The United Way of Rhode Island 2020 John H. Chafee Lifetime Service  Award presented to Tomás Ávila, of Tomás Ávila Consulting, Milenio  Latino, for his service empowering and advancing the Latino Community of  Rhode Island. and the state, at the 94th Annual Celebration virtual  ceremony January 14, 2021.

Great way to conclude the 20th (2000-2020) anniversary of Latino “Growing Into Power in Rhode Island” series of conversations {June-October) and transition to what I’ve titled, “Black & Brown Leadership: The mainstreaming of Black and Brown communities across the United States, with this outstanding article by Boston Globe Reporter, Ed Fitzpatrick.

Gran manera de concluir el vigésimo (2000-2020) aniversario de la serie de conversaciones latinas "Growing Into Power in Rhode Island" (junio-octubre) y la transición a lo que he titulado, "Liderazgo Black & Brown: la integración de las Comunidades negros y marrones de los Estados Unidos, con este destacado artículo del Boston Globe por el reportero Ed Fitzpatrick.

Maria is seeking to become the first woman mayor of the second largest Rhode island city.

Latinos currently are and will increasingly become a critical foundation of support for the new American Economy, The economic contribution of the U.S. Latino community will become increasingly important moving forward to the economy, according to a new study released  by California Lutheran University.

Tomas Avila Facebook Live Conversation With City of Cranston mayoral candidate Maria Bucci Thursday October 15, 2020 6:00 PM

Maria is seeking to become the first woman mayor of the second largest Rhode island city.

Discussing her vision for the city of Cranston, diversity in her administration and the pending amendment of chapter 3.08 of the code of the city of Cranston, 42005, entitled “contracts and purchases” (Creating The Minority Owned Business Enterprise, Women Minority 6owned Business Enterprise, and Veteran Owned Business Enterprise)

Mensaje Electoral Vota Por Tu Futuro  incentivando la comunidad Latina a que salga a votar el martes 3 de noviembre, 2020,

In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

Facebook Live MBE Economy Conversation with

Doris Blanchard, Assitant Director SupplyRI at Rhode Island Commerce

“in any state  of Rhode Island RFP now, you get six extra points If you have your certification as an MBE/WBE. So, it helps you because, if two companies become finalists, and one has the certification, that company gets six more points and the awarding of the contract or grant.” Blanchard, Assistant Director SupplyRI, Rhode Island Commerce

“In terms of what benefits becoming an an MBE/WBE certify business, I would say everything, from learning, participation in diverse activities,  creating a large network, of associates to collaborate and partnered with larger companies. I mean, there is no ceiling to what you can get with your certification.Oscar Mejias, CEO, Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

In Celebration Of Hispanic Heritage Month & MEDWEEK a Virtual  Facebook Live Conversation With Brett Smiley Director Of Administration  State Of Rhode Island   We'll be having a conversation about the Minority Business Enterprise  (MBE) Program , Upcoming changes, initiatives to improve the  participation in the construction industry.

Líderes pastorales, las comunidades de fe y la comunidad en general,  necesitamos que se unan al equipo de trabajo del Concejo de la Ciudad de  Providence y a su Presidenta, Sabina Matos; a la Asociación de  Profesionales Latinos de Rhode Island (RIPLA); y a un grupo de  colaboradores compuestos por la Ciudad de Providence, la Alianza de  Transformación Social, Progreso Latino, la Cámara de Comercio Hispana, y  el Comité de Cuenta Completa de RI, en una conversación estratégica  para movilizar nuestras comunidades en miras al Censo 2020. Lunes, 31 de  agosto de 7:00-8:00 P.M. Vía Zoom. Las credenciales de conectarse  aparecerán en la pantalla, una vez complete la registración. Además,  enviaremos un correo electrónico recordándole la convocatoria y  adjuntaremos las credenciales.