Financial support received from private,
government and foundation sectors.
HARTFORD, Conn., April 29,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latinas & Power Corp.
announced the successful launch and expansion of the Latinas in
Leadership Institute (LiLi), a groundbreaking virtual program
designed to empower Latina professionals and entrepreneurs in
Connecticut, Massachusetts and beyond. With generous
financial support from private, government, and foundation sectors,
Latinas & Power Corp. has been able to secure the necessary
funding to establish and grow this transformative initiative. "This
investment will build capacity for a meaningful development
opportunity for Latina leaders around New England," said
Braeden Mayrisch, VP, Equity and
Impact at Voya Financial and VP, Voya Foundation, "The Latinas in
Leadership Institute provides our participants with an opportunity
to invest in skill-building for themselves and their employers,
while finding meaningful ways to give back to the Hartford
Region."
Established by Latinas & Power Corp., LiLi is a culturally
relevant and innovative six-month virtual leadership and advocacy
certificate program tailored specifically for Latina professionals
and community leaders in their early to mid-career stages. By
bringing together participants from diverse sectors such as
private, academic, government and non-profit grassroots
organizations, LiLi provides a platform for a wide range of
perspectives and ideas, enriching the overall learning experience
for all involved.
The successful launch of the first cohort of LiLi in
September 2023 culminates in the
upcoming graduation for the inaugural group of 15 women and will be
celebrated at the 21st annual Latinas & Power Symposium on
May 30, 2024, at the CT Convention
Center. Marilyn Alverio, Executive
Director of the Institute and CEO of Latinas & Power Corp.,
stated "The impact has been tremendous." Through rigorous program
evaluation and testimonials, we have witnessed lives being
transformed, renewed sense of purpose confidence and powerful
connections called a "comadre-ship" being forged among Latina
professionals.
In response to overwhelming demand and positive feedback from
participants, Latinas & Power Corp. is kicked off it's second
cohort of the Latinas in Leadership Institute during Women's
History Month this past March, and has a completion timeline set
for September. "Liberty Bank Foundation is proud to be
one of the founding benefactors of LiLi and we recognize the
significant impact this initiative has on creating more equitable
communities," said David
Glidden, Liberty Bank
President and CEO and Liberty Bank Foundation
President. "LiLi provides a strong network of
advocates and partners to uplift Latinas, build wealth, and
offer personal and professional growth
opportunities. Deepening our partnership with the
Latinas and Power Corporation is a fundamental step in working
together to offer more educational opportunities for the Latina
population to help women gain critical skills that will ensure
their success."
Recognizing the urgent need to address the Latina Leadership Gap
in the U.S and to cultivate a pipeline of Latina leaders and
advocates, Latinas & Power Corp. has successfully secured
funding from various sectors in a short period. This support
underscores the confidence and trust placed in the institute's
strategic planning and execution. "This is about increasing
representation in all sectors. The problem with representation
often is that we do not have representation to pull from. We expect
that this program will have the intended impact" state
Alverio.
Investing in expanding programs, reaching more beneficiaries,
and launching new initiatives is crucial for the long-term
sustainability of Latinas & Power Corp. The next cohort
application process begins on May 1,
2024. By equipping emerging Latina leaders with the
necessary skills to assume leadership and advocacy roles, we are
harnessing diverse talents and experiences, and promoting a culture
of inclusivity.
As the centerpiece of the curriculum is a capstone project where
the women working teams to develop a report on issues impacting the
Latino community. The five topics selected include: Financial
literacy & Wealth management, Disparities in Education,
Unrealized Power of the Latino Voter and Health equity. "The
Latinas in Leadership Institute contributes to creating stronger
communities. Our efforts in fostering a network of advocates in the
community align with their mission," stated Tiffany Donelson, President & CEO of CT
Health Foundation.
Funding sources in addition to: Voya Financial, Liberty Bank
Foundation and the CT Health Foundation include: M & T Bank
Foundation, Community Foundation of Greater New Haven and the TJX Foundation and
national office of AARP. The organization has also received support
from the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community
Development.
Applications for Cohort 3 will be open on May 1, 2024, and can be found
at www.latinasinleadershipinstitute.com
The session will run from the end of September with its two-day
launch retreat and end in March of 2025.
For more information about the Latinas in Leadership Institute
and how to get involved, please visit Latinas in Leadership
Institute or contact the program manager:
rebecca@latinasandpower.com
About Latinas & Power Corp.
Latinas & Power Corp. is a network of Latina
professionals with the mission of inspiring, motivating,
encouraging and providing tools that enable Latinas to succeed as
influential leaders and advocates in the workplace, community and
beyond. Through initiatives like the Latinas in Leadership
Institute, Latinas & Power Corp aims to create opportunities
for personal and professional growth, foster leadership
development, and promote diversity and inclusion.
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