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MUNICIPALITIES AND PERCENTAGES OF LATINOS LIVING IN NEW JERSEY MUNICIPIO

PERTH AMBOY UNION CITY WEST NEW YORK PASSAIC DOVER

82% 80% 77% 74% 77% GUTTENBERG 66% ELIZABETH 64% PATERSON 61%

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FAIRVIEW PROSPECT PARK NEW BRUNSWICK BOUND BROOK BRIDGETON

59% 56% 53% 52% 51% WHARTON 50%

FREEHOLD 50% CAMDEN 48%

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HALEDON N. PLAINFIELD KEARNY PLEASANTVILLE BOGOTA PLAINFIELD HARRISON RIDGEFIELD PARK

48% 47% 47% 46% 45% 44%

44% 43%

MUNICIPIO VINELAND HACKENSACK CLIFTON RED BANK NEWARK LODI TRENTON GARFIELD

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39% 38% 37% 37% 36% 36%

GARFIELD MORRISTOWN RAHWAY LONG BRANCH ATLANTIC CITY

36% 33% 33% 31% 19%

36% 36%

I believe that my ideas are worth giving it my best I believe in, push and support good causes for the community. I believe in culturally rich neighborhoods giving children a safe environment to live and play. I believe I can help build better families, communities, cities, and states. I believe in causes that are conscious, peaceful, and harmonious. I believe that one good cause can change the world. I believe that the current state of my country is a good reason to try to better the lives of its people. I believe that culture, heritage, folklore, and language are the bedrock of stronger and healthier communities. I bring to life ideas that help people change their ways and thinking. I am motivated by social causes. I am motivated by causes for life. I am motivated by diversity. I am an agent of social impact. My work-My ideas-My time-My creativity is at the service of good causes.

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OUR CHILDREN AND THE FUTURE

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Latino heritage and culture are rich and diverse, full of traditions, values and experiences that have been passed down from generation to generation. As Latino families settle in different parts of the world, the question arises of how we can preserve and pass on this heritage to our children. In an increasingly globalized world, it is essential to keep our Latin roots alive and ensure that our children can connect with their cultural identity. Here are some ways to achieve this. 1. The power of the family narrative Sharing personal and family stories is a powerful way to connect children to their Latino heritage. The stories of grandparents, great-grandparents, and other relatives who lived in countries of origin can be a valuable link to history and cultural traditions. 2. Celebrate festivities and traditions Latin festivities and traditions are a fundamental part of our culture. From the Day of the Dead in Mexico to Christmas festivities throughout Latin America, these celebrations offer unique opportunities to pass on cultural heritage to our children. Participating in these festivities and explaining their meaning is a great way to keep the culture alive. 3. Latin cuisine at home Food plays a crucial role in Latin culture. Teaching your children to cook traditional Latin dishes not only allows them to connect with culinary heritage, but also encourages an appreciation of the diversity of flavors and textures that our home countries offer. Involve your children in the kitchen. 4. Learn the language Language is one of the most important pillars of Latin culture. Encourage the learning and use of Spanish at home, even if you live in a country where the predominant language is different. Speaking Spanish at home can help maintain info@thelatinoindex.com

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connection to the culture and facilitate communication with family members in Latin America. 5. Promote respect for diversity Latin culture is diverse and encompasses a wide range of countries, traditions and experiences. Teach your children to respect and value this diversity, as well as appreciate the cultural differences within the Latino community. 6. Connections with the Latin community Getting involved in the local Latino community can be a great way to preserve Latino culture and heritage. Participate in cultural events, dance groups, music classes or any activity that promotes connection with other Latinos and cultural exchange. Look for books, movies and music that reflect Latin culture and share these works with your children. Explores the history of Latin America and discusses important cultural and social issues. Preserving Latin heritage and culture in our children is an ongoing commitment. It takes time, effort and patience, but the benefits are invaluable. By doing so, we are helping our children develop a strong Latino identity and appreciate the beauty and diversity of our culture, while helping to keep our roots alive for future generations.

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TO HIGHLIGHT MATEO GARCÍA Mateo García was elected to the Somerville Board of Education in New Jersey, becoming the first Hispanic to hold this position in his municipality. The Board of Education is responsible for creating policies and goals for the school district, and in his role, Mateo aims to amplify the Latino voice to ensure that students from minority families receive a quality public education.

For Mateo, the concept of community service is an integral part of his identity. He learned from a young age about the importance of helping others. In addition to being involved in educational discussions, Mateo has also participated in town hall meetings in the city of Somerville, where he frequently engages in public conversations on important topics such as regulating high rental prices and the need to maintain safe and healthy public spaces for children and families to play. Thanks to Mateo's efforts and public actions, the Municipality of Somerville repaired two basketball courts that were flooded after Hurricane Ida in 2021. His greatest motivation is a dedication to public service, something he learned from his mother: "Always do the right thing, even when no one is watching." Mateo García studied political science and international relations at George Washington University in Washington D.C.

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Priscilla Garces is a recognized disability advocate/ activist, a Climate Reality leader/mentor and Founder of Always Forward. She earned with honors, a bachelor’s degree in Diplomacy and International Relations, a Minor in Latin-American Studies and Spanish from Seton Hall University, a professional Certificate of Bilingual Translation from New York University, and later a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Leadership/ Development from Fordham University, despite her visual impairment. Throughout her career, she worked alongside elected officials and has actively participated in various leadership committees like the Diversity and Inclusion Council for Governor Murphy, The NJ Women's March steering Committee, The People's Climate Movement, and she is currently co-chair of the NJYD Disability caucus, a member of the Union County Advisory Board on Persons with Disabilities, Union County Human Services Advisory Council, (HSAC) and the Union Township Mental Health and Disabilities committee, and recently, an elected member of the Union County Committee, appointed as 4th Vice-Chair. She is now an elected member of the Board of Trustees of the New Jersey Fund for The Blind Inc. Priscilla has participated as a speaker/panelist at several conferences, the March for Science in 2018, addressing the importance on promoting awareness about climate change, , the 2022 NJ Women’s March, addressing the importance of voting, and recently, at the Women’s Federation for World Peace International as a speaker sharing her life experiences as a blind woman and her vision of peace. Because of her outstanding leadership and work, she has been featured as #1 in the Insider NJ list of the most influential Millennials of 2019, and recently #79 in the Insider NJ list of Top 100 Policy-makers of 2023, and consecutively featured in the list of The 100Top Latinos of New Jersey by the Latino Index NJ, for her contributions in collaboration with the New Jersey Disability Collective in the passage of “WorkAbility,” a legislative policy signed by Governor Murphy in 2022, for her leadership in organizing several informative forums, among other initiatives with her organization in collaboration with diverse organizations like Unesco For Peace, and recently, her partnership with WFWPI, Save Me Movement and Universal Peace Federation, in co-organizing the UN Day commemorative forum at Kean University, resulting in her being recognized and appointed as an Ambassador for Peace on behalf of Universal Peace Federation and Women’s Federation for World Peace International. She hopes to continue leading with purpose, and wisdom to motivate our communities to do the same, now and beyond with a renewed vision of hope for a brighter future full of peace.

