About Amplify Latinx
Amplify Latinx is a non-partisan, collaborative movement whose mission is to build Latinx economic and political power by significantly increasing Latinx civic engagement, economic opportunity and representation in leadership positions across sectors. Amplify Latinx was launched by the Latina Circle, a Boston-based, non-profit social venture that is advancing Latina leaders across industries into positions of power and influence. We are one of the largest Latinx networks in Greater Boston, with over 3,000 active participants and 140 business and community partners. Our goal is to serve as a leading voice and advocate for our Latinx communities across Massachusetts by building a diverse, unified and powerful network of Latinx leaders and partner organizations.
Our Programs
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Building Activists
We work with our partners to raise awareness among the Latinx community of the political and economic importance of the Census, increase Census response rates, and get more Latinos to register and vote in the primaries and general elections. Through our Amplify Conference, voter engagement campaigns and partner-driven educational workshops, we are activating young, rising leaders and established professionals to be civically engaged, empowered advocates for their communities. And most important, we’re developing our policy and advocacy capabilities to develop a Latinx policy agenda, build coalitions and work for systemic change in Massachusetts.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Building Activists
We work with our partners to raise awareness among the Latinx community of the political and economic importance of the Census, increase Census response rates, and get more Latinos to register and vote in the primaries and general elections. Through our Amplify Conference, voter engagement campaigns and partner-driven educational workshops, we are activating young, rising leaders and established professionals to be civically engaged, empowered advocates for their communities. And most important, we’re developing our policy and advocacy capabilities to develop a Latinx policy agenda, build coalitions and work for systemic change in Massachusetts.
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Inclusive Entrepreneurship
Our PowerUp Business Initiative is focused on increasing growth and economic opportunity for Latinx-owned businesses in MA. The PowerUp Initiative has four goals: (1) identify growth-oriented Latinx-owned businesses; (2) facilitate connections through an online business directory; (3) foster relationship building and access to existing business resources; and (4) advance a policy agenda focused on