The Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s Speakers Bureau was formally launched in 2006 as a sustainable way to position Latino leaders in a position from which to lead. In an effort to further expand the role of the young leaders as credible sources of inspiration to their peers and younger Latinos, the HHF staff has systematically identified and coordinated speaking opportunities for past and present Youth Award recipients to visit grade schools, high schools, churches and youth centers in communities across America. The most powerful impact is made by focusing on the speakers’ old neighborhoods for a stronger connection to younger Latinos and all Americans who face the same circumstances the Youth Awardees were able to overcome. These young leaders offer insight and serve as role models and offer their services as mentors to the younger audiences. Through these speaking opportunities, the Youth Awardees provide sparks, optimism and a glimpse into the possibility of what can be accomplished through vision, hard work and ganas.

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