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Robert Menendez

Senator One Gateway Ctr., Ste. 1100 Newark, NJ 07102 (973) 645-3030

Robert Menendez Jr

Congressman 257 Cornelison Ave., Ste. 4408 Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 309-0301

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Nellie Pou

Caucus Chair

100 Hamilton Plaza Suite 1405 Paterson, NJ 07505 (973) 247-1555 SenPou@njleg.org

Pedro Mejia 1 Harmon Plaza Suite 205 Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 770-1303 AsmMejia@njleg.org

Annette Chaparro 80 River Street 2do Piso Hoboken, NJ 07030 (201) 683-7917 AswQuijano@njleg.org

Nilsa I. Cruz-Perez 231-L Market Street 515 South White Gloucester County Justice Camden, NJ 08102 Horse Pike Complex Annex (856) 541-1251 Audubon, NJ 08106 114 North Broad Street (856) 547-4800 Woodbury, NJ 08096 (856) 853-2960 SenCruzPerez@njleg.org

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Janet Pagan, CEO,

Janet Pagan Home Loans and Branch Manager with Paramount Residential Mortgage Group, Inc. NMLS #220666

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President Elect 23-24 Fort Lee Rotary Club Alumni, Board Director, Women with Vision, National Association for Hispanic Real Estate Professionals Member of the NJ Mortgage Bankers Association Women’s Committee Board Member and Corporate Director - Hudson County Latin American Chamber of Commerce An exemplary business woman, Entrepreneur and leader of development in her lending community Janet has twenty-five years of expertise in the mortgage lending industry as an entrepreneur, Janet Pagan has helped hundreds of Hispanic homebuyers realize the American dream of home ownership. She has built a business based on consistent referrals and educating borrowers regarding the complex home buying process and mortgage options so they can make informed decisions that will give them financing tailored to their needs, listening to those needs and future desires, and pairing them with the best loan program to fit their lifestyle. Her Borrowers can realize the American dream of sustainable homeownership and continue to build wealth through to their new generation. Janet contributes to her community by referring borrowers and business partners to local businesses. During her free time Janet loves spending time with her family, helping her community, mentoring young women, reading a good book, a trip to the museum and actively participate in groups and associations.

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M. Teresa RUIZ Presidenta de Senado Pro-Tempore 166 Bloomfield Avenue Newark, NJ 07104 (973) 484-1000 SenRuiz@njleg.org

Angélica M. JIMENEZ Diputada Parlamentaria 5600 Kennedy Blvd. Suite 104 West New York, NJ 07093 (201) 223-4247 AswJimenez@njleg.org

Yvonne LOPEZ Vicepresidenta de Transportes y Autoridades Independientes 211 Front Street Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 (732) 638-5057 AswLopez@njleg.org

Gabriela M. Mosquera 1379 Chews Landing Rd. Laurel Springs, NJ 08021 (856) 401-3073 AswMosquera@njleg.org

129 Johnson Road Suite 1 Turnersville, NJ 08012 (856) 232-6700

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Eliana Pintor Marin Chair de Presupuesto 263 Lafayette St. 1st Floor Newark, NJ 07105 (973) 589-0713 AswPintorMarin@njleg.org

Annette QUIJANO 985 Stuyvesant Avenue Union, NJ 07083 (908) 327-9119 AswChaparro@njleg.org

1120 East Jersey Street Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (908) 327-9119

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COMMUNITY IMPACT ANALYSIS Macro and Micro Impact Analysis community in relation to the integral development of the Latino collective in the United States with ranking based on Culture and Heritage. LEADERSHIP

a person who makes significant contributions to build a sense of unity and purpose in their community. The nominee must demonstrate an ability to build stronger communities by supporting personal growth and development.. VOCATION

Overcome the obstacles Hispanics face in search of education and work, while highlighting their leadership, opportunities and service to the community and implementing solutions to ensure the health and well-being of our Latino community.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Significant activities and contributions to your community through your own time, actions, talents, and dedication (outside of any volunteer work performed for your employer and/or company). You must serve as a model of compassion and service, and you must strive to make the world a better place. He/she must have a passion for helping others in their community. CULTURE, HERITAGE AND LANGUAGE

Activities and contributions generate collective development. The nominee's use of the Spanish language is very important for this activity. Additionally, ranking is given to activities based on national or traditional festivities – with the aim of keeping our Latinness alive.

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Germain Ortiz She was born in the US to Colombian parents and has a double major from Seton Hall University in Spanish and Communications. She is a securities analyst at the New York Institute of Finance. She worked at Dinsmore Capital Management on Wall Street, where she became a vice president. She is the first Latina to lead the Board of Commissioners as president. In 2020, she became Chair of the Bergen County Complete Count Committee, where she successfully led an effort to properly allocate resources for a 2020 Census complete count. Thanks to her leadership, Bergen County had its best ever count ever. of the census in 20 years despite all the setbacks caused by the pandemic.

Ladaena D. Thomas Born in California, she was brought to Penns Grove in 1990, where she lived for 15 years. She then moved to Los Angeles, where she coached football, basketball and tee-ball. She worked at Health Care Dual Diagnosis as a counselor for at-risk youth, developing and implementing mentoring, antigang, and substance abuse programs for the School District. In hers returned to Penns Grove, because of her leadership abilities, LaDaena was urged to run as a candidate for mayor. Despite the obstacles, she wins her nomination, making her the first African-American woman to be elected mayor of Penns Grove and Salem County. Currently, she serves on the board of directors for Delaware's Phenomenal Women and is actively involved in developing community programs for youth and seniors within the Dunleith, Delaware community. https://bit.ly/3oT6BN4

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Javier Jimenez He graduated with high honors from the School of Business Administration, with a concentration in Accounting, University of Mayagüez. He is a certified public accountant, and he has practiced it for 21 years in private practice. He was President of the Municipal Legislature of San Sebastián from 1993 to 1995. On November 2, 2004, he was elected Mayor, where he took on the great challenge of taking over the reins of a municipality with a deficit of 4 million, making it currently one with a surplus of 7 million. He managed to revalidate as mayor in 2008, 2012, 2016, 2018, 2022 and achieved an agreement with the city of Newark, New Jersey sister city.

