Resources: Idaho, N. Nevada, Wyoming
Facts and Figures
Demographic Makeup of the West
U.S. Census Reports and Statistics
Education
Curricular
In the media
- Recently, Laura Bush, in Boise for the Early Learning Summit for the Northwest Region, shared her views about early childhood and bilingual education in an exclusive interview with IdahoPTV producer Marcia Franklin.
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Historias de Familia, a project of KNPB Online (Reno) in conjunction with the broadcast of the PBS Latino drama, American Family.
Support/Lobbying
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College Assistance Minority Program
The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) provides support to migrant or seasonal farmworkers and their children to attend college. CAMP provides financial support, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring to ensure success in school.
Boise State University
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83
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University of Idaho
Yolanda Bisbee
SUB Room 71
Moscow, ID 83
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Council on Hispanic Education
Mari DeLeon
317 Happy Day Blvd. Suite 125
Caldwell, ID 83607
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Purpose: The Council on Hispanic Education is a private non-profit corporation to enhance the educational, economic and social welfare of Hispanics in the State of Idaho. The mission of the Council on Hispanic Education is to organize community-based efforts that will improve the educational status of Idaho's Hispanics.
Student Organizations
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Hispanic Collegians of Idaho (HCI)
A coalition of Idaho universities and colleges that promotes and preserves the Hispanic culture. Committed to addressing the needs of the Hispanic community, promoting higher education and obtaining academic excellence.
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Albertson College of Idaho:
Albertson Latino Americano Students (ALAS)
Albertson College
2112 Cleveland Blvd.
Caldwell, ID 83605
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Boise State University:
Organizacion de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos (OELA)
Student Union Building
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID 83725
Phone:
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College of Southern Idaho:
Latinos Unidos
College of Southern Idaho
315 Falls Ave.
PO Box 1238
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Phone: -ext. 2221
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Idaho State University:
Hispanic Awareness Leadership Organization (HALO)
Idaho State University
Campus. Box 8170
Pocatello, ID 83
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University of Idaho:
Campos (Camp Students)
University of Idaho
PO Box 442431
UCC228
Moscow, ID 83
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Organizacion de Estudiantes Latino-Americanos (OELA)
University of Idaho PO Box 442431
UCC228
Moscow, ID 83
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General (Economic, Cultural, Political, Legal)
IDAHO
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Hispanic Business Association
Alice Whitney
10624 W. Executive Drive
Boise, ID 83713
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Mission: To provide a forum for Hispanic professionals to promote the advancement and development of Hispanics in the business world, by expanding education and business opportunities for the Hispanic population of southwest Idaho, eastern Oregon and the Northwest United States.
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Hispanic Cultural Center (http://www.hispanicculturalcenter.org/)
Jorge Pena (Director)
1307 Third Street South
Nampa, ID 83651
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Purpose: The primary goal of the Center is to foster understanding and appreciation for the achievements of Hispanic people. The Center will preserve Hispanic Cultural and artistic traditions and customs through activities and programming including a museum, art exhibits, theater productions, dance presentations, classes and special events.
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Idaho Commission on Hispanic Affairs ()
La Comisión de Asuntos Hispanos de Idaho
Don Peña
5460 W. Franklin Rd. Suite B
Boise, ID 83705
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The Idaho Commission on Hispanic affairs (ICHA) is a non-partisan state agency working to promote equality in economic, educational, social, legal, housing, and political opportunities for Hispanics while serving as a liaison between community and governmental entities. The Commission identifies and monitors programs, legislation, and researches problems and issues affecting Hispanic Idahoans. The main goal of the commission is to overcome racism by fostering an awareness and appreciation of Hispanic culture. By doing this, they hope to create a positive environment where Hispanics can succeed. A newsletter is published and the commission meets quarterly in various locations throughout the state.
Busca mejorar el estado educativo, social y económico de la población hispana.
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Idaho Council on Hispanic Employment and Education (ICHEE)
Shelly Cooper
c/o Bureau of Land Management
3948 Development Ave.
Boise, ID 83705
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Idaho Department of Labor, Job Service (/ or http://www.jobservice.us)
317 W. Main St.
Boise, ID, 83
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Local, state and federal job search and registry. Check online or contact for job service office in your area.
