On November 1st, the Mexico Institute hosted a conference focusing on Latin American immigrants and their role as social, civic and political actors in the United States. Click here for more information about the event.
Event: Latin American Immigrants: Civic and Political Participation in the Washington DC-Metro Area
This event is part of a national study of Latin American immigrants and their role as social, civic and political actors in the United States. The project includes case studies of six cities around the nation where Latin American immigrants have a strong presence. It aims to examine successful experience of civic and political engagement by immigrants and barriers to greater participation.
Documents
Latinos in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area: Findings from the 2006 Latino National Survey
Michael Jones-Correa
Cornell University
November 1, 2007
Latin American Immigrants in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area
Audrey Singer
The Brookings Institution
November 1, 2007
The Mexico Institute seeks to improve understanding, communication, and cooperation between Mexico and the United States by promoting original research, encouraging public discussion, and proposing policy options for enhancing the bilateral relationship. A binational Advisory Board, chaired by Luis Téllez and Earl Anthony Wayne, oversees the work of the Mexico Institute. Read more
