Today we celebrate Friendship Day between El Salvador and the United States! We are so proud of our
#SisterCity
agreement with the city of San Salvador. We are committed to the strengthening and progress of our communities in both cities. Washington DC and San Salvador 🇸🇻🇺🇸
Gracias Alcalde
@emuyshondt
y Alcaldesa
@MayorBowser
por fortalecer aún más los lazos entre San Salvador y Washington DC a través de nuestro Acuerdo de Ciudades Hermanas.
Today,
@mayor_bowser
and Director
@eduperdomodc
for Women's History Month highlight the story of Carmen Rodríguez a Journalist at El Tiempo Latino. As a journalist,
@LaRodriguezCJ
seeks truth and objectivity. Carmen’s message to women is to trust yourself and your abilities.
La Alcaldesa
@MayorBowser
envió hoy una carta a la Administración del presidente Trump solicitando una extensión del TPS. Ayudanos a salvar el
#TPS
. Firma tu peticion:
#SaveTPS
#DCValues
Another amazing
#TasteOfTheWorld
thanks to everyone who honored us with their presence. We had an amazing turnout. Thanks to the 🇩🇴Ambassador
@josetomasperezv
for his support, and delegations of
@AlcaldiaDN
&
@AlcaldiaASDERD
and all the agencies that made this event possible!
Contributions made to the Latino population in the District of Columbia, have enriched our city in ways we cannot measure. Thanks for supporting this effort,
@MayorBowser
! We stand together.
#HHM
Diversity is one of the DC’s most valuable assets.
That's why
@MayorBowser
created the Immigrant Justice Program which has helped 30K+ people with legal support through a coalition of CBO's eliminating the fear of being targeted just because you're immigrant
#WeAreWashingtonDC
Meet Carlos Garcia originally from Honduras and resident in
#Ward4
! He is the first recipients of funds, part of
#DCValues
@MayorBowser
’s initiative to support immigrants with the naturalization process. He has been in this Country for more than three decades.
#FairShot
#SomosDC
Today,
@MayorBowser
and her Office on Latino Affairs, recognizes the work of Euclides Rengifo during black history month. Euclides is an educator and activist who focus on supporting education for our kids in DC. Here is his story!
@EduPerdomoDC
Today we will be joining
@MayorBowser
and San Salvador Mayor
@emuyshondt
to celebrate the anniversary of this historic partnership at 5:30 PM at the Wilson Building!
🔗
It’s
#HispanicHeritageMonth
! We’re so ready to celebrate with you a month full of pride. We’re paying tribute to the Latinos who have positively influenced and enriched our city. On behalf of
@MayorBowser
we thank you, for all you mean to us and to
#DC
! Events? We got you! 🔽🔽🔽
Happy Birthday to our beloved Latina, Dir
@jackiereyesdc
! Your determination & dedication are an inspiration to all Latino residents in
#DC
. You deserve to have a fun-filled birthday today surrounded by your family & friends for years to come.💐
#DCValues
#SomosDC
#HappyBirthday
Marjhorys Ibargüen is a proud AfroColombian and as the Public Information Officer at
@OLADCGov
she is contributing to the empowerment of Latinos in the DC area by sharing reliable information in English and Spanish. Thank you for your relentless work!
#WeAreDC
#WomensEqualityDay
TODAY‼️Join
@MayorBowser
at Virtual Noche Cultural and Award Ceremony to celebrate our Hispanic heritage and to recognize those who through their tireless work are supporting DC Latinos in 2020.
#HispanicHeritageMonthDC
RSVP Today:
Welcome, Maria Tello to the MOLA team! She is the first Afro-Latina to serve as the Director of Operations. Maria hopes to build stronger partnerships with DC agencies and CBOs to ensure that we are all working together towards a more prosperous and diverse District of Columbia.
#HispanicHeritageMonth
is over! We thank everyone who made this celebration unique. Without you this would not have been possible. We will continue working for you and delivering
@MayorBowser
’s message to ensure all Latinos across the 8 wards have a
#FairShot
.
#SomosDC
Tamira Benitez brings over 10 years of nonprofit leadership and experience to
@OLADCGov
. As part of
#TeamMOLA
, she helps create effective and efficient ways to support over 80 community partners, thousands of Latinos, and dozens of District agencies
#WeAreDC
#WomensEqualityDay
#HappyBirthday
to our Language Access Coordinator, Ronal Avila! We wish you a whole day full of laughter and joy and a year that brings you much success to your life and
#MOLA
.
Director
@jackiereyesdc
raising awareness and supporting our Salvadorian community to save TPS
La Directora Jackie Reyes Yanes apoyando a nuestros tepesianos
#SaveTPS
For Hispanic Heritage Month, you are invited to celebrate, promote, and preserve DC’s Latino culture.
#DistritodeCultura
We will have a kickoff event this Friday at Lamont Plaza! We can't wait to see you there!
