NCLR President and CEO

As someone who has experienced the promise of the American Dream firsthand, Janet Murguia has devoted her career in public service to opening the door to that dream to millions of American families...

Governance

NCLR is governed by a Board of Directors, which includes 21 elected members who are representative of all geographic regions of the United States and all Hispanic subgroups....

History

NCLR traces its origins to the civil rights movement of the 1960s, as well as to previous efforts that preceded World War II, such as those related to early school and housing desegregation...

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NCLR provides the public with information on the Hispanic population as well as insight into its own organizational history...

Jobs at NCLR

Find job opportunities in policy, education, health, housing, workforce development, special events, organizational support, and more...

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NCLR informs the public about Latino priorities through news releases, articles, blog posts, and more...

Press Room

NCLR's Communications team works with the news media and digital platforms to inform the public in order to strengthen NCLR's research, program, policy analysis and advocacy efforts on issues that are important to the U.S. Latino community....

Annual Report

For more than four decades, NCLR has aimed to better our nation by empowering Latinos at both the local and national levels. The annual report sheds light on how the Hispanic community is faring and presents some of NCLR's leading policies and programs creating vital change....

Advocacy & Empowerment

Consistent with its mission to improve opportunities and open doors for Hispanic Americans, NCLR believes that advocacy, civic engagement, and community-based support are essential parts of any community-empowerment strategy. Thus, the organization concentrates on advocacy activities at state and local levels through its initiatives. In addition, NCLR strengthens Latino participation…

Census

2010 U.S. Census: Hispanics in the United States This year, the 2010 U.S. Census data showed that over the last decade the Latino population grew from 35.3 million to 50.5 million, accounting for more than half of the nation’s population growth. Latinos now make up 16% of the total U.S.…

Children and Youth

Latino children and youth are the fastest-growing segment of the American population. Currently representing 23% of all children under the age of 18, Latino children are a critically important part of our nation’s future. Through its work, NCLR ensures that Latino children and youth are represented in today’s policy debates…

Civil Rights and Justice

Discrimination severely limits the economic and social opportunities available to Hispanic Americans. NCLR conducts policy analysis and advocacy activities in the civil rights arena in order to promote and protect equality of opportunity in voting, justice issues, education, employment, housing, and health care for all Americans....

Economy and Workforce

The strength of the American economy is increasingly linked to the strength of the Latino workforce. Latinos are the fastest-growing segment of the American workforce, with 22.7 million Latinos at work in the United States representing 14.8% of the labor force. By 2050, one in three working Americans will be…

Education

NCLR addresses the issue of education through a complementary, two-part approach. NCLR's education program services and activities are targeted to nearly 300 affiliated organizations while its education policy work addresses national issues in public education....

Health and Nutrition

NCLR develops and implements health education and prevention programs and conducts health advocacy activities in partnership with its Affiliate Network to protect the health and well-being of the Latino community....

Immigration

NCLR conducts immigration policy analyses and advocacy activities in its role as a civil rights organization. The primary focus of these activities is to encourage immigration policies that are fair and nondiscriminatory, to encourage family reunification, and to enact necessary reforms to the current immigration system....

Research

The primary aim of research at NCLR is to compile an accurate picture of the Latino population in order to build a comprehensive body of knowledge and identify solutions to the many challenges facing our growing community. Over the past two decades, NCLR's Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation has…

Wealth Building

NCLR’s Housing and Community Development component and Wealth-Building Policy Project seek to strengthen Latino communities by preserving and increasing their wealth. Latino families own just nine cents for every dollar owned by White families, a figure known as the racial wealth gap. For this reason, NCLR is devoted to helping…

NCLR Annual Conference

The 2013 NCLR Annual Conference, with over 50 workshops along 11 different topic tracks, four town halls, multiple networking events, and five key meal events, including the Latinas Brunch and the NCLR Awards gala, is poised to be our biggest Conference yet! NCLR is also excited to bring the…

Nat'l Latino Family Expo

The 2013 NCLR National Latino Family Expo The NCLR National Latino Family Expo® is one of the largest events in the country focused on resources and activities for the Latino family, with more than 200 exhibitors showcasing their products and services. From live entertainment and giveaways to free health screenings…

NCLR Capital Awards

The NCLR Capital Awards is the only Hispanic event that recognizes leaders from both sides of the aisle for their outstanding support of public policies that are vital to Hispanic Americans. In addition, the Public Service Award honors others outside of Washington who courageously and tirelessly advocate on behalf of the Latino community....

NCLR ALMA Awards

The NCLR ALMA Awards honors outstanding Latino artistic achievement in television, film, and music and the enhancement of the Latino image in the entertainment industry. The show has established a following around the country and has made inroads for Latinos in Hollywood both in front of and behind the camera. ...

Nat'l Latino Advocacy Days

Give voice to Latino priorities! The NCLR National Latino Advocacy Days are an opportunity for you to work with other Latino community-based organizations in holding your elected officials accountable for and responsive to the needs of Latino communities and all Americans. ...

