Office’s commitment to finding the best and brightest people to fill roles across all agencies, and at every level, in order to drive the kind of creativity, innovation, and change that President Obama intends to bring to Washington.

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Monday Luncheon Co-Sponsored by Bank of America, Kraft Foods, Nielsen, Sprint, Univision Communications Inc. Mandalay Bay Ballroom

Emcee Maria Elena Salinas, Co-Host, Noticiero Univision and Aqui y Ahora Award Presentation Eric Rodriguez, Vice President, Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation, NCLR

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President’s Message Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Affiliate Lounge Event Serving Your Community: Hosting an AmeriCorps Program (Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates) Reef CF

Join NCLR AmeriCorps staff to learn about how Affiliates can apply to become host sites for AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps is a Corporation for National and Community Service initiative that encourages everyday citizens to serve their communities.

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Moderator Maria Elena Salinas, Co-Host, Noticiero Univision and Aqui y Ahora

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Are homes in your neighborhood losing value? Have you or someone you know lost a home to foreclosure? Or maybe you know someone trying to take advantage of a buyer’s market but unable to get a home loan. Today’s housing system still needs a lot of help getting on the right course. Many families of color have been steered toward toxic mortgages; others lost their jobs in the economic downturn resulting in droves of foreclosures. In the last three years alone, communities of color have lost almost half of their wealth, and the financial crisis is not over yet. To better serve the honest lender and homebuyer alike, we must better stabilize the market by making it more accessible, equitable, and sustainable. The recent Attorney General (AG) settlement was a significant step in what we hope is a series of improvements to the system; other important fixes must be made to mortgage servicing. Join us to discuss how all of these issues can be influenced by your vote in the upcoming elections.

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Don’t Quit the Dream: A Vision for Homeownership Beyond 2012

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Featured Speakers Shaun Donovan, Secretary, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Richard Cordray, Director, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Respondents Gerardo Ascencio, President, National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals

Maria Cabildo, President, East LA Community Corporation 5:00–6:30 p.m.

Affiliate Regional Meetings The Affiliate Council looks forward to greeting all Affiliate staff and board members at their respective meetings to identify and develop action plans for local and state priorities. This forum also serves as a vital link for critical information-sharing between Affiliates and NCLR staff.

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Evening Event Walmart Presents Acceso Total en Vivo

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Northeast Affiliate Regional Meeting Sponsored by Amtrak

Host Taboo of the Black Eye Peas

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Coffee Starter Sponsored by Starbucks Coffee Company Breakers Registration Foyer

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Making Home Affordable: Exploring Options to Avoid Foreclosure Presented by U.S. Department of the Treasury, Homeownership Preservation Office COMMUNITY AND FAMILY WEALTH-BUILDING Lagoon J

Today’s housing crisis is showing no signs of slowing down, and families facing foreclosure are under the strain of stress, especially those who do not understand the process or their options. Learn how to educate struggling homeowners in your communities on where to find mortgage relief. A variety of programs exist to help families with mortgage modifications, refinancing, deferred payment, or transitioning out of their home while avoiding foreclosure. The more homeowners understand their options, the easier it will be to work with housing experts or mortgage loan servicers on mortgage solutions.

Speaker Carol Lambert, Homeownership Preservation Office, U.S. Department of the Treasury Measure What Matters: Analyzing Your Nonprofit’s Social Impact AFFILIATE/NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT Lagoon F

This is the era of evidence-based programming and policies, in which funders

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and policymakers are demanding that the programs they fund and the policies they create are grounded in empirical research and evidence of their effectiveness.

Effective nonprofits do more than collect, analyze, and provide data: they Measure What Matters! This workshop focuses on a simple approach to gathering, measuring, analyzing, and distributing information on the effectiveness of the total nonprofit organization. NCLR Affiliates Instituto del Progreso Latino and Women’s Initiative for Self Employment will discuss and present real-life examples.

