Celebrating Hispanic & Latine heritage, moving towards racial equity
September 20, 2024
National Hispanic Heritage Month happens from September 15 - October 15. It’s a time to celebrate those who trace their roots to Central America, Mexico, South America, Spain, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean.
At the Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger, we applaud the many rich contributions of Hispanic and Latine communities to our shared history, culture, and efforts for food justice and sovereignty. But we also recognize that poverty and hunger disproportionately impact families and individuals in these communities – the result of a long history of policies that have created and maintained barriers to opportunity for people of color.
We believe that everyone should have a fair and just opportunity to live the healthiest life possible, no matter who we are, where we live and come from, what language we speak, or how much money we make. And we remain committed to our values around equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Right now, that means prioritizing and creating space for community voice and participation, compensating those with living or lived experiences, and ensuring language justice during all Blueprint-hosted meetings, activities, and public communication. Find out more about our equity framework.
We’ll continue to work alongside all of you in our network (and anyone else who wants to join) in removing obstacles, increasing access, building community power, and elevating community voice. And, as part of the Blueprint, you’re playing an integral role in moving us closer to our collective vision – a Colorado where everyone can access the food they choose, where they want it, and when they need it.