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Affiliate Network

The NCLR Affiliate Network has grown to nearly 300 community-based organizations. Their services are diverse and include charter schools, after-school programs, job readiness and training, English language preparation, homeownership counseling, health centers, and community activities centers, to name a few. In total these organizations provide services to millions Hispanic Americans....

Awards & Programs

Capacity-Building Series

NCLR is committed to providing opportunities that actively build the capacity of its Affiliates for program delivery and advocacy. The following training sessions provide Affiliates with the chance to refine their skills, collaborate with one another, and discuss ideas that bring positive and meaninful change to the lives of Hispanics…

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NCLR's active and productive relationships with its community-based affiliate organizations are at the heart of NCLR's work and key to its ability to fulfill its mission. In providing capacity-building assistance, policy analysis, advocacy, and special initiatives that complement the work of our affiliates, NCLR is able to work "on the…

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We invite you to post local opportunities, job descriptions, and other announcements on this page. This is your place to share best practices and resources with Affiliate organizations in your region. You also have the opportunity to network with Affiliates across the nation on the NCLR Affiliates Forum. These resources…

Affiliate Council

The NCLR Affiliate Council is the vehicle through which NCLR Affiliates influence NCLR policy and operations. The Affiliate Council 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) from…

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Join the NCLR Action Network and make your voice heard! The NCLR Action Network is free and will help you contact your members of Congress and other powerful leaders on important issues affecting the Latino community. You will also receive invitations to host local events in your area, join national…

Current Campaigns

The National Campaigns team works to expand opportunities for Latino engagement in civic life and public policy debates. The team works to build and expand a network of individuals who can weigh in on issues of interest to Latinos and their sister communities, creating tools and opportunities to disseminate information, mobilize, and effect change....

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Why Give?

2012 was undoubtedly one of the National Council of La Raza's (NCLR) most successful years. But more importantly, this year was filled with unforgettable victories for the Latino community. We simply could not have done it without your support. As NCLR looks forward to the future, we will continue to…

Amigos & Founders

Amigos de NCLR – $35 and above Become a leader in improving opportunities for Hispanic Americans. Amigo donors are at the very core of the institution by providing the financial foundation needed to bolster all of NCLR’s programmatic and advocacy work. As an Amigo de NCLR, you will receive an…

President's Council

Improve opportunities for Latino families by joining the President’s Council today! NCLR’s President’s Council is a group of influential community, business, media and nonprofit leaders from across the country whose investments allow NCLR to empower the lives of millions. Your President’s Council support of $1,000 or more per year…

Corporate Champions

NCLR’s Corporate Champions are a select group of industry leaders dedicated to building stronger American communities. Support from these corporations provides NCLR with the flexibility to respond to the most pressing and timely needs of Latino families. For more information on corporate partnerships, please contact corporatepartner@nclr.org.

Ways to Give

Thank you for deciding to join NCLR and improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans! NCLR offers many ways to make your investment as easy and efficient as possible. Make a secure online donation today by joining NCLR’s Amigos de NCLR, Founders’ Circle or President’s Council levels. Make a monthly gift…

News Releases

Official updates from NCLR

NCLR DATA SHOW THAT LATINO CHILDREN FACE CRISIS AND URGENTLY NEED POLICIES THAT IMPROVE THEIR PROSPE

April 23, 2010
Washington, DC—NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, will release a report and online database co-authored by the Population Reference Bureau on the well-being of Latino children at a telephonic press briefing to be held Wednesday, April 28 at noon EDT.
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NCLR SAYS NEW ARIZONA LAW IS NOT THE ANSWER

April 23, 2010
Washington, DC—Calling it a “sad day” for the people of Arizona and our country, Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, expressed deep disappointment that Governor Jan Brewer (R–AZ) signed Arizona SB 1070 into law today.
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CIVIL RIGHTS LEADERS TO ARIZONA GOVERNOR: VETO SB 1070

April 22, 2010
Washington, DC—Today, leaders from the nation’s leading civil rights organizations sounded the alarm over the misguided immigration bill in Arizona.
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LATINO REPRESENTATION CONTINUES TO LAG IN THE FEDERAL WORKFORCE

April 21, 2010
Washington, DC—Calling the results “unacceptable,” Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, called on the Obama administration to strengthen its efforts to recruit, hire, retain, and promote qualified Latinos in the federal government following the release of the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) Ninth Annual Report on Hispanic Employment in the Federal Government.
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TELEPHONIC PRESS CONFERENCE ON ARIZONA IMMIGRATION BILL, THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 12:15 P.M. EDT

April 20, 2010
Washington, DC—This week, Governor Jan Brewer of Arizona will have to choose whether to sign or veto the most restrictive anti-immigration bill at the state level in recent history.
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DOROTHY HEIGHT’S LEGACY IS AN INSPIRATION TO TODAY’S CIVIL RIGHTS LEADERS, SAYS NCLR