Moderator Gabriel Najera, President, Najera Consulting Group

Julie Castro Abrams, CEO, Women’s Initiative for Self Employment, Member of the NCLR Board of Directors Moving Communities: Advocacy Tools for Change COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT Breakers D

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The nation is currently facing an economic crisis. The impact of such a crisis has made employment and income inconsistent in many disadvantaged communities.

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Panelists Alejandra Garza, President, Valoramás, Past Chair, Board of Directors, Instituto del Progreso Latino

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Consequently, the effects on education, health benefits, and laws have been deeply dependent on policymakers who don’t focus on the needs of the people in those communities. It is now parents and families who must take action and get involved in the policymaking process that affects them and their children directly.

Panelists Aidee Bautista, Program Coordinator, Mexican American Opportunity Foundation

Martin Castro, CEO/President, Mexican American Opportunity Foundation

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Vicky Santos, Vice President of Operations, Mexican American Opportunity Foundation.

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• EDUCATION

Young people are shaping our world and our future. This interactive workshop is primarily for teachers and community partners interested in harnessing the power of youth voices with culturally relevant service-learning projects. The nation’s youth must be engaged in diverse ways to lead the world of tomorrow within their communities today.

Panelists Heather McManus, Principal, Camino Nuevo Charter Academy

Veronica Haro, Teacher, Lighthouse Community Charter Protect Yourself, Protect Medicaid: Beneficiary Card-Sharing Education Presented by StrategicHealthSolutions, LLC as the Education Medicaid Integrity Contractor

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Moderator Feliza Ortiz-Licon, EdD, Director of Education, California and Far West Regions, NCLR

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Panelists Manuel Pubillones, MD, Medical Director, StrategicHealthSolutions, LLC as the Education MIC

Rick Zynda, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Subject Matter Expert, StrategicHealthSolutions, LLC as the Education MIC

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This presentation is an interactive train-thetrainer program with the goal of providing participants with information on how to use the Beneficiary Card-Sharing PowerPoint presentation for educating Medicaid beneficiaries regarding the issues and consequences of sharing or selling Medicaid identification cards or numbers.

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Facebook: What You Should Know about Online Safety Presented by Facebook DIGITAL BUSINESS Surf B

Safety is an ongoing conversation between parents and kids, teachers and students, and companies and the people who use their products and services. Ensuring safety requires a coordinated effort from everyone—whether by reporting inappropriate behavior or by making sure your account and passwords are secure.

Facebook is a place where you can connect and share openly and are surrounded by your friends and family—let’s work together to maintain a safe community in this space.

Speaker Susan Gonzales, Head of Community Engagement, Facebook Hispanic Broadband Access: Making the Most of the Mobile, Connected Future Presented by Mobile Future DIGITAL BUSINESS Surf A

The Hispanic community is increasingly relying on mobile services to access the Internet, often instead of home broadband connections. From improving health care and educational services to increasing economic and employment opportunities, wireless services are helping to bridge the digital divide for the Hispanic community.

Moderator Allison Remsen, Executive Director, Mobile Future Panelists Norelie Garcia, Associate Vice President of Federal Public Affairs, AT&T

Jorge Schement, Dean of the School of Communication & Information at Rutgers University, Advisor to the FCC (Invited)

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This session will explore The Hispanic Institute’s new report taking a closer look at what mobile connectivity means for Hispanics in today’s wireless world.

Brent Wilkes, National Executive Director, League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) (Invited)

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Perspective and Experiences of Senior Executives FEDERAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING Breakers E

This workshop will provide insights from SESers on their experience in applying for an SES position and on how individuals can develop their leadership style and qualifications. Participants will also learn tips and techniques on how to get into leadership positions.

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Presenters Karen E. Hanlon, Federal Security Director (Acting), Transportation Security Administration, McCarran International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada

Veronica E. Villalobos, Director, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, U.S. Office of Personnel Management Understanding the SES Process FEDERAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING Breakers F

This workshop will provide an overview of the SES—what it is and what it entails.

