Our Mission

Through advocacy and analysis, the Forum builds a foundation for equity, justice and economic prosperity for the Latino community. By catalyzing policy change, the Forum works to improve education outcomes, advocate for affordable housing, promote just immigration policies and strengthen community leadership.

Blog

Recovery for Whom? A Rosy Picture for the Economy Not So Rosy After All.

Forum in the News

Bloomberg Government publishes a blurb on the Forum's redistricting advocacy

The Springfield State Journal-Register sites Roberto Valdez Jr.'s State Senate testimony on redistricting

The Chicago Tribune cites Forum research in a story about how COVID has changed the quinceañera industry

Events

Latinos on the Move 2020: Purpose, Passion, Unity

"Latinos on the Move 2020: Purpose, Passion, Unity" will dive into the Forum's work in uniting Black and Brown communities and responding to the pandemic amidst a year that has exposed and exacerbated the inequities that these communities continue to face
Cases are increasing across the board and especially in the Latino community. New research underscores how important it is to wear a mask, even if you are vaccinated. https://t.co/yfwVUoYZhw
Opportunity to vote for either an in-person or virtual location will be available when you register. Register here: https://t.co/WqStY64KTI
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"Coronavirus tests taken by Latinos also have come up positive nearly 46% of the time, according to an analysis of data from the Illinois Department of Public Health carried out by the Latino Policy Forum."

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Reimagining Unity in Black and Brown Communities in Chicago: A Conversation About Social Justice