UnidosUS is hosting virtual events, including town halls, roundtables and informational sessions surrounding the impact of the pandemic on our communities. Watch recorded events below and register for upcoming ones here:
Past Events
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
April 19, 2021
Latina Wealth: How Investments We Make Today Can Begin Closing the Gap
On April 19, UnidosUS hosted a virtual town hall, "Latina Wealth: How Investments We Make Today Can Begin Closing the Gap,” which provided important analysis on the systemic barriers that Latinas face in improving their finances as well as recommendations on how to dismantle them. The discussion also featured the release of our new report, “Closing the Latina Wealth Gap: Building an Inclusive Economic Recovery After COVID,” and featured special remarks from Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV).
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL WEBINAR
April 16, 2021
¿ESTARÁN LOS NIÑOS/-AS SEGUROS EN LAS ESCUELAS?
Una de las áreas en las que los latinos se han visto especialmente afectados durante la pandemia ha sido en la educación. La falta de acceso a Internet en nuestras casas, falta de computadoras, falta de espacio dedicado para el estudio, etcétera, ha contribuido a que muchos de nuestros hijos/-as se hayan quedado atrás en sus estudios: el progreso educativo de más 13 millones de estudiantes latinos se ha visto afectado durante la pandemia.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL EVENT
April 8, 2021
Understanding Systemic Racism & Resulting Inequity in Latino Communities
We are living in a moment when more Americans are realizing what people of color experience every day: that structural racism creates barriers in all aspects of life, where we live, our health, our access to good jobs, and how authorities treat us.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
April 8, 2021
The American Rescue Plan: Promise and Potential in Reducing Latino Child Poverty
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) sets an ambitious agenda to reduce child poverty. Building on the 2019 National Academies Roadmap to Reducing Child Poverty and new research, panelists will discuss the progress ARPA represents, opportunities to ensure all children are included in our nation’s recovery, and ways in which policy can advance greater equity in America’s fight against child poverty.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWN HALL
March 30, 2021
Vacunas contra el COVID Town Hall
La pandemia del COVID-19 ha afectado de manera desproporcionada a las comunidades de color en los EE.UU., incluyendo a los hispanos, tanto en términos de salud, como económicos y educativos para nuestros niños.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL EVENT
February 24, 2021
Conversemos sobre el Programa Científico All of Us
Esta conversación responde a las preguntas más comunes sobre el Programa Científico All of US: desde cómo inscribirnos, y la gran importancia de contar con participantes de diversos origines en investigaciones médicas.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
February 16, 2021
Fighting Hunger in Florida Hispanic Children and Families
On Tuesday, February 16th, UnidosUS convened an invite-only, virtual roundtable with more than 18 Florida-based anti-hunger policy and advocacy organizations to identify and discuss policy interventions and system changes to reduce food insecurity in the state.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL EVENT
February 9, 2021
The Latino Agenda for Biden’s First 100 Days
On February 9, UnidosUS hosted a virtual town hall, "The Latino Agenda for Biden’s First 100 Days.” UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía was joined by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Congressman Raul Ruiz (CA-36) to discuss the public health and economic crises facing our country and why it is critical that Latinos’ needs and perspective be considered in the recovery. Alicia Menendez, Anchor for MSNBC, moderated this important discussion.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
January 18, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccines: Your Questions Answered
On January 18, UnidosUS hosted a virtual town hall, "COVID-19 Vaccines: Your Questions Answered," which focused on providing our community with crucial and accurate information and answers to their most frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccines and the current vaccination rollout plan. This town hall was possible thanks to the generosity of our presenting sponsor CVS Health.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
December 16, 2020
How Hispanic Texans Voted in 2020 and What’s Next?
On December 16, UnidosUS hosted a virtual roundtable, "How Hispanic Texans Voted in 2020 and What’s Next?”, which examined the role that Latinos in Texas played during the 2020 election, and what we can expect in terms of civic engagement from our community in the future.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL EVENT
December 16, 2020
Por qué ser parte de ensayos clínicos es importante para latinos
El miércoles, 16 de diciembre, UnidosUS presentó una conversación sobre lo importante que es para los latinos participar en estudios clínicos y disipar mitos y malentendidos sobre estos.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL WEBINAR
December 9, 2020
Building Escalera Youth Imagination
On December 9, UnidosUS hosted an Escalera Disney virtual career panel, “Building Escalera Youth Imagination,” which was aimed at helping Latino youth imagine more careers for themselves, provided important perspectives from Latinos in the arts, and presented the case for why it’s important for Latinos to be represented across a diverse array of fields.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
November 18, 2020
Racial Equity: Latinos Agents of Racial Justice
On November 18, UnidosUS hosted a virtual town hall, "Racial Equity: Latinos as Agents of Racial Justice: How Hispanic Diversity Can Promote Racial Reconciliation,” which examined the role that Latinos can play as agents of change as the country increasingly confronts issues of racial discrimination.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
November 12, 2020
Open Enrollment 2021 is Here: Take Action and Enroll!
Open Enrollment provides the Latino community with an opportunity to enroll in health coverage with peace of mind knowing that they and their family are covered.
La inscripción abierta 2021 está aquí: ¡Actúe e inscríbase!
La inscripción abierta brinda a la comunidad latina la oportunidad de inscribirse en una cobertura médica con la tranquilidad de saber que ellos y su familia están cubiertos.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL EVENT
November 5, 2020
Arizona Voter Turnout and Trends Among Latino and American Indian Electorates
UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía joined the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) CEO Kevin Allis and field organizer for Promise Arizona Alexis Rodriguez in a webinar on the Latino and American Indian vote in Arizona, a key battleground state with significant Latino and American Indian populations.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
October 29, 2020
Adelante to the Polls Virtual Town Hall
On October 29, UnidosUS hosted a virtual town hall, "ADELANTE to the Polls,” just four days before the presidential election to encourage early voters and Election Day voters to finalize their voting plan and follow through with it, as well as to share an overview of what to expect once the polls close. Resources on where to obtain information or talk to a person live if you have any questions were also shared.
UNIDOS VIRTUAL EVENT
October 27, 2020
De Colores: A LGBTQIA+ Latinx Celebration
Join us to celebrate LGBTQ History Month and Latinx leaders. Thanks to the support of General Motors, UnidosUS hosted a space to connect via a virtual networking reception, followed by an exciting panel highlighting queer Latinx leadership across movements and sectors.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
October 21, 2020
Estamos a menos de dos semanas de las elecciones y UnidosUS, en un evento patrocinado por AARP trajo expertas a la mesa redonda “Eleva tu voz. Vota seguro” para hablar sobre las opciones de voto en estas elecciones.
UNIDOS US WEBINAR
October 5, 2020
Una comunidad en acción durante la reapertura de escuelas
En este webinar, patrocinado por NEA, UnidosUS y expertos de diferentes organizaciones, proporcionarán herramientas prácticas a familias, estudiantes y educadores para ayudarles en abogacía educacional sobre la seguridad y la equidad en la reapertura de las escuelas.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
September 30, 2020
COVID 19 - What is Happening to Latino Renters?
Approximately one in five renters are at risk of eviction. The risk is even higher for our community. For example, the week of July 21, one in three Black and Latino renters reported that they were unable to pay rent, compared with 20% of White and Asian renters.
UNIDOS US WEBINAR
September 24, 2020
Latino Students Speak About Their Higher Education Experience
While Latino students are entering college, they face financial and institutional barriers once they arrive which makes it difficult for them to remain enrolled. Our panelists during the webinar shared their personal stories of their college experience but also spoke about the obstacles that Latino students encounter when they go to college while examining the way these have been exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWN HALL
September 21, 2020
With as many registered voters in the Latino community as potential eligible voters, Latino voters around the country are poised to make a difference in battleground districts around the country.
UNIDOS US WEBINAR
August 25, 2020
What’s at Stake for California’s Latinx College Students and Borrowers After COVID-19?
Latino college students in California are disproportionately first-generation and low-income. About 50 percent of community college students in the state experienced food insecurity before the pandemic; 60 percent faced housing insecurity. And, Latino students are more likely to face financial barriers when it comes to completing higher education.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
August 11, 2020
La salud mental de nuestrxs jóvenes: una conversación abierta
En nuestro webinar “La salud mental de nuestrxs jóvenes: una conversación abierta,” contamos con los expertos Héctor Sánchez-Flores, director ejecutivo del National Compadres Network; Karla Payes, trabajadora social psiquiátrica en Los Angeles Unified School District; y Omar Ornelas, director de aplicación de programas en Teach For America; y que inauguró la Congresista Nanette Diaz Barragán, representante de los EE.UU. por el distrito 44 de California.