REED GUSCIORA Reed Gusciora was born in Passaic, New Jersey. He was sworn in as Mayor of the City of Trenton on July 1, 2018. Gusciora practiced employment, banking and personal injury law. In 2007, Gusciora was appointed Assistant City Attorney for the City of Trenton. He has served as a municipal attorney in Princeton, Lawrence Township and Hopewell Borough. He was also an adjunct professor in the Department of Political Science at The College of New Jersey. He is a member of the Mercer ARC Board. In addition, he served in the New Jersey General Assembly representing the 15th Legislative District. In the Assembly, during the course of his tenure, he served as chair of the Commerce and Economic Development, Environment and Solid Waste, and Regulatory Oversight committees. and Federal Relations of the Assembly.

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Nilsa Cruz-Perez Senator Nilsa Cruz-Pérez was sworn in in the New State Senate Jersey on December 15, 2014. She was born and raised in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. She studied at the University of Puerto Rico, specializing in Political Science. In 1981, she was honorably discharged from the Army. In Camden City, she was elected to lead the Camden County Department of Constituent Services and the Office of Hispanic Affairs. Additionally, she was elected to the New Jersey General Assembly and is the 1st Hispanic female state legislator in NJ history. As a member of the New Jersey General Assembly, Nilsa Cruz-Perez was Chair of the Committee on Consumer Affairs and a member of the Committee on Housing and Local Government, the Committee on Human Services, and the Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs.

Saul Escalante He was born in the municipality of Monjas, department of Jalapa, Guatemala. At the age of 13, he traveled to the United States to join his family and thus fulfill his dreams. His entrepreneurial capacity allowed him to found his first company in Stanford, Connecticut, with which he was able to give him job opportunities and improve the quality of life of monks and other residents of the State. After more than 10 years of staying in the United States, where he acquired his American nationality, he decides to return to his native country, Guatemala, to the La Libertad, Monjas, Jalapa neighborhood and starts a company to continue generating more job opportunities. In 2019, he ran for the first time as a candidate for mayor of Monjas, Jalapa and won the elections in his municipality. https://bit.ly/3oT6BN4

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Angel Fuentes

Claribel Cortes

He has been a resident of the City of Camden since 1973. He was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and at the age of 5, his family moved to Brooklyn, NY. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1980 and received his bachelor's degree in Philosophy from St. John Vianney College and Seminary in Miami, Florida in 1985. His mother, who remains a source of inspiration to him, had an education of second grade. she, she instilled in him fundamental values and spirituality, how to help those in need, which guide him to this day. In the June 6, 2017 primary election and the November 7, 2018 general election, he won the election with the most votes for the City Council at large for a 4-year term.

She became the Surrogate of Middlesex County on March 26, 2021. She is the first female Surrogate and the first Latina constitutional officer in the history of Middlesex County. A dedicated public servant prior to assuming the role of Representative for Middlesex County, Surrogate Cortes has served as a councilwoman and communications liaison for the North Brunswick Township Council since 2020. Since 2017, she has been vice president and member of the board of the Statewide New Jersey Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, which represents more than 119,000 Hispanic-owned businesses throughout the State of New Jersey. She is also a past member of the Middlesex College Board of Trustees.

Hector Lora

Judith Sanchez

He was born and raised in the City of Passaic, NJ. He is the son of Dominican immigrants Alejandro and Maritza Lora and the brother of five siblings: Manuel, Henry, Alex, Ángela and Rita Lora. Hector worked at St. Mary's Hospital in Passaic for more than 14 years, where he served as director of several ancillary departments and as a patient and public health liaison within the public relations and marketing department. Today, Hector C. Lora serves as mayor of his hometown of Passaic, NJ. He also served as board president of the Crossroads Cultural Center at Crossroads Church in Clifton, New Jersey, a board member of Legacy Minded Men Ministry, and a member of the pastor network of Star of Hope Ministry in Paterson.

She is a proud wife and mother of two children who emigrated from the Dominican Republic at a young age. As an ESL student, she attended and graduated from the Passaic Public School system in 2000 and then enrolled at Passaic County Community College and earned an Associate's degree in Humanities and Liberal Arts. Judith is an active member of the community, serving on various organizations and boards that advocate for those less fortunate. She is a youth mentor and Bible study teacher at First Free United Methodist Church, providing guidance and empowerment to the youth of Passaic.

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Princeton Councilwoman Leticia Fraga announced that she will run for reelection to a second term in the upcoming election. As the first Latino person to hold elected office in Princeton, Fraga focused her first two years in office on affordability, equity, sustainability and quality of life. During her tenure, she served as Princeton Police Commissioner, liaison to the Youth Advisory Committee, representative to the Civil Rights Commission and the Human Services Commission, and liaison to the Board of Health. Have the opportunity to amplify the drive, goodwill and experience to work alongside colleagues, elected and volunteers, to build on our achievements.

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Alissa Kats

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She is a Spanish teacher for 7th and 8th grade students at Lawrence Middle School in Lawrenceville, NJ. The school has just completed its 1st year with a program, after training in technology and being ready for this initiative. Alyssa has played an active role in integrating technology into classrooms, both in her own classroom and as a technology mentor and presenter to her colleagues. She understands the value of applying technology, without forgetting the most important thing in education, which is leading with content. Alyssa understands that it is students who should do most of the work in and out of the classroom, to increase their knowledge of Spanish and improve their communication and presentation skills.

Born and raised in Trenton, New Jersey's West Ward, Crystal Feliciano is an exceptional leading figure who strives to positively impact her community. With more than 26 years of auditing experience at the corporate, state, municipal and nonprofit levels, Feliciano is a proud Trenton Central High School finance teacher entering her third year of teaching. Truly committed to the education of young people, she instills in them the necessary gems of managing finances, the importance of being financially responsible and lessons on financial literacy; giving them a broader perspective on how and what it means to be prepared to enter the real world.