April 20, 2010
Washington, DC—Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, joins the nation in honoring the legacy of civil rights pioneer Dr. Dorothy Height, who passed away this morning at the age of 98.
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NCLR JOINS THE CIVIL RIGHTS COMMUNITY IN HONORING THE LEGACY OF DR. BENJAMIN L. HOOKS

April 15, 2010
Washington, DC—Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, today joined her colleagues in the civil rights community in expressing deep appreciation for the enduring legacy of the Reverend Benjamin L. Hooks, former leader of the NAACP, who passed away today at the age of 85.
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MODERNIZE THE COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT ACT: INVEST IN LOW-INCOME LATINO FAMILIES, SAYS NCLR

April 15, 2010
Washington, DC—In testimony today before members of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, called on Congress to modernize the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), a measure that regulates banks and encourages them to help revitalize low-income communities.
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EL DESEMPLEO Y LA BUROCRACIA BLOQUEAN EL RESCATE DE LA VIVIENDA

April 14, 2010
Washington, DC—Una encuesta hecha a asesores en prevención de ejecución hipotecaria que se dio a conocer hoy por el NCLR (Consejo Nacional de La Raza) –la organización nacional más grande de apoyo y defensa de los derechos civiles de los hispanos en los Estados Unidos– revela que los lentos proveedores de servicios hipotecarios responsables del procesamiento de los pagos de la hipoteca y los índices persistentes de desempleo son las mayores barreras para detener las ejecuciones hipotecarias prevenibles.
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ACTA MIGRATORIA DE ARIZONA RESULTARA EN EL PERFIL RACIAL Y LA DISCRIMINACIÓN

April 14, 2010
Washington, DC—Llamándolo “alarmante e inconstitucional”, el NCLR (El Consejo Nacional de la Raza), la organización nacional más grande de apoyo y defensa de los derechos civiles de los hispanos en los Estados Unidos, hoy urgió a la Gobernadora Jan Brewer a que rechace un proyecto de ley anti-inmigrante que resultaría en el perfil racial.
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UNEMPLOYMENT AND BUREAUCRACY BLOCK HOME RESCUE EFFORTS

April 14, 2010
Washington, DC—A survey of foreclosure prevention counselors released today by NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, reveals that slow-moving mortgage servicers responsible for processing mortgage payments and stubborn unemployment rates are major barriers to stemming the tide of preventable foreclosures.
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ARIZONA IMMIGRANT ACT WILL LEAD TO RACIAL PROFILING AND DISCRIMINATION

April 14, 2010
Washington, DC—Calling it “alarming and unconstitutional,” NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, today urged Arizona Governor Jan Brewer to veto an anti-immigrant bill that would lead to racial profiling.
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CALIFORNIA’S PROPOSED BUDGET CUTS WILL DEVASTATE COMMUNITIES OF COLOR

April 13, 2010
Sacramento, CA—Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, will join hundreds of Latino leaders from community-based organizations throughout California at the California State Capitol on Wednesday.
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CDC FUNDS NCLR INITIATIVE TO STOP CERVICAL CANCER AMONG LATINAS

April 12, 2010
Washington, DC—NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, today announced the start of a community-based health program funded and supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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INSPECTOR GENERAL RELEASES DAMNING REPORT ON IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM

April 05, 2010
Washington, DC—On April 2, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), released a report on the agency’s 287(g) program, which allows local law enforcement agencies to enforce federal civil and criminal immigration law.
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COMMUNITIES OF COLOR CAN NO LONGER WAIT: GROUPS URGE LOCAL JOB CREATION

April 02, 2010
Washington, DC—Creating jobs in the communities hit hardest by the recession will help to address the disparities between workers of color and other Americans, said NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, in response to the latest unemployment figures released by the U.S. Department of Labor today.
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NCLR PRESIDENT AND CEO JOINS THE BOARD OF THE PARTNERSHIP FOR A HEALTHIER AMERICA

April 01, 2010
Washington, DC—NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, announced today that NCLR President and CEO Janet Murguía has been named to the board of directors of the Partnership for a Healthier America. The Partnership is working with First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move!
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NCLR URGES PASSAGE OF IMMIGRATION REFORM AND “CARE ACT” IN HONOR OF CIVIL RIGHTS LEGEND CESAR CH

March 31, 2010
Washington, DC—Today, in recognition of the birthday of the late civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, is urging Congress to approve comprehensive immigration reform, as well as legislation to better protect the hundreds of thousands of children who currently work in difficult conditions in our nation’s fields.
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WHAT DOES HEALTH CARE REFORM MEAN FOR LATINOS?

March 30, 2010
Washington, DC—As President Obama signs the final health care reform changes into law today, NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, outlined those that will immediately impact the Latino community.
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NCLR APPLAUDS FINAL PASSAGE OF HEALTH CARE REFORM FIXES

March 26, 2010
Washington, DC—NCLR (National Council of La Raza), the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, applauded the passage of the “Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010” (H.R. 4872) following its approval in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
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The National Council of La Raza (NCLR)—the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States—works to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans.

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