Latino Children and Families Council
Consejo Latino para los Niños y Familias
Mission
Our mission is to promote and support the safety, wellbeing and success of Latino children and families through networking, advocacy, outreach and education in a culturally and linguistically competent manner
Goals
Build awareness of services by promoting community engagement collaborating with organizations that provide services to Latino families and children
Strengthen partnership between community organizations and Latino families
Promote access to quality and affordable childcare, school readiness, and success in school that is culturally and linguistically appropriate
Support and promote Latino /Hispanic cultural values and leadership among families, parents, providers, and community members
Represent the concerns of the Latino community concerning the children and families within our own organizations and to other organizations and systems
Board of Directors
Chair - Fabiola Hamdan of Dane County Department of Human Services / Joining Force for Families
Vice Chair - Teresa Tellez-Giron of Dane County Human Services /Child Protection Services
Secretary – Blanca Garcia UW