Participants will gain an understanding of the SES and knowledge of the selection process, as well as discuss the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

Presenter Barbara Colchao, Manager for Executive Resources and Performance Management Policy 9:00 a.m.–Noon Affiliate Lounge Event Need a Strategy for Organizational Growth: Meet with an Expert Today!

(Open only to staff/ board of NCLR Affiliates; appointment needed) Reef CF

Solicit feedback from Raza Development Fund experts about your plans for growth

Noon–2:30 p.m.

Tuesday Luncheon Co-Sponsored by Hyundai Motor America, JPMorgan Chase & Co., MGM Resorts International, Shell, Sodexo, Inc.

TUESDAY, JULY 10

and expansion in the next one to three years and receive feedback on how to explore new strategies. Experts will also be available to discuss preparations to purchase property, work with a lender, and apply for a loan or technical assistance. Come prepared with questions to ensure that your organization’s specific needs are addressed. Contact Vanessa Uribe at vuribe@nclr.org to reserve your appointment.

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Introductory Remarks Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO Keynote Speaker Hon. Joe Biden, Vice President of the United States of America Military Tribute Heroes & Heritage Award, Presented by Fernando Rey, President & Chief Executive Officer, Heroes & Heritage

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Emcee Maria Celeste Arraras, Al Rojo Vivo, Telemundo

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Familia es Familia: A Public Education Campaign in Partnership with National Hispanic Organizations COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT Surf B

• THE LGBT FAMILIA

There are many gay, lesbian, and transgender Latinos—there always have been. Ignoring this reality can harm our families and communities by creating division and anger instead of respect and harmony. It can also put Latinos at risk of isolation from one another, increasing the risk of suicide and making it difficult to care for one another. Experience tells us that the most effective approach is to get the conversation out of the shadows. This workshop is designed to help us have those conversations.

Moderator Laura M. Esquivel, MA, MPA, Esquivel Strategic Consulting, Co-Founder, Familia es Familia Panelists Ingrid Duran, Co-Founder, D&P Creative Strategies, Co-Founder, Familia es Familia Russell Roybal, Deputy Executive Director of External Relations, National Gay and Lesbian Task Force

Thalia Zepatos, Director of Public Education, Freedom to Marry

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If we are to increase the number of Latino students who graduate from high school and are ready for college, we must also change the common perception that some students are simply not good at math. Students participating in NCLR’s Formative Assessments for Learning project have gone from having negative misconceptions about math to being active participants in the classroom by employing certain tools and strategies.

Panelists Daniela Figueroa, Math Teacher, Luz Guerrero Early College High School

Viviana Fimbres, Math Teacher, Luz Guerrero Early College High School Roger Ramirez, Math Teacher, George I. Sanchez Charter High School

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Moderator Dolores Gomez, Director of Education, Northeast and Southeast Regions, NCLR

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Math + Youth = Success: A New Answer to an Old Equation

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WORKSHOPS

Preparing the ECQs FEDERAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING Breakers F

The workshop will provide guidance on writing effective ECQs when applying for an SES position or an SES Career Development Program. Participants will also learn helpful hints for preparing their submissions.

Presenter Barbara Colchao, Manager for Executive Resources and Performance Management Policy

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This workshop will provide insights from SESers on their experience in applying for an SES position and on how individuals can develop their leadership style and qualifications. Participants will also learn tips and techniques on how to get into leadership positions.

Presenters Karen E Hanlon, Federal Security Director (Acting), Transportation Security Administration, McCarran International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada

Veronica E. Villalobos, Director, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, U.S. Office of Personnel Management

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8:00–10:30 p.m.

Awards Gala Co-Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company, Ford Motor Company, UPS, Walmart (Gala doors open at 7:30 p.m.)

Mandalay Bay Ballroom

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7:00–8:00 p.m.

President’s Reception Co-Lead Sponsors, Anheuser-Busch, Marriott International, Inc.

10:30 p.m.–1:00 a.m.

