Category: Leadership

Evelyn Miralles, Groundbreaking Virtual Reality.

October 4, 2016

(Latino) – CNET en español’s multimedia producer Erica Argueta presents a very interesting interview with scientist and astronaut Evelyn Miralles, who developed a virtual reality program of outstanding value to NASA’s space research, pioneering these type of programs in the industry. Check this video interview: https://www.cnet.com/es/videos/evelyn-miralles-nasa-realidad-virtual-latinos-2016-video/ About Erica Argueta: Argueta is Multimedia Producer at CNET … More Evelyn Miralles, Groundbreaking Virtual Reality.

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7 Razones para votar por Loretta Sánchez para Senadora de California.

June 2, 2016

Por Lupita Peimbert. (Voto Latino) La elección primaria, 7 de junio, está a la vuelta de la esquina. Para cada persona en la comunidad hispanohablante, es más que nunca muy importante que vote y que decida quién tendrá el poder de representarle ante el gobierno de los Estados Unidos. “El poder nunca es regalado, se … More 7 Razones para votar por Loretta Sánchez para Senadora de California.

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A powerful legacy, and the leadership many wish to have.

March 31, 2016

By Lupita Peimbert. (Culture) While thousands of farm workers in California and elsewhere continue a seemingly never ending struggle to achieve better working conditions, their visibility as a group has increased. The public has an awareness of what farm workers bring to the table, and why it is extremely important to protect their rights as … More A powerful legacy, and the leadership many wish to have.

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Nations Want to Do More For, and About Refugees and Migrants.

December 18, 2015

[LP] On the occasion of International Refugees and Migrants Day, December 18, 2015, world leaders are expressing their intentions to support and protect the rights of refugees and migrants. Here is what Undersecretary Carlos Pérez Verdia is saying about this important date:  Mexico’s leadership on new migration challenges Mexico will commemorate International Migrants Day with … More Nations Want to Do More For, and About Refugees and Migrants.

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Honoring Rosario Anaya: A True Latina Leader in San Francisco.

September 19, 2015

  A group of people gathered Saturday celebrating the life of Rosario Anaya, born in Bolivia and a long time San Francisco activist focused on issues affecting the Latino community. Anaya was 70 years old when she passed away  to lung cancer on August 5. She was the executive director for the Mission Learning Vocational School, … More Honoring Rosario Anaya: A True Latina Leader in San Francisco.

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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Receives Leadership Recognition

June 22, 2015

(San Francisco) – At a well-attended gathering, part of the closing ceremonies for the US Mayors Convention Sunday evening in San Francisco, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti was honored by the Latino Leaders Network for his leadership and contribution to furthering the success of minorities in his current role. He received the “Antonio Villaraigosa Award.” Garcetti’s … More Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Receives Leadership Recognition

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Women Leaders Talk About Courageous Leadership.

May 15, 2015

 By Lupita Peimbert.   Courageous Leadership: the conviction to speak up for what is right, the ability to act in the face of fear, and the habit of continuously giving ourselves credit for our strengths, just to give a few definitions. At a recent event by the Bay Area Women Leader’s Network in San Francisco, … More Women Leaders Talk About Courageous Leadership.

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40 years. This is How You Support The Community.

August 3, 2014

(San Francisco) – Ask San Francisco Police Chief Greg Suhr about Rita Alviar, founder and director of the Mission Education Projects, and he will tell you with a smile “I know this and I have told captains and others at SFPD: when Rita asks for something, you better respond.” Chief Suhr, the police department he … More 40 years. This is How You Support The Community.

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Jóvenes emprendedores mexicanos expanden sus horizontes.

July 23, 2014

(San Francisco) – 90 estudiantes de universidades mexicanas culminaron dos semanas de capacitación en el norte de California, en una reunión en la que estuvo presente el Secretario de relaciones exteriores José Antonio Meade Kuribreña, de visita en la región, y quien más tarde se reunió en privado con un selecto grupo de empresarios mexicanos … More Jóvenes emprendedores mexicanos expanden sus horizontes.

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Happy 4th of July!.

July 4, 2014

Despite of a few hateful, ignorant and arrogant groups of people, closed-minded to the contributions of immigrants of all types and perhaps fearful of real competition, the United States of America –the country I love, the country I call home too, continues as the land of opportunities. A place where we can fight for our … More Happy 4th of July!.

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7 Years Connecting Latino and other Professionals.

June 30, 2014

LAM Network, an online/offline group connecting professionals for career and entertainment, celebrates 7 years of success. July 18. W Hotel. San Francisco. #LAM7 (San Francisco) – LAM Network, an online and offline organization that connects professionals for business, career development, and entertainment, is celebrating 7 years of success on July 18, with a grand gathering … More 7 Years Connecting Latino and other Professionals.

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A human being in each undocumented immigrant

May 5, 2014

Empathy. Compassion. Economic realism. Congressmen Mike Thompson and Luis Gutierrez spoke about it while emphasizing the importance of immigration reform becoming real in Congress this summer, to a group of about 120 people during “Connecting Latino Voices,” a community gathering on May 3rd, at the beautiful Chateau St. Jean vineyard in Kenwood, Sonoma County. “It … More A human being in each undocumented immigrant

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Perspectives on Comprehensive Immigration Reform

April 17, 2013

By Lupita Peimbert (United States) – One thing is clear to me, the “Comprehensive Immigration Reform and Other Purposes Bill” currently in Congress, has interests and objectives that focus on the United States attracting and retaining the highly educated, highly talented, or highly entrepreneurial of the world. The adults undocumented immigrants are not the priority. … More Perspectives on Comprehensive Immigration Reform

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Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda: Justice and accountability are key to peace

March 21, 2013

 By Lupita Peimbert (Paris) – The Forum for New Diplomacy presented a conversation with prosecutor Fatou Bensouda of the International Criminal Court. The event was hosted by the International Herald Tribune, and the Academie Diplomatique Internationale, and facilitated by journalist Marlise Simons, on Tuesday, March 20.  With jurisdiction in more than 120 countries, Bensouda’s leadership … More Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda: Justice and accountability are key to peace

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