Denise Fernandes

Familia Bansil

We help families and children with food, clothing, furniture, household items and personal toys, we send boxes to countries where there is a need; Mexico Salvador, Guatemala and sometimes in my free time I give ray for the Guatemalan consulate in Philadelphia without charge, I do it as a volunteer and from the heart helping my neighbor, I give backpacks totally free. All this in memory of my son Kevin Rafael Gonzales fulfilling the desire of his dream to follow my example of blessing families.

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I am the president and founder of the Atlantic County Hispanic Alliance. I have served on numerous organizational boards, I started the Atlantic County Hispanic Alliance in 1992, which operated for 15 years. Through the Alliance, I hosted an annual Latino Festival that drew 10,000 people and awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships. In 2010 I started a public affairs show called Latino Motion on NBC40, which focuses on reporting on issues and resources of importance to the Latino community. 5 years ago, the program moved to Stockton University and reaches Atlantic, Cumberland and Gloucester counties.

The mayor has been transcendental in his decision to communicate Live the State of the City of Newark in Spanish 2021/2022. Thus contributing to thousands of residents being incorporated into the development events of Newark. Mayor Ras Barak's SIMULTANEOUS TRANSMISSION made history for being one of the most important cities on the coast and also for including the Spanishspeaking community. The fatal effects of the pandemic skyrocketed Newark's unemployment level from 5% to a record 22% percent. Two years later, with the work of Mayor Ras Baraka, this percentage was lowered to 8%. His commitment to the Latino community is reflected through multiple cultural, educational and international events in Spanish.

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He was born and raised in Belleville and graduated from the Belleville Public School System. She received a Bachelor's degree in Communications from William Paterson University and is pursuing a Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning. An established businessman and local government communications professional, Michael previously served as a Belleville councilman from 2000 to 2004 and returned to public service in 2018 when he was elected mayor. A firm believer in a #BetterBelleville, he has been investing in the prosperity of his hometown for many years. In 2005 he founded AlphaDog Solutions, a local government communications company, and set up shop not far from his childhood home.

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On January 1, 2011, Richard H. Berdnik was sworn in as the 49th Sheriff of Passaic County. On January 1, 2014 he began his second term. Prior to becoming Sheriff, Berdnik had a distinctive twenty-eight year career with the Clifton Police Department. Upon retirement, Berdnik was the Commander of the Youth Division and SWAT Team; Previously, he had held virtually every position in the agency. During his career at Clifton, Berdnik received numerous commendations for exceptional service and received many certifications in various law enforcement roles.

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Trenton Public Schools The US Trenton Latino Affairs Initiatives empowering Spanish speaking Public Schools communities throughout New Jersey appreciates your work with Latino Spirit Media in the effort you put into educating tomorrow's leaders by including parents with the Board of Education meetings in Spanish. You are a model to follow as a district. The impact in the spanish speaking community has no measure; however, an informed parent is more likely to be an engaged parent. Additionally, an informed Spanish speaking parent will value this language more and encourage their children to also continue speaking this language. A valuable.skill to obtain jobs. For this reason, we want to offer our most sincere thanks and admiration for being part of this work and trusting The Latino Spirit

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Father Miguel Valle is the pastor of St. Paul Parish, Princeton, by Bishop David M. O'Connell, C.M. In a special Mass at San Pablo Church, the bishop expressed his confidence in Father Valle in front of many brother priests, friends and parishioners.

Nelson Jesús Pérez was born in Miami, Florida, on June 16, 1961 to David and Emma Perez. His parents were exiles from Cuba. He attended P.S. Number 4 and Memorial High School in West New York, New Jersey.

At Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, Lakewood, a celebration was held, called Family, Arise!, which offered moments of joy, brotherhood and faith to many parishioners.

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Pérez earned a bachelor of arts degree from Montclair State University in 1983 and taught at Colegio La Piedad, a Catholic elementary school in Puerto Rico, before entering St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia. There he earned a Master of Arts and a Master of Divinity in 1988 and 1989, respectively.

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Francisco Valentin

A man with an invaluable ability to help people in need, he did not have the opportunity to go to school, he was born in the countryside and now manages to occupy an important place in society. Several of his initiatives stand out for the commitment he gives to help people in need. Francisco is having a real impact in the community. He lobbies for financial aid online to give him the opportunity to help thousands of people both in New Jersey and other parts of Latin America, bringing smiles to them amidst the hardships they may be experiencing. Francisco has touched the people and gathered enough aid to help build schools, shelters and homes as he feels that education is a fundamental part of society and therefore creates a better world. He has financially contributed to the welfare of several hospitalized people who urgently need help. He is “A Thousand Smiles” - A Thousand Smiles Giver of Love and Hope.

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Al Serje

New York businessman who has lived and worked in South Jersey for the past 9 years. “I will never forget being at a red light in Camden at midnight after work, looking around and seeing trash, prostitution and drug use. I wondered how the kids can focus on their education with this around them." The next day, I paid my employees to help me clean the streets that kept me up at night.” This started a lifelong commitment to help vulnerable children. Four years later, Al bought countless pounds of food to distribute for free in inner cities, bringing in nearly 600,000 pounds. Al bought turkeys to give away for Thanksgiving, pre-winter jackets, iPads and even paid for the first live Camel to visit a downtown area. “I did it for the kids,” Al said with a big smile. He has donated more than 800 used computing devices, iPads and electronic whiteboards to schools, helping to change the lives of thousands of children in Guatemala, Honduras and his home country of Colombia.

Carolina Moratti

Sisterwork co-founder and advocate for immigrant mothers where she applies her experience in community marketing, public speaking and community management to grow the organization. Community director committed to the community creating various initiatives such as "Cumpleaños en una Caja" (birthday boxes) for children from local shelters, Virtual Cooking Classes to learn how to cook with food from food banks, community raffles, hoisting flags, celebrations, community events at Christmas such as Three Kings Day among others. Carolina organizes fundraising events to help immigrant families and children with health problems. Community advocate, food service and entertainment entrepreneur based in New Brunswick. She works and collaborates in various organizations in her city related to the performing arts, social entrepreneurship and child welfare. Through her work, she seeks to empower survivors of gender-based violence, immigrant mothers, and their families to thrive despite her adverse experiences. She also encourages young people to learn about drama, art, music, and dance.

