Improving policymakers’ understanding of the community’s needs
The Latino Policy Institute focuses in areas including education, economic equity, housing, health, and workforce development.
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.
This Thanksgiving, it’s not only OK, but necessary to talk politics
After a long and grueling election season, we need to connect with and not avoid one another.
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.
Majority of Hispanics, Latinos consume news in English
The findings of the Pew Research Center report are consistent with ongoing trends that signify a decades-long shift within the U.S. Hispanic and Latino community – a preponderance for English.
State Presents Shelter-Focused Plan Amid Calls For Long-Term Solutions
RI Latino News produces stories focused on the responses to the social determinants of health. Economic stability means that people have the resources
Hispanic Heritage Month: Oscar Perez
“Serving as Chief of Police for the city that welcomed me so many years ago and that has become my
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
Addressing Juvenile Justice System Disparities
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day from RILN; today reminds us of the progress we have made and the progress
Winter Raises Concern For Families of Color Experiencing Homelessness
RI Latino News produces stories focused on the responses to the social determinants of health. Economic stability means that people have the resources
Labor Issues Are a Concern Among Central Falls’ Diverse Workers
CENTRAL FALLS AND PAWTUCKET, R.I. — Issues concerning worker’s rights spread across the globe, but in Rhode Island, two cities
Ray Nunez: Disrupting Dominant Culture Through Marketing
Ray Nuñez has a life-long passion for creative storytelling, inclusive community engagement, and equitable brand building. Since migrating to the