Awards Gala After-Party Mandalay Bay Ballroom EF

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LÍDERES SUMMIT AGENDA LÍDERES SUMMIT

Sparking a Movement

FRIDAY, JULY 6 10:30 a.m.–Noon

LÍDERES SUMMIT REGISTRATION

Breakers Registration

12:30–2:00 p.m.

LÍDERES WELCOME LUNCHEON

Featuring a Desfile de Quinceañeras (fashion show) by Quinceañera magazine Keynote Speaker: Assemblywoman Lucy Flores, Nevada State Assembly 2012 NCLR ANNUAL CONFERENCE

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Work It! Maximize Your NCLR Líderes Summit Experience Presented by Ernesto Mejia, Vice President, Coolspeak, Inc., and representatives from the 2012 Líderes Summit Staff Lagoon E

Knowledge Is Power! Achieving Success as a First-Generation College Student Presented by Danah Blackwell, Lisa Estrada, Jonathan Morales, and Jose Jacobo, students; and Leticia Valle and Gustavo Salazar II, Texas A&M International University, TRiO Student Support Services Lagoon F

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Tips from Insiders: A Fed’s Guide to Launching a Career in the Government Presented by Ilka Rodriguez-Diaz, Chief Workforce Planning Analytics, NRO and CIA Officer, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

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The How-To’s of Developing a Winning Mentorship Program Presented by Jacob Henning, student; and Omar Diaz, Program Coordinator, Latino Cultural Center, Purdue University Latino Cultural Center (LCC) – Embajadores Mentor Program

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3:30–4:30 p.m.

LÍDERES STUDENT PLENARY

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4:30–5:30 p.m.

LÍDERES WORKSHOP SESSION II Sex Education Advocacy: Helping Youth Make Sound and Healthy Choices Presented by April Flores and Ana Laura Rivera, Advocates for Youth

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Organizing for Change: Join the Líderes Congreso Movement Featuring representatives from NCLR’s 2012 Líderes Empowered leadership development and civic engagement program; Aurora Diaz, Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans; Jeremy Pezua, Centro Hispano; and Wendy Gantiva, Alivio Medical Center

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Students Empowering Students: Recruitment and Retention Strategies for Latino Youth Presented by Julema Perez and Luis León, University of the Pacific students; and Dr. Inés Ruiz-Huston, Latino/a Community Outreach Coordinator, University of the Pacific Lagoon F

Turning Communities Around: The Power of Service Learning Councils Presented by Sandra Diaz, Isle Garcia, Janet Garcia, Daniel Gutierrez, Garry Pan, and Jesus Rico, students, Para Los Niños

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Organizing for a Cause: Mastering the Art Presented by Maura Larios, Jose Ortez, and Tomas Alvarez, AmeriCorps volunteers, Latin American Youth Center Lagoon K

Tap In to Your Inner Leader: Exploring the Power of Spoken Word Presented by poet, activist, and educator “Reyes”; and Jessie Fuentes, Youth Director of Batey Urbano and student at Northeastern Illinois University Lagoon L

7:00–9:00 p.m.

Sparking a Movement: Igniting the Fire Within Featured Speaker: Hon. Ruben Kihuen, Nevada State Senate Ballet folklorico performance from artistic director Jacquelyn Guzman and dancers Lagoon Ballroom

10:00 p.m.–Midnight

LÍDERES GOZADERA (DANCE PARTY)

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LÍDERES NOCHE DE BIENVENIDA (WELCOME DINNER)

Lagoon Ballroom

SATURDAY, JULY 7 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

We Have Seen the Future, and the Future Is Ours Mandalay Bay Ballroom E

Opening Remarks Hon. Raul Yzaguirre, U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Moderator Yarel Ramos, Host of mun2’s “Reventon con Yarel” Panelists Jorge Plasencia, Chairman and CEO, República, Chair of the NCLR Board of Directors

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Astrid Silva, Founding member, DREAM Big Vegas; President, Clark County Young Democrats Cindy Zavala, 2012 NCLR Líderes Summit Staff, Miss Sister City 2008, Co-Director of the Latino and American Student Organization (LASO), American University 3:00–4:00 p.m.

