In the context of the 10th Annual Latino Summit & Forum co-hosted with Ser Familia, over 150 decision-makers decision-makers and leaders had the opportunity to explore the findings of The State of the Latino Community in Georgia Report, a collaborative effort supported by the Latinx Alliance LCF Georgia, Ser Familia and Neighborhood Nexus featuring not only quantitative data, but also real voices…
Read MoreLCF Georgia Expands Board with New Appointments and Leadership Team Updates
The Latino Community Fund Georgia (“LCF Georgia”) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jason Cuevas and Carlos Fernandez to its board of directors. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2026 — The Latino Community Fund Georgia (“LCF Georgia”) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jason Cuevas and Carlos A. Fernandez to its board…
Read MoreLCF Georgia Condemn the Killing of Renee Nicole Goods by ICE
We at LCF Georgia, forcefully condemn the killing of Renee Nicole Goods by an ICE officer during an operation in Minneapolis yesterday. Renee was a mom, a citizen, a community member and advocate in her neighborhood. Per the video, she did not exercise any form of violence against law enforcement or her community and yet…
Read MoreThirteen Years of DACA: A Legacy of Hope, A Call for Action
Thirteen years after the launch of DACA, we reflect on its profound impact on immigrant youth and families in Georgia. Executive Director Gigi Pedraza shares why now, more than ever, we must demand permanent protections for Dreamers and honor their contributions with bold, compassionate leadership.
Read MoreVisibility, Pride, and Power: A Reflection on Growing Up Gay and Latino in the South
I knew the unspoken rules of survival already because of my ethnicity: keep quiet, stay small, don’t draw attention, be a good student, be perfect. I was terrified of coming out – not because I was ashamed of who I was, but because I was afraid of what I might lose.
Read MoreLCF Georgia Celebrates Latino Leadership & Representation Across Georgia’s Government
LCF Georgia honored Latino leaders across all 3 branches of GA’s government, promoting inclusion, accountability, and representation statewide.
Read MoreRejecting fear-mongering threats to all communities. What should you do?
We at LCF Georgia firmly reject and denounce threats of violence, deportation, hate and any language that diminishes any community. We are concerned about the fear these messages create in our children and families. Pamphlets have been reported in public parks, schools. Texts and emails have been received by many. — El Fondo Comunitario Latino…
Read MoreLCF Georgia’s Statement Following the 2024 Elections (Español abajo)
Thank you to each volunteer, voter, candidate, and supporter who attended the 2024 elections. We are grateful and inspired to work alongside you and your colleagues. While the election is over, however, participating in Democracy is a year around responsibility. We encourage you to rest as needed and also recommit to be active members of…
Read MoreResilience and Festivity: Latino Immigrants’ Influence on US Independence Day Celebrations (Español abajo)
Written by Lupita Quezada-Orosco Worldwide the month of July is a celebration of freedom in over 20 countries, four of which are Latin American countries. Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia, and Peru share July as an independence month with the U.S.. Over the past years, the immigrant population has steadily increased in the nation. Over 45.3 million…
Read MoreEmpowering Latino Leaders: LCF Georgia’s Second Civic Participation Fellowship Program (Español abajo)
Over the past weekend, the Latino Community Fund (LCF Georgia) successfully concluded its second Civic Participation Fellowship Program, a transformative three-day in-person initiative aimed at empowering Latino youth and community members across Georgia.
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