21 January 2025
Hispanic Access Statement President Trump and Vice President Vance Inauguration
Today, as our nation enters a new chapter with the swearing-in of President Donald Trump and Vice President James David Vance, Hispanic Access Foundation President and CEO Maite Arce issued the following statement:
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17 January 2025
Hispanic Access’ Statement on ‘Ending Presidential Overreach on Public Lands Act’ Introduction
Washington, D.C.-- Representatives Celeste Maloy and Mark Amodei introduced a bill to repeal the president’s authority to designate national monuments granted by the Antiquities Act and transfer it solely to Congress, endangering the national parks…
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16 January 2025
Chuckwalla: A National Monument of Love, Culture, and Conservation
As someone who grew up exploring the Chuckwalla Desert alongside my father, the designation of Chuckwalla National Monument holds deeply personal and spiritual significance. My father, despite only having a second-grade education, was the wisest…
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15 January 2025
Bridging Oceans and Communities: Yadira Capaz’s Mission to Protect South Florida’s Ecosystems
Yadira Capaz is a leader in conservation, blending advocacy, community engagement, and environmental restoration to address pressing ecological challenges while amplifying Latino voices. With a focus on fostering inclusion in environmental spaces, Yadira’s work brings…
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14 January 2025
Hispanic Access’ Statement on the Designation of Chuckwalla National Monument and Sáttítla National Monument
President Joe Biden’s designation of Chuckwalla National Monument in Southern California and Sáttitla National Monument in Northern California mark significant milestones in the protection of our nation’s cultural, ecological, and recreational heritage. In response, Maite…
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14 January 2025
Diving Deeper: My Winter Work as a Pollinator Intern
Hi everyone, happy holiday season! The last few months of my internship have been busy and very exciting! Over the first half of my internship, I worked a lot with developing and facilitating outreach within…
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