LÍDERES WORKSHOP SESSION III

Speak with Confidence y con ganas!

Presented by Ignacio Cervantes, Vanessa Gallegos, Alejandra Saldaña, Carolina Soria, Cindy Vargas, and Alex Villa, Aurora University students; and Dr. Eva Serrano, Aurora University faculty

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MOBILE-ize the Vote!

Presented by Ellie Klerlein, Associate Director of Digital Organizing, NCLR; Jennifer Edwards, Associate Coordinator of Digital Organizing, NCLR; and Joe Posada, Member of the 2012 Líderes Youth Advisory Committee Lagoon F

Get a Grip! Manage and Conquer Your Post-College Debt Presented by Victor Burrola, Director, NCLR Homeownership Network Lagoon J

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Opportunity Starts Here: Set Your Career in Motion Presented by Cristian Marroquin, teller, student; Jolene Georges, Vice President, recruiter; Misha Boyd-Harris, Vice President, executive recruiter; and Pam Hannah, Vice President, HR manager, Bank of America

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Promotores de Salud: You Can Help Make Your Community Healthy and Strong Presented by Manuela McDonough, Program Manager, Institute for Hispanic Health, NCLR; and Elizabeth Cervantes, Member of the 2012 Líderes Youth Advisory Committee

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4:10–4:50 p.m.

Making a Winning Impression: Interview Tips for the Hopeful Candidate Presented by Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Lagoon Ballroom

5:00–6:00 p.m.

LÍDERES WORKSHOP SESSION IV

Choose the Road Less Traveled!

Start a Student Organization on Campus Presented by Jerrad Schendel, Green Development Coalition; and Susan Taylor, Alpha Phi Omega, student at University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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Destination “Real Life” Presented by Vanessa Jaramillo-Cano, student, UNLV; Cecilia Maldonado-Daniels, Assistant Professor in Workforce Education & Development, UNLV; Louis Olivas, Professor Emeritus, W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University; and Eric Moreno, Agent, and Eddie Toro, DirectorRecruiting, State Farm Insurance Lagoon F

The Inside Scoop: Policy from a Student Perspective Presented by Joe Carreon, Editor-in-Chief, Harvard Journal of Hispanic Policy, and Mark Truman, former Senior Editor for Print Interviews, Harvard Journal of Hispanic Policy, Harvard Kennedy School Lagoon J

LGBT Bullying: Why Young Latinos Should Care Presented by Ricardo Martinez, Community Initiatives Manager, Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) Lagoon K

8:00–10:00 p.m.

LÍDERES NOCHE DE PREMIOS (LÍDERES AWARDS CEREMONY)

Sparking a Movement: Fueling the Light Lagoon Ballroom

SUNDAY, JULY 8

Presented by the U.S. Department of the Interior (Go on an educational outing to a local national park! Limited availability!

For more information, please email leadership@nclr.org.)

2:00–3:00 p.m.

2012 NCLR YOUTH LEADERSHIP NETWORKING RECEPTION

Lagoon Ballroom

5:15–6:15 p.m.

LÍDERES CHECK-IN

Going Further On One Gallon of Fuel Presented by Shell and students from the 2012 Shell Eco-marathon Americas Lagoon Ballroom

8:00–10:00 p.m.

LÍDERES CULTURAL TALENT SHOWCASE Lagoon Ballroom

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Nurturing Latino Leadership, Building Up Tomorrow’s Workforce Hosted by the Líderes Initiative and NCLR Escalera Program By invitation only!

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EXPLORING THE BEAUTY OF OUR NATIONAL PARKS

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MONDAY, JULY 9 10:00–Noon

LÍDERES CHECK-IN

NCLR Policy Updates Impacting Youth Today!