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Alba y Tony Villalobos

The Villalobos support community projects and educational in the country where they are from co-founders of an organization non-profit they run together. They also help people from different countries, such as those affected by the earthquakes in Chile and Ecuador and those affected by natural disasters in Honduras. Together they have sent relief food containers to various countries. In 2022 they participated in the donation of 100 prostheses for a rehabilitation institution and 350 tactical boots for the police in their country. During the pandemic they distributed food to those in need, putting their health at risk. They have been summoned by the leadership of their country to help in the return process of their compatriots stranded in other parts of the world. They are working with the first lady of their country for disadvantaged children, providing them with education and a decent life. Their projects are financed solely and exclusively with the business and personal income of their companies.

Robinson Velez

I work voluntarily for street children to build a dignified life. Purpose of helping the boys who are on the street - so that they are better people in the community. When I saw a boy in a basemant, he was misbehaving, he was in bargains. They stopped me at his house and fired. I took him out of the house to train boxing. Today he fights for the world championship. Advised to boys - without receiving anything in return. Boys coming out of prison, Ecuadorians, Puerto Ricans, from Honduras. I have helped more than 50 boys in this work. The boy is small with a lot of energy. I make them do exercises that release energy, helping them make good decisions.

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Olga Carrillo

Mother/wife of two children, she works part-time as a parent liaison and volunteers with numerous organizations to assist, educate, and empower the immigrant community. Volunteer and mentor/advisor to Latino youth and parents. Creator/ manager of a FB group that keeps people informed about community events and resources, like WIC and unemployment. She develops relationships with food distribution organizations to help families in need. She helped educate families about COVID-19 and vaccines by helping to schedule appointments for Spanish-speakers when vaccines first became available. She assists immigrants and families with social services, educational programs, and community issues. She participates in public education committees with topics related to diversity. USLAI Treasurer, volunteer for its many initiatives such as “Helpa-a-thon”, coordination of social media broadcasts in Spanish on social issues. Assistant producer for The Latino Spirit's Spanish simulcasts at the Governor's C19 press conferences. 1st Latina from Guatemala to be appointed to the committee of a political party in her county.

Rosabel Pastrana

I am a General Physician graduated in Mexico, in April 2020 when the Governor of the State said that certified doctors or nurses in his country could volunteer during the COVID-19 pandemic, I applied and was accepted into the MRC (Medical Reserve Corps of the Middlesex County) I have been participating in the COVID testing clinics in New Brunswick. NJ with the main objective of helping my Latino community since in most of these clinics there are few people who speak Spanish, I was also in the call center to give results and information to Spanish-speaking people in the community I also participated in the COVID-19 vaccine clinics as an observer to be able to clarify doubts to our Hispanic people, giving information about the vaccine 100% in Spanish since we know that there was a lot of confusion and doubts in our community. Helping several people find a suitable site where they could be vaccinated and get COVID-19 tests. I am the founder and director of the La Sagrada Familia Folkloric Dance Group in New Brunswick. NJ The idea started because I wanted to teach my children their roots and their identity, little by little more parents joined with the same purpose. It is a non-profit group formed by the community and for the community, with the sole reason of keeping our customs, roots and traditions alive, we have our own celebrations but we also accept invitations to participate in various activities in the community voluntarily and in this way to spread our culture. Our mission is to promote and publicize our culture, customs and Latin roots as well as foster the unity and camaraderie of our children and youth in a healthy environment through art.

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Jorge Torres

I was the founder of the first organization led by undocumented immigrants. We started with volunteers, now we already have people as staff. We also created a virtual job center where day laborers and domestic workers can receive jobs. The impact we have had is thousands of workers. The organization's mission is to empower the immigrant worker through leadership courses, leadership workshops and our community political campaigns, we have managed to help thousands of people not only get jobs but also improve their quality of life. Start a radio station to cover issues that affect immigrants, day laborers and Hispanic people in labor difficulties traveling, thinking about a better world for our children. Through the not 1 more deportation campaign we stopped thousands of deportations in the state of NJ. We just got the Biden Administration to pass a DACA Deferred Action protection for workers who report workplace abuses. He founded a radio stream led by undocumented workers who tell their stories and generate content from an immigrant perspective. Now we have more than 7 radios in different parts of the country. I am the first Latino to serve on the board of education in Jamesburg NJ. I currently work for the National Organization the National Day Laborers Network where we help create work centers throughout the country with more than 65 work centers with a massive impact for our community.

Raul Aragones

I arrived in the state of New Jersey in November 2001 due to a lack of knowledge and my complete ignorance of how I could get help in this country had forced me to live three months on the streets sleeping on corners outside bars on sidewalks, that is, where It was possible for me .. At the end of the time one of my uncles found me under the Elizabeth train station and gave me a hand, it is worth mentioning that I have an extended family here in the United States but shame did not allow me to face him them. I started cleaning the yard through an employment agency called Diamond Staffing at a company called Keefe in Edison NJ At that company I only earned $150 a week of which I had to pay coworkers $100 a week for a room, After a few months, the person who was in charge of doing the recycling work in the company retired and in a good gesture spoke with the supervisor so that they offered me the job since I was very responsible and never missed work. . I started at that company cleaning the yard then recycling and was promoted to every position within the Warehouse from stocker, order picker and finally assistant in the inventory department. After that I worked for the Brickforce employment agency as Branch manager of the Hightstown New Jersey office. Then I worked as a supervisor at the Berkeley contract Packaging company, reaching the position of production manager at the Collinsville Illinois Warehouse after 16 months. I went back to work with the employment agencies and there I dedicated more than 12 years of my life helping people get their first job in the garden state more than 6000 applications signed by me giving him his first job opportunity.

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Arturo Ortega

From an early age, he has been passionate about the hospitality industry - and soon began working in Mexico with large restaurants like Hard Rock Café. There she learned about restaurant management -without educational formality. Arriving in the USA, with very different laws and another language and few funds-he had to overcome economic and educational barriers in order to create his first restaurant. Today there are 5 restaurants, 2 of which opened a few months before and after the COVID 19 pandemic -another difficulty not only for him but for the world. But the pandemic was the perfect test where she would discover that the 21 years of training, vision and overcoming initial difficulties - since he opened his first restaurant in Passaic, NJ - were not in vain! Since he was able to keep all his restaurants open without losing a single employee. I AM A BUSINESSMAN/ENTREPRENEUR, I generate employment primarily for people of Hispanic origin and support social work that generates the common good in the community of the State of New Jersey. //Contributes to the community by generating over 300 primarily Hispanics in New Jersey. In addition, it provides education to its employees in the areas of sales, business management, kitchen management, inventory management, and other forms of training. Enrique gives back to the community culturally by financially supporting local events and within his restaurants. It also contributes to various local non-profits during the year.

