Latinos In Action

This Week’s Highlight: Jihobanna Marina Navarro García, Hispanic Family Center. My name is Jihobanna Marina Navarro García. I am 44 years old, Nicaraguan, a lawyer, and a notary. I have two children, a 24-year-old son and an 18-year-old daughter. I emigrated to the United States on February 13, 2022, and arrived in Camden, New Jersey, on February 22 of that same year. The reason for my emigration was the difficult sociopolitical situation my country had been facing since Apri

This Week’s Highlight: Roseline Joseph, Hispanic Family Center. Roseline Joseph, of Dominican and Haitian background, arrived in the United States ready to begin a new chapter in her life. Like many newcomers, she faced uncertainty, but also carried a strong desire to move forward and build a better future. After hearing about a course offered at the Hispanic Family Center, she decided to take a chance and get involved. From the very first day, she was met with kindness and

This Week's Spotlight: Samantha Díaz, Hispanic Women’s Resource Center Background Samantha Díaz, originally from the Dominican Republic, came to the center with a clear goal: to learn English and better adapt to life in the United States. After hearing about the program from her aunt, who had previously taken classes at the center, Samantha felt encouraged to take that first step. Having arrived in the country just three months ago, she was looking for support, guidance, an