Panel and Issue-Briefing Caucuses moderated by Liany Elba Arroyo, Associate Director, Education and Children’s Policy Project, NCLR Presented by the Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation, NCLR Lagoon Ballroom

4:50–6:50 p.m.

LÍDERES CHECK-IN

Screening of the film The Latino List 2012 NCLR ANNUAL CONFERENCE

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LÍDERES DESPEDIDA (CLOSING SESSION)

Bringing the Movement Home Lagoon Ballroom

TUESDAY, JULY 10 While the official close of the 2012 Líderes Summit is on Monday evening, you are welcome to attend any of the NCLR events on Tuesday!

WEDNESDAY, JULY 11

JOIN US NEXT YEAR AT THE 2013 LÍDERES SUMMIT IN NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

LÍDERES SUMMIT

9:00 a.m.–Noon Hotel checkout and departure for general Conference participants

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SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS TITLE SPONSOR 119 UPS NCLR FAMILY/FAMILIA PAVILION EXHIBITORS B7 Decisive Latino Magazine B11 El Mundo Spanish Newspaper B9 Entravision Communications Corporation B8 Hispanic Network/Professional Woman’s Magazine B12 The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education Magazine B10 KTNV-TV Channel 13 Las Vegas B15 Las Vegas Review-Journal and El Tiempo B6 Latino Print Network B5 Lotus Broadcasting 3 NCLR Advocacy Central 2 NCLR ALMA Awards® 1 NCLR Publications 115 New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau B14 Somos Primos B13/B16 Univision Radio 119 UPS B1 Vegas PBS

CO-LEAD SPONSORS 1001 Eli Lilly and Company 1221 Walgreens CO-SPONSORS 1009 Humana Inc. 1301 Vistakon®, Division of Johnson &

Johnson Vision Care, Inc.

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EXHIBITORS 1208 Access to Healthcare Network 1015 Alzheimer’s Association 1311 American Diabetes Association 833 BMW of North America 1019 Boehringer Ingelheim

Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1200 Centers for Medicare &

Medicaid Services 1108 COPD Foundation 1001 Eli Lilly and Company 1107 Families USA and NCLR Health 1127 Family Ties of Nevada 1119 Farmworker Justice 1316 FDA/CDER 1314 FDA Office of Women’s Health 1112 FirstMed Health and

Wellness Center 1214 Foundation for Positively Kids 1009 Humana Inc. 1224 Las Vegas Urban League 1103 LiveStrong 1206 March of Dimes Foundation

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1113 National Institute of Allergy and

Infectious Diseases (NIH/NIAID) 1202 National Institutes of Health,

National Eye Institute 1319 National Latino Children’s Institute 1111 National Library of Medicine 1209 Nevada Obstetrical Charity Clinic / REACH Ventanilla de Salud 1115 NIH AIDS Research Program 1116 Office of Minority Health 1312 Patient Advocate Foundation 1212 Planned Parenthood Federation

of America 948 REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) 1213 Roseman University of Health

Sciences, College of Pharmacy 1226 Rx Outreach 1125 St. Rose Dominican Hospitals 1101 Southern Nevada Health District 1511/1521 Southern Nevada Youth

Tennis Foundation 1013 Susan G. Komen,

Lazos que perduran 1210 U.S. Department of Housing and

Urban Development, Office of

Healthy Homes and Lead

Hazard Control 1148 USTA Nevada 1301 Vistakon®, Division of Johnson and

Johnson Vision Care, Inc. 1221 Walgreens

CO-ANCHOR SPONSORS 133 Bank of America 533 TOYOTA

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EXHIBITORS 448 24/7 Card 341 American Federation of Teachers 133 Bank of America 245 Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas 830 Entravision Las Vegas 249 Family Guidance and Wellness

Network / Dr. Yuli Network 645 Federal Communications Commission 838 Federal Deposit Insurance

Corporation (FDIC) 647 Federal Trade Commission 342 Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada 649 GobiernoUSA.GOV – GSA 348 Hilton Worldwide 938 Hispanic Medal of Honor (HMOH) 747/846 Honey Nut Cheerios®,