@MayorBowser
@EduPerdomoDC
Today,
@MayorBowser
through MOLA, in partnership with PANAM International supermarket, Vida Senior, and UPO, put together Thanksgiving bags for the community. Team MOLA is very happy to personally thank residents for being part of our special Washingtonian community!
.
@MayorBowser
issued the following statement after the Trump Administration announced the extension of work permits for Salvadorans with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) through January 4, 2021.
Let's come together to honor and rejoice in our rich Latino heritage! 🎉🌟 Join us for the exciting launch of
#HispanicHeritageMonth
📅 Friday, Septiembre 15th
⏰ 4 pm
📍 Lamont Plaza, 3258 MT PLEASANT ST NW
We can't wait to see you there! 🎉
Immigrants who are tested, screened, or treated for coronavirus will NOT be penalized under the public charge rule.
COVID-19 symptoms can include Cough, Fever, & Shortness of breath! Know your symptoms & call your doctor before going to a healthcare facility.
#StayHomeDC
We’re thrilled to welcome on board our Spring interns: Veronica Salazar, Outreach, Veronica Castro, Comms, & Romina Martin, Language Acces.
They will help us to promote
@MayorBowser
’s
#DCValues
and a
#FairShot
for all Latino residents in
#DC
.
#SomosDC
#ImOnBoard
As the Language Access Monitor of
@OLADCGov
, Angela Gonzalez works to ensure that Latinos in DC have access to government services that are linguistically appropriate and culturally competent. Today we salute this proud Salvadoran public servant.
#WeAreDC
#WomensEqualityDay
.
Today, Interim Director Eduardo Perdomo and
@MayorBowser
's Office on Latino Affairs highlight the story of Marjhorys Ibargüen, Business Certification Specialist at
@SmallBizDC
! Meet Marjhorys TODAY at 6PM➡️
Today, Director Perdomo and
@MayorBowser
's Office on Latino Affairs highlight the story of Omar Guerrero, Afro-Dominican and MOLA's Grants Monitor.Omar works every day with community organizations to ensure that all DC residents have a
#fairshot
.
#CarasLindasDC
#BlackHistoryMonth
On behalf of
@MayorBowser
, Director
@EduPerdomoDC
visited Sagrado Corazón Chruch for the unveiling of “la alfombra.” This magnificent art piece represents the cultural diversity of Latinos and how DC continues to be a sanctuary city where all Latinos can express their identity.
Are you looking for an opportunity to network with DC government agencies and community-based organizations in the District? Are you looking to apply your bilingual skills while making a difference to the Latino population? Join us this coming THURSDAY, April 7th at 6pm!
"DC is strong not simply because we are diverse, but because we celebrate our diversity and inclusion."
@MayorBowser
. Thank you to all the attendees for being part of the Immigration Resources Fair.
Great turn out at the first Budget Engagement Forum. All your suggestions are being heard by
@MayorBowser
, and they will be included in the budget for
#FY2021
!
Our voice counts
#DC
, share your priorities!
#FairShot
A real “macho” takes care of his physical and mental health so that his children can learn by example to do that for themselves.
@MayorBowser
&
@DC_MOFMB
#FlipTheScript
campaign. Thank you to the Quintanilla family, for sending us their
#DaddyandMe
pics, another real
#Dad
! 👨👧💕
Today at 7:00pm MOLA’s team completed its third day of Stay DC application Marathon with 45 new applications submitted on behalf of DC residents.
#SomosDC
#DCisOpen
@MayorBowser
Kudos to our grantee
@DCSCORES
for being recognized at the 34th
@MayorBowser
and
@entertain_dc
Arts Awards! Their contribution to arts and culture is helping our Latino students succeed.
🙌 Latino legacy in Washington DC! Today,
@MayorBowser
, through her Office on Latino Affairs, honors Nayireth Castro, Colombian🇨🇴, a dedicated wife, mother, and Afro-Latino activist. (1/3)
On behalf of
@MayorBowser
, Director Eduardo Perdomo invites you to DC AfroLatino Fest at the Malcolm X Park on Saturday, June 3th at 12 noon! Enjoy the live musi & lots of fun! We can’t wait to see you!!!
RSVP
#DCsComeBack
#DCValues
#SOMOSDC
#DCAfroFest
It was a fun-filled, interactive morning with SYEP students learning about mental wellness, gardening, and fitness. Thanks to
@MarthasTableorg
for providing the youth with essential skills workshops. 👏🏼👏🏼
@MayorBowser
@EduPerdomoDC
@DOES_DC
.
@MayorBowser
through
@OLADCGov
is soliciting grant applications from qualified Community-Based Organizations serving Latino constituents in DC for its FY20 Latino Community Grant program.
For more information click here:
#SomosDC
#FairShot
#Ward7
visit us at the FREE mobile market tomorrow (7/14) to get fresh fruits and veggies brought to you by
@MayorBowser
and
@foodbankmetrodc
.
Don't forget your bags and mask 😷!
⏰11:00 AM
📍441 Chaplin St, SE