Main Street Project/Raíces:
www.mainstreetproject.org
Main Street Project is a grassroots public policy and organizing initiative that works to document the economic challenges facing people in rural communities, give voice to their hopes and aspirations, and the tools to create change.
Through education, training, and organizing support, we help rural constituents develop non-partisan, civic-engagement strategies and build coalitions to increase political participation.
Raíces: :
What is Raíces?
Raíces is a four-state, four year project focused on building community capacity in rural Latino communities in Iowa, Minnesota, Idaho, and Oregon. The project is a partnership between the Northwest Area Foundation, the University of Iowa Institute for Support of Latino Families and Communities, and the Main Street Project. The name Raíces, or roots, refers to the deep roots that connect rural Latinos to their communities, and the strength of that culture, history, and connection in addressing challenges facing communities today, including poverty, and working together to sustain a vibrant future.
Raíces:
Desarrollando la capacidad de la comunidad Latina
¿Que es Raíces?
Raíces es una iniciativa enfocada en el desarrollo de la capacidad de las comunidades Latinas en Iowa, Minnesota, Idaho, y Oregon. La iniciativa durara cuatro años y es una colaboración entre la Fundación del Área Noroeste (Northwest Area Fundation), el Instituto Latino de la Universidad de Iowa y el Main Street Proyect. El nombre Raíces se refiere a las profundas venas que conectan a los Latinos con sus comunidades rurales. Estas raíces culturales e históricas son fortalezas que pueden ser usadas para mejorar nuestras comunidades y erradicar la pobreza.
Location(s)
Rural communities (Latino and Non) in MN, IA, OR, ID
Immigrants Rights Track