UNIDOS US PRESS CALL
July 16, 2020
The Latino Community in the Time of Coronavirus
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Congressman Joaquin Castro, and UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía, along with moderator Carlos Guevara, Associate Director of Immigration Initiatives at UnidosUS, discuss the release of a new report n the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had on the Latino community.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
July 2, 2020
UnidosUS: Empowering Youth Advocates
Youth are playing an important role in shaping our country’s future. Our Líderes Avanzando Fellows are dynamic leaders who are navigating the effects of COVID-19 and civil unrest firsthand in different parts of our country. To shape a more equitable future, our youth must be at the table. This roundtable will provide an opportunity to directly center youth voices and offer perspectives on how young advocates can become leaders.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
June 29, 2020
COVID-19 and the Unequal Impact on Arizona’s Latinos
Latinos in Arizona were already vulnerable to health disparities before the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in the United States, with especially troubling trends for Latino children. After the virus, these inequities have only been exacerbated for the Arizona Hispanic community at large.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
June 25, 2020
COVID-19's Impact on Texas Latino Health: What Can You Do?
The number of coronavirus cases are continuing to rise in Texas, a state that also has the distinction of having the highest overall uninsured rate in the country.
UNIDOS US WEBINAR
June 24, 2020
Navigating the Financial Aid Process Amidst The COVID-19 Pandemic
UnidosUS hosted a webinar aimed at demystifying the college financial aid process; examining the challenges that students and their families have encountered as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; and giving advice to students and families on how they can advocate for themselves in the higher education system.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
June 18, 2020
Latino Education in the Time of Quarantine
Moderated by Nicole Suarez, Correspondent for Noticias Telemundo, with welcome remarks by UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía, the town hall discussion included California State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond; CEO and co-founder of Latinos for Education Amanda Fernandez; and Oscar Romano, School Principal at YES Prep Gulfton.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
June 18, 2020
Cambios al programa de SNAP bajo COVID-19
En un panel virtual realizado el jueves, 18 de junio, por UnidosUS y el Food Research Action Center (FRAC), se abordaron los cambios que se han hecho al programa de SNAP (el Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria) bajo COVID-19 y se presentaron los desafíos, las mejores prácticas y las lecciones aprendidas que experimentan los latinos cuando se inscriben a SNAP.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL ROUNDTABLE
May 20, 2020
COVID-19 Economic Recovery and the Latino Community
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Rockefeller Foundation President Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, and UnidosUS SVP of Policy & Advocacy Eric Rodriguez, along with moderator Rafael Bernal from The Hill, discuss the devasting economic impact of COVID-19 on Latino workers and small businesses, and the need for inclusive economic recovery.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWN HALL
May 12, 2020
The Frontline Response: Local Latino Leaders Address COVID-19
Join us to discuss the impact of the coronavirus on Latinos and the response of local leaders Mayor Eric Garcetti, Tucson Mayor Regina Romero in their communities. Moderated by Univision Leon Krauze.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWN HALL
May 12, 2020
The Frontline Response: Local Latino Leaders Address COVID-19
Join us to discuss the impact of the coronavirus on Latinos and the response of local leaders Mayor Eric Garcetti, Tucson Mayor Regina Romero in their communities. Moderated by Univision Leon Krauze.
UNIDOS US VIRTUAL TOWNHALL
April 22, 2020
The Unequal Impact of Covid-19 on the Latino Community
Moderated by MSNBC Anchor Alicia Menendez, hear from our panelists about the latest updates on the current state of COVID-19, what’s at stake for our community, and the available resources to help families during this crisis:
• Janet Murguía, President and CEO, UnidosUS
• Richard E. Besser, M.D., President and CEO, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
• U.S. Representative Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Chair, Congressional Hispanic Caucus
TELEASAMBLEA INFORMATIVA
March 31, 2020
Coronavirus: La Salud de Nuestras Familias
Expertos comparten información sobre COVID-19 y cómo protegernos.
Moderadora: Nicole Suárez Panelistas: Janet Murguía, Dr. Kathleen Page, Dr. Raul Ruiz