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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.

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Meet the Latino Policy Forum’s Inaugural Associate Board

We are proud to introduce and welcome the members of our first ever Associate Board, a group of 16 community leaders committed to advancing equity…

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Latino Policy Forum Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Uphold Birthright Citizenship

Today’s decision is a relief for immigrant families, especially expectant parents who were navigating the uncertainty and fear that their child would be stateless, without…

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Summer 2026: A Letter from Linda Xóchitl Tortolero, President & CEO

This spring marked one year since I joined the Latino Policy Forum as President and CEO. I arrived right after a new federal administration took office that sought to redefine…

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Survivors of Sexual Violence Deserve Accountability and Justice: A Statement from the Latino Policy Forum

The Latino Policy Forum unequivocally stands with survivors of sexual violence.

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Governor Pritzker’s FY27 Budget Proposal: A Preliminary Review

Our initial analysis of the Governor’s proposed FY27 state budget and its potential impact on…

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Latino Policy Forum Reacts to Governor Pritzker’s Proposed FY27 Budget

The Latino Policy Forum responds to Governor Pritzker’s proposed FY27 budget and calls on lawmakers…

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Latino Policy Forum Releases State Budgetary and Policy Priorities for 2026

The Springfield Agenda outlines the budgetary, policy, and administrative priorities that the Forum will advocate…

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Our mission is to build the power, influence, and leadership of the Latino community through collective action to transform public policies that ensure the well-being of our community and society as a whole. The four pillars of our work are: