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Dear Latina Style Readers,
As the national president of LULAC, I am
exceptionally proud to have been given the
opportunity to lead an organization that has fought
to enhance the economic, educational, political,
health, and civil rights of the Hispanic population
in the communities it serves. Although there have
been many advances and victories, there are still
more obstacles to overcome. A large part of our
success is due to the hard work of the women of
LULAC. From making sure that even the youngest child
is treated fairly at school to keeping up the
standards for healthcare for our elderly, their
contributions to our communities and their constant
involvement assure that they will continue to be
major players in a brighter future for all Latinas.
For many years, LULAC has included women as a vital
part of an army of volunteers that has transformed
LULAC into the most respected civil-rights
organization in the United States and Puerto Rico.
Under the banner of LULAC, women from all walks of
life have contributed to the progress achieved for
Latinas in our country for the past 76 years.
Without the steady hand and strong resolve of our
LULAC women, many of our most significant milestones
could have never been achieved.
Latinas have penetrated the glass ceiling, but there
are still greater heights to be reached. By
attaining the most imperative tool, education, the
dreams of many young women can be realized, and it
is in those dreams that the future of the Latina
woman is as immeasurable as her determination and
dignity. It is the hope of LULAC that each woman
makes the most of every gift and opportunity she
has, not only as a personal victory and lesson but
also as a chance to mentor other women in the
Hispanic community. To begin such a legacy would
truly energize the Latina population with a sense of
empowerment and optimism. There are no limits to
what women can do in and for our world today, and I
look forward to witnessing the Latina woman’s
journey into the future
Sincerely,
Hector M. Flores |
