RI Schools Prepare for Immigration Investigations
Across the country, education officials are developing plans to protect students and their families from immigration enforcement since President Trump […]
RI Kids Count Event Highlights Collaboration in Childhood Advocacy
The Rhode Island Kids Count 24th Annual Celebration of Children’s Health and Well-Being event highlighted recent data findings, emphasized ongoing disparities among vulnerable populations, and announced the nonprofit’s 2025 legislative priorities.
¡Presente! Maria Santonastaso
Cranston Kindergarten Teacher Maria Santonastaso was announced as a National 2024-25 Milken Educator Awardee this fall. The ceremony launched the historic Milken Educator Awards season, making Santonastaso the 3,000th Milken Educator in the national network.
LNN Spotlight: Rhode Island’s Senior Voter Power
LNN Spotlight focuses on major issues important to local Hispanic/Latino and underrepresented communities — stay updated on the monthly series
LNN Spotlight: Preparing For Election Day
“Have a plan to vote,” said Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore. “Rhode Island is a fantastic, accessible voter-friendly state.”
Collaborative Community Outreach On Person-Centered Planning
The Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council (RIDDC), in partnership with LAZO Rhode Island and IN2U Relationships, is reaching out to Spanish-speaking individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to share about local services and resources.
LNN Spotlight: Supporting A Diverse Electorate
On this episode of LNN Spotlight, our guests speak on upcoming election deadlines, state-wide efforts to increase civic engagement, and the state’s Latino electorate.
La Broa’: Confronting Uncomfortable Realities
PROVIDENCE—A cultural homage to Providence’s established Latino community, La Broa’, recounts how we got here. In two hours, the performance
Citizens Bank Discusses A More Diversified Workforce With Local Partners
PROVIDENCE—Citizens Financial Group has pledged $600,000 to local workforce development efforts and training programs, with $200,000 dedicated to the Citizens
RIBA Launches Three-Year Banking Diversity Workforce Program
PROVIDENCE—While Rhode Island banks employ over 9,600 individuals and have paid more than $589 million to the state’s employees, industry
Rhode Island’s Urban Communities See Less State Education Funding, More Pandemic-Related Learning Loss
The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC) is urging the General Assembly to reevaluate and adjust how it distributes education
The Latino Policy Institute Looks To Expand Efforts Nationally
The Latino Policy Institute (LPI) at Roger Williams University is set to transition to an independent research and advocacy organization