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Idaho Hispanic Caucus
Al Sanchez
P.O. Box 1445
Boise, ID 83701
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The Caucus promotes the social welfare of the Idaho community as a whole and the Hispanic community in particular through community education, legislation and administrative advocacy, and the coordination of services available through other organizations. The organization seeks to centrally administer advocacy for Hispanics and plans to retain lobbyists and consultants who will address issues effecting Hispanics.
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Idaho Human Rights Commission (ihrchome.htm)
La Comisión de Derechos Humanos de Idaho
1109 Main Street, Fourth Floor
Box 83720
Boise, ID 83
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TDD/TTY
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This agency has jurisdiction to investigate complaints of discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion and national origin in employment, housing, education and public accommodations. In employment and housing, it processes claims of discrimination based on disability. The commission provides technical assistance and education where possible. It has a limited number of research papers and videos for loan.
Procesa reclamos de discriminación alegada en empleo, vivienda, adaptaciones públicas y educación. Tiene una cantidad limitada de trabajos de investigación y videos disponibles para pedir prestados.
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Idaho Legal Aid, Migrant Law Unit (http://idaholegalaid.org)
Eric Johnson
1104 Blaine
Caldwell, ID 83605
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Specializing in legal services for migrant farmworkers and their families.
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Idaho Migrant Council, Inc.
317 Happy Day Blvd.
Caldwell, ID 83607
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Formed to benefit legal residents who are migrant or seasonal farm workers, the Idaho Migrant Council provides comprehensive services to migrant farmworkers and other rural residents of Idaho. Supportive services include health, medical, food bank, referral and emergency transportation. The Council also has educational programs to assist migrant families. Migrant Head Start is a program that provides pre-school education and support for individuals as they work to strengthen their family units. Contact the main office for information regarding IMC locations in your area.
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IMAGE de Idaho
Doug Fagerness
Harding Family Center
411 North 15th, Suite 103
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Phone: , ext. 12
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This Latino outreach project provides resources and support for Latino families around the state, as well as raising awareness of Hispanic culture and sponsoring cultural events and celebrations. The organization is committed to the employment, education and civil rights of Hispanics.
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Las Latinas Americanas
Patsy Stockdale
PO Box 306
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
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Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Information Exchange (/)
Idaho Department of Labor
317 West Main Street, Boise ID 83
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Education, Employment and Training Services
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Mujeres Unidas de Idaho
Elena Rodriguez
P.O. Box 8252
Boise, ID 83707
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Formed to assist Hispanic women entering a professional career while enhancing their entrance and advancement in employment and training opportunities, the organization's goals are to foster the education of Hispanic women and broaden their awareness of political and social issues. The organization sponsors an annual conference.
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Salud y Provecho (Idaho Immigrant Council)
317 Happy Day Blvd.
Caldwell, ID 83606
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A counseling and referral service of Idaho Migrant Council, staffed by professional bilingual case managers, it provides culturally appropriate family assessment and treatment, including marriage mental health, drug and alcohol, and Parents as Teachers in both Spanish and English. This organization also provides a women's support group.
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Idaho Hispanic Youth Symposium
The symposium brings together Hispanic high school students from throughout Idaho to listen to motivational speakers and to participate in interactive workshops designed to enhance self-esteem, leadership and problem-solving skills, as well as to examine possible career paths for the future.
An initiative of the Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory (INEEL)
/community/hispanic_youth/
NEVADA
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Community Language Solutions
3905 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
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Nevada Hispanic Services, Inc.
In Reno:
3905 Neil Road
Reno, NV 89502
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In Carson City:
637 S. Stewart St.
Carson City, NV 89701
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Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Northern Nevada
P.O. Box 7458
Reno, NV 89510
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WYOMING
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Carmina Oaks
Latino Resource Center
170 N. Glenwood
Jackson, WY 83001
Phone:
www.latinorc.org
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Antonio Rios-Bustamante
Director, Chicano Studies Department
University of Wyoming
326 Arts and Sciences Building
Laramie, WY 82070
http://uwyo.edu/chicanostudies/
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Wyoming Latino Coalition
C/O Equality State Policy Center
304 Main Streeet #8
Lander, WY 82520
www.equalitystate.org
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Dr. Dolores Cardona
Director of Multicultural Services
University of Wyoming
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