Guerlina dela Hoz

Being the mother of a young autistic man and being an immigrant facing the challenges that a case like mine entails, through this reality I understood the lack of assistance and the desolation that immigrants face when seeking resources to get ahead with this diagnosis of autism. Educate as a psychotherapist, our organization educates, accompanies, defends and promotes Hispanic families and community and private organizations in the promotion of culturally competent and inclusive practices in favor of individuals with disabilities, especially autism and other conditions that affect Neurodevelopment.

Waldemar Ronquillo

Waldemar has played an active role in the Latino community for more than two decades. He has represented many families whose children are bullied at school when these families cannot speak English. He has led protests demanding justice for immigrants who have died in questionable circumstances in the city where he lives. During his town's violent Black Lives Matter protests, he was helping protect the residents of a house that was nearly burned down.

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Esperanza Gonzales

Originally from Ecuador, Jesús is a businessman who crossed the border from Mexico to try to live the American dream. Decades later and after fighting hard against all the adversities that being an immigrant brings, Jesús is one of the most important heavy-duty haulers in New Jersey. Many call it “The King of Trucks”. His business management has allowed him to earn enough income to help the community in need. He has financed the purchase of nearly 100,000 pounds of food to deliver to the cities where he lives and works. His company employs more than 52 families and today, due to his social commitment, he has been appointed President of the Board of Initiatives for Latino Affairs in the United States, thus making direct decisions in the organization.

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We help families and children with food, clothing, furniture, items for the home and personal toys, we send boxes to countries where there is a need; Mexico Salvador, Guatemala and sometimes in my free time I give rays to the Guatemalan consulate in Philadelphia without charging, I do it as a volunteer and from the heart helping my neighbor, I give backpacks totally free. All this in memory of my son Kevin Rafael Gonzales, fulfilling his dream of following my example of blessing families.

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Priscilla Garces

Conduct virtual workshops to facilitate access to voting for people with disabilities in collaboration with When We All Vote, in the women's march, raising awareness about the right to vote regardless of the different abilities we have, Speaker at the Organization, Women's Federation For World Peace, (WFWP), whose mission is to empower women as leaders who transform families and communities, promoting peace, forums in collaboration with UNESCO For Peace on the challenges presented by people with disabilities in the world, and the importance of creating alliances to expand sources of resources and programs that promote a better quality of life.

Adriana Rozo

Volunteer leader for Hispanic Star in different projects of my church such as Service for Service, Back Pack Otureach and others. With Hispanic Star, carrying out campaigns that impacted 17 towns, 28 organizations and more than 800 people. We provide education, scholarships, and distribute personal hygiene products, masks, etc. I am a firm believer in servant leadership and that it is our responsibility to help others. I have been a volunteer at the church for a long time. However, seeing how COVID disproportionately affected the Hispanic community made me look for other ways to help our community. That's how I joined Hispanic Star and other non-profit associations.

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My passion is to serve, I love serving to be able to help others and I always say it is better to give than to receive and the one who has does not give the one who wants because we all have something to contribute. Volunteer in food deliveries, helping to raise funds to help other countries. Fundraising for people going through an illness or loss of a loved one. Defender of rights when there are abuses as she did on one occasion when a young immigrant was murdered. As a Chaplain he helped in the Spiritual, supporting different situations that arise in the City, be it Children, Youth or the Elderly. I will serve my God Church Community and my Latino People all my life until I have life.

Monica Gonzales

I have seen the mistreatment and sexual abuse of women up close. and due to lack of support, they did not survive, I have taken the path of helping them and showing them the doors that I was able to open, that with a lot of Faith, support and affection they change their destinies, teaching about violence and abuse in both adults and children , help them to get ahead, to believe in themselves, and to realize that, if they can, also those who have gone through a miscarriage or loss, since very few can understand what is suffered in this sad experience I am the author of the book Why? Because? About the abuse.

Sara de Bernal

He has worked in hospitals and in a prison where he helped penalized undocumented people. She earned a doctorate in addictions to provide services to addicted people. She runs initiatives and programs to help homeless people and families in crisis with both physical and mental morbid conditions. She is Executive Director of the Latin American Institute, Executive Director of the Tienen Nombre Program. She where she provides medical, social and mental health services to the homeless. She has started clinics in different states to provide professional and effective services to the Hispanic community, especially undocumented families.

Alicia Rivera

I advocate for people who have no voice, with special needs, I advocate for people who need help in the Latino community. I work for a non-profit organization called Raise The Bar and it is to help parents and their children who are in need. I advocate for the voiceless in Camden New Jersey and am a committee member in Camden New Jersey. He helped causes of the city for the improvement of our neighborhoods, during covid19 I helped Diego Maya in all the food drives that he carried out in Camden. Note from Diego Maya: This woman has a true commitment to help all those in need. She has been available to our organization every time we go to her city.

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Yaxson Banegas

Social responsibility is taken seriously to ensure that education and economic prosperity remain part of the American Dream. She believes that it is important to support and serve the community; be an advocate for minorities, women and people with disabilities. She currently serves on numerous boards that support and serve communities. Some committees include the President of the Wayne Democratic Club, Commissioner of the Wayne Township Committee on Disability, Madam President of the Passaic County Workforce Investment Board,

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En HONDURAS, vivi la reclutacion de niños y jovenes por parte de las pandillas, los motivaba a no caer en sus ideologías erróneas tarea que no fue facil y me trajo conflictos con algunos de sus miembros, porque le brindaba a los chicos una solución diferente a sus vidas en una sociedad quebrantada por los problemas sociales. Involucrando a niños, jóvenes y adultos en el Deporte, utilizando el futbol como principal herramienta de distracción social y cultural, manteniendo alejados de los vicios y realizando viajes y excursiones deportivas a otros estados que incluyan a las familias, la proyección es fomentar por medio del deporte nuevas generaciones con principios éticos y positivos.

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Alfonso Q: Llanos

Seleccionado para ser Superintendente de Escuelas Públicas y está a cargo de casi 10,000 estudiantes y los maestros que ayudan a moldear su futuro. Tomó la trascendental decisión de proponer a la junta de su distrito la posibilidad de transmitir simultáneamente las reuniones de la junta en español; Técnicamente dando la oportunidad a más del 50% de los padres de familia del distrito de escuchar las decisiones tomadas que impactan directamente en la educación de sus hijos. El superintendente LLano se mantiene activo en capacitación para continuar liderando AASA National Summer 2022, NJ School Boards Conference 2022, TECHSPO 2023, 2022 Convocatoria regional del comisionado en Stockton University.