America’s Favorite Cereal 446 HUD-FHA 544 Johnson & Johnson 843 Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers 339 MetLife Auto & Home® 746 National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse 438 NCLR Homeownership Network 440 NeighborWorks America 442 Nevada H.A.N.D., Inc. 237 Nielsen 842 Office of the Comptroller

of the Currency

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COMMUNITY/EL BARRIO PAVILION

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243 Peep and the Big Wide World 748 Securities and Exchange Commission 343 SEIU and the Latino Vote 839 Share International USA 345 State Farm Insurance 733 The TJX Companies, Inc. 533 TOYOTA 739 U.S. Army Reserve 743 U.S. Citizenship

and Immigration Services 744 U.S. Consumer Product

Safety Commission 444 U.S. Department of the Treasury 841 U.S. Immigration and

Customs Enforcement 737 U.S. Postal Service 337 Walmart 539 Wells Fargo CULTURE AND HISTORY/ EL MUSEO PAVILION CO-ANCHOR SPONSORS 153 Hyundai Motor America 353 Univision Communications Inc. EXHIBITORS 659 AIP Academy of the Arts 758 Albuquerque Hispano Chamber

of Commerce 553 ConAgra Foods 653 Friends of the American

Latino Museum 153 Hyundai Motor America 752 McDonald’s Corporation

Nuestro Rio PepsiCo, Inc. Univision Communications Inc.

TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT/ EL FUTURO PAVILION ANCHOR SPONSOR 609 Telemundo

CAREER AND EDUCATION/ TUS OPORTUNIDADES PAVILION EXHIBITORS 1014 AGMUS Ventures 921 CareerOneStop 1020 Central Intelligence Agency 922 College of Southern Nevada 929 Danya International, Inc. 915 Education MIC, Strategic Health

Solutions, LLC 1028 Family Leadership Initiative

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EXHIBITORS 720 American Chemical Society 724 American Latino Heritage Fund

of the National Park Foundation 719 AT&T 826 Best Buy Co., Inc. 828 The Boeing Company 627 Microsoft Corporation 713 Nissan Americas 731 Springs Preserve 609 Telemundo 727 ValoraMรกs

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917 Hispanic Women’s Corporation 815 MGM Resorts International 931 Nevada Partners 823 Nevada State College 928 Selective Service System 829 Social Security Administration 831 Southern Nevada Hispanic

Employment Program and

Youth Council 924 Springfield College,

School of Human Services 923 Sprint 827 Transportation Security Administration 1018 United States Census Bureau 926 United States Marine Corps 1030 University of Nevada, Las Vegas 825 USDA Forest Service 1016 U.S. Department of Labor:

Job Corps 930 Vegas Virtual Online Education 919 YMCA of the USA

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NCLR ANNUAL CONFERENCE TITLE SPONSOR Walmart ®

TITLE SPONSOR UPS

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DIAMOND Bank of America Comcast NBCU & Telemundo Hyundai Motor America State Farm Insurance TOYOTA Univision Communications Inc.

GOLD ConAgra Foods Johnson & Johnson Kraft Foods McDonald’s Corporation PepsiCo, Inc. Wells Fargo

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SILVER AT&T Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Honey Nut Cheerios®, America’s Favorite Cereal jcpenney Nissan Americas The Walt Disney Company BRONZE Facebook Hilton Worldwide MGM Resorts International Nationwide Insurance Nielsen The TJX Companies, Inc. CORPORATE Best Buy Co., Inc. The Boeing Company Central Intelligence Agency Honda Marriott International, Inc. MetLife Auto & Home® Pfizer Helpful Answers® Prudential U.S. Army Reserve Western Union

WORKSHOP TRACK SPONSORS

EDUCATION Co-Sponsors Baxter International Inc. Honda

SPONSORS

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT SPONSOR U.S. Army Reserve

HEALTH Sponsor Baxter International Inc.

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POLICY Sponsor American Federation of Teachers

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