ALMAS joined community partners for Building a Stronger Community Together, a virtual conversation focused on connection, safety, and belonging. ALMAS Vice President and Founder Diana Torres Hawken was honored to serve as one of the speakers, sharing perspectives on solidarity, community care, and the work ahead. Participants reflected on the challenges facing our neighbors and discussed practical ways to take action from supporting families to strengthening networks like the

We’re excited to share some important news: State Bill 2270: Latina and Latino Studies in the K–12 Curriculum is moving forward—and we...

Mira el taller en Zoom que responde a preguntas clave, ofrece herramientas prácticas y ayuda a construir una red de apoyo sólida. Mantente informado mientras cambian las políticas con las expertas Laura León (abogada de inmigración), Giselle Rodríguez (Illinois Workers in Action) y Lee Ragsdale (Education Justice Project). Presentado en español.

Diana Torres Hawken, Evangeline Topete, Cynthia Castillo, and Amie Topete Today , ALMAS (Alliance of Latinos Motivating Action in the...

ALMAS is proud to share that Saúl Olivas , one of our dedicated members and community advocates, has been selected as the Grand Marshal...

As ICE raids escalate and fear spreads across immigrant communities nationwide, ALMAS (Alliance of Latinos Motivating Action in the...

Watch the Zoom workshop that answers key questions, offers practical tools, and build a strong support network. Stay informed as policies change with expert speakers Laura Leon (Immigration Attorney), Giselle Rodriguez (Illinois Workers in Action), and Lee Ragsdale (Education Justice Project).

With elections taking place, it is time to check your registration, find your polling location, and get informed about what’s on your ballot. Voting is a powerful way to shape our community’s future! We recently hosted a special membership meeting focused on voting topics with valuable insights from community leaders and experts.

Saul Olivas was born in Aurora, Illinois, in 1982 to Hispanic immigrants from Durango, Mexico. He was one of five siblings, and although...