Carlos Capera

I come from the street, where dog eats dog and cat eats cat. I have fought for what I have and today, I owe nothing to anyone. At the moment I am an entrepreneur and it generated employment for many people directly and indirectly. Most of my employees are Hispanic in New York and I am expanding to New Jersey. I work in the cleaning industry, heavy construction, hospitals, any remediation related to Covid19 my company does the job. I have also initiated food donations with New Jersey entrepreneurs - where I am part of an out-of-pocket donation of over 250,000 pounds of food to impoverished areas of the state of New Jersey.

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649 / 5.000 Resultados de traducción Resultado de traducción We help everyone who needs it, we shop twice a week. We make free deliveries, 15,000 people were vaccinated against COVID, in addition to offering tests to people who need it. We have contributed Christmas toys for the community; and different Latin countries like; Guatemala, Colombia, Honduras and Puerto Rico with the help of Diego F. Maya we do everything possible to help the Latin American community, we give everything in our power for their benefit, always seeking that they have a good standard of living, our support will be in the community, they are the ones who push us to do good every day.

Jose "La Voz" Santiago

Our mission is to engage the community, to bring life, love, hope, opportunity and joy to the world around us. We involve the community to achieve great things. We lead society through social events, scholarships, professional training, health and wellness that benefit all people regardless of their age. We need people who are aware of the needs of others, helping to improve the quality of life, through neighborhood clean-ups, community forums, activities that help keep spaces clean, free of clutter and dirt, in my experiences as a child I had difficulties because of extreme poverty. Help Newark, New Jersey, contribute to organizations like US Latino Affairs.

Ivan Serrano

A born entrepreneur, he currently employs more than 55 people in Honduras and New Jersey through his agriculture, construction, restaurant, and international cargo businesses. Iván shares his time and business resources to send what helps communities in need in his country, from COVID19 antiseptic, toys, large amounts of computer equipment (620), health equipment, and transportation to Honduras. Committed to doing good works, he lent his own truck to the director of the US Latino Affairs Initiatives for humanitarian projects. This donation included the collection and transportation of computers from various locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to assemble the equipment for shipment to Honduras.

Mariana Tobar

I was part of a civic association for 7 years, from there I opened my own foundation in which I helped the community in a different way, free food, I carried out 7 vaccination activities in Trenton and countless events helping people obtain their driver's license, immigration and even when it comes to domestic violence. I AM AN ORGANIZER - LEADER - Community/Civic/Non-Profit Organization - My income to survive is generated by my job or by my own business and I use part of it for my social work. It is difficult for me to see young people without culture! That is why I get involved to instill love and knowledge for their roots, creating spaces where they can show their food, dance and customs.

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Our work lies in the preservation of Mexican culture and tradition. With this we contribute to the self-employment and improvement in the quality of life of hundreds of artisan families living in rural areas. With the commercialization of our products, we carry authentic ethnic products, which contribute to the closeness of the homeland. At the beginning of the pandemic we stopped distribution for a few months and supplied essential products that were in demand; without neglecting purchases and payments to our business partners. We developed and launched our La Providencia brand grocery line, which is already available in most Latino bodegas and supermarkets in our area.

Humberto Banquerizo

1. Community Leader: Help out at Newark and NJ community events. 2. Newark Hispanic Commissioner - Vice

President 3. President Mentor U Connect, a nonprofit organization that supports career exploration and civic engagement for minority students, especially Latinos. 4. I took students to Cuenca Ecuador, in an Educational Exchange Program 5. I am a researcher on the Impact of COVID-19 and Latinos. Presentation in November at the American Public Health Association 6. Provided educational workshops to Latino students (high school and college) 7. Disclosure of COVID19 Vaccination Health Promoters.

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Amin has been a very active member of the Latino Merchants Association for over 12 years and serves on its board of directors. He generously donates his own money to the organization, which is mainly used to feed the underprivileged. He also participates in organizing coat and clothing drives before the cold New Jersey winters. He takes part in organizing annual toy drives to give away before Christmas. During the height of the pandemic, he provided the Latino community and others with a place to receive vaccines and tests for COVID-19.

Cirilio Grande

He started a folkloric group in his municipality to teach young people Mexican folklore. For a long time I have been helping them learn about their culture. I opened a place so that adults who have not graduated from school have the opportunity to study and obtain a bachelor's degree. Direct point of contact with the consulate of my country so that the thousands of compatriots who live in my city and the surrounding areas obtain their Mexican documentation (passports, consular ID card). I help people without legal documents to drive legally in New Jersey. Organize a service point in my city so that the consulate travels from New York to my city to serve the public.

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We provide adult care services in the community of Camden, Gloucester and Burlington counties. They include transportation, meals, activities, outings, nurse and social worker, medication administration. In pandemic, we provide meals and care coordination in your home, food distribution, 25,000 pounds to Camden City residents. Free clothing, adult diapers and household items, we provide quality service to our community, even without acquiring a contract from the HMO provider, who have closed their network to caregivers. That's why we work double time so we can provide care to our community and countless hours of free services to those in need.

Adriana Cueva

As a Realtor, I have focused my career on educating the Hispanic community, on how to become an owner and achieve that dream. I have participated in food distributions, I have helped people with immigration and license procedures. Thanks to these efforts, they were able to exercise their vote as citizens and dozens drive legally in NJ. Right now we are registering our name (Filomena de Jesús, NJ Non Profit) and organizing a clothing and toy distribution in Ecuador for the month of December in which my 17 and 8 year old children are actively involved, instilling in them the importance of to share without expecting anything in return.

Nefaki Moreno

That they take us into account since we are a minority that grows year after year. Doing social work for society and the new generations that are the future of our Latino community in New Jersey. Father of children, who are committed to their growth and development in terms of education, culture and health. We know that the MORENO cradle is for leaders and young people who contribute to growth. We get involved with families, women heads of families, teaching them that helping the community should be an important part of our lives and that they be leaders, in events as volunteers and participating in social work that makes us grow, forging a productive society that Interested in the welfare of others and your family.

Maria Andrade

Educate students and parents about the processes they must develop and the different ways they can access to attend university, ensuring that their children do not miss any opportunity to study what they want and be good people, prepared for a world in which technology embraces us and we must be alert to face new challenges, in a country that every day offers great possibilities to go very far. Empower yourself through education and advocacy to understand the educational system in the United States. A good education and overcome all the difficulties you may have in the course of your life; I had no difficulties, but I am thirsty to empower and elevate my community.

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Victor Lucumi

Help - With Education, teaching families about the processes to carry out so that their children have an education and do not lose opportunities; At the same time generating activities that entertain them and find bonds of friendship with children from their Latino community in New Jersey, we intend to get them off the streets, creating awareness of good behavior and desire to excel. Orientation to the community, on issues that interest us all to move forward and forge a better future for their children and families. Knowing about someone who with my help grows and generates a social impact is a great pride for me, we seek the necessary tools to provide the best and most effective information without diverting the interests of the community and its needs.

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Jomirys Lozano

Help our seniors during COVID by bringing essential items. Became the go-to person for problem solving or ideas, providing resources for the community and offering quality of life, helping homeless people find shelter, building relationships with other organizations to help others who are afraid to speak up . I have assisted in the Puerto Rican Day parade, help organize events and fundraisers for our seniors aka Las Perlas Doradas at Temple Rock church,As a single mom it is sometimes hard to juggle lifestyle asset of my children and continue to provide help to those in need.

Juan Gonzalez

I'm a lawyer. I handle criminal and family cases in New Jersey; I am the Chairman of the Committee of La Parada San Juan Bautista, Inc., and the Coordinator of the Camden, New Jersey Puerto Rican Parade. My father died when I was 5 years old. Thanks to the support of my mother, Ramona M. González, I was able to study and reach my position as a lawyer. Also, my mother was a big part of the St. John the Baptist Parade Committee, the Camden, New Jersey parade, since 1957. Today, I am the Committee Chair.

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The needs of the community are a priority, feeling as a fundamental part of life, aspects such as education, health, culture, nutrition and other issues that help everyone achieve the best possible standard of living, even in the midst of all the difficulties they have experienced since their arrival in this country. Second, my Latino people from New Jersey need a lot of help, guidance, information at no cost; we document ourselves, we make pertinent inquiries on the different topics that may be of interest and we impart it to the people who require it so that they can carry out the processes they wish to access. God has given me the opportunity to serve my community, reporting as real and objective as possible to help and feel the satisfaction of a job well done.

Glenis Mojica

My greatest satisfaction has been working with other women so that they can start their own business, and fulfill the task of being an example for their children to continue studying and graduate from university. I have also participated in large community campaigns where we provide food and financial education to low-income families. I am convinced that the way for a leader to grow is by uniting her knowledge with other organizations to maintain a common good for our citizens.

Karen Ramires

Offering help and psychological support to people in our Latino community, we work for the most vulnerable who do not have access to Mental Health and require it, providing treatment and follow-up on them, as well as therapy for those who need and require it, we know very well that problems have a solution, we help and support vulnerable groups such as children and adolescents, who are the support of our society, in solving all kinds of conflicts, understanding that they are our future and what they will become depends on their care the world tomorrow, with these accompaniments we create awareness that mental care is important in our lives. We work with love.

Elizabeth Cano

Support to the community in general in undertakings, contributing business ideas in which they can overcome themselves and get ahead, creating a company for the community and their families, Education; creating spaces in which with talks they can find out about all the existing opportunities for their children and the community; inculcate that we must progress to obtain a better future. We develop activities for everyone in which we involve volunteers to distribute food in different cities. We help Commercially; giving possibilities of publicity for their new businesses to start. There are barriers that we have to overcome as immigrants; being a minority, the language, a way of life, culture, gender and all this to be able to adapt to a country.

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Martha Marin has been married for 42 years, she has lived with her husband for more than 55 years; once her sons went to the Navy, she dedicated her life to the Hispanic children of inner-city Atlantic City. Martha saw the need to entertain children with love after seeing many of her friends' children bored with watching television. “There's nothing to occupy her time in a positive way,” says Martha. She developed activities around soccer for children; By her own count, she has helped over 240 children from 2009 to the present. Her program puts children through exercise and dynamic interaction and teaches them about nutrition, yoga, dance and even folk music. She does all of her activities entirely in Spanish, reinforcing the children's ability to be bilingual.

Geovana Villacres

Since February 2018, I have been working with individuals and small and medium-sized companies to grow, professionally and financially, supporting them to find jobs in which families feel supported and have a fixed livelihood to take home. My only purpose is to provide my clients with highly personalized advice on marketing, accounting and legal matters, so that they have support in the different topics to be dealt with within their companies, such as employee management, entrepreneurship, advertising, etc. By providing the best possible service at affordable rates, so everyone can access services that help shape their future, I've built countless rewarding business relationships throughout the state of New Jersey.

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He participated and organized activities in community groups in New Jersey in which he helped to promote improvements in health, so that everyone can access decent health care in which they have basic care and can cover their fundamental needs, the quality of life of the people in terms of social justice, supporting people who have conflicts and do not know how to solve it, I have never been indifferent to my community, I have lived through situations in which I learned that a helping hand helps at the right time, I do not want another person I live what I have lived, I belong to the working class of this country and I have seen up close situations of labor abuse, in which I get involved to find solutions that do justice and be the voice of the people who need to solve their problems.

Yoel Carmona

Creating social work, in which we involve the community in different aspects such as distributing food, toys, helping children in terms of education and recreation; we give talks in which we give information to women so that they grow morally and intellectually and feel that their efforts help society and their families, we empower with meetings so that they do not feel alone and find support to improve their standard of living and education with workshops and meetings of great interest to them. We saw the need to support the community in the social part, we work with love and care, we prepare brave women who with their decisions do great things in their environment and family life.

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I am one of the few Hispanics who present a weekly opinion program. I have received 5 awards from different organizations since I started hosting podcasts through Blog Talk Radio and now with Jersey 1st, awarded for raising nearly $58,000 for the American Cancer Society, Making Strides Against Breast since 2008. I host annual events to increase raise awareness and bring hope to our community, where breast cancer remains a serious problem. I am one of the few Hispanics excelling in journalism in New Jersey where I attract a great and professional presentation on a weekly basis and continue to attract very good traffic on social media.

Gustavo Roman

Keep the Latino community informed about the different activities that take place in their environment, such as state and federal aid, social events for the most needy people, and collaborate in Latino festivals for the community. The difficulties of misinformation are constant in the community that emigrates and it is difficult for them not to speak the language and to be misinformed. My goal is to keep them up to date with the news that is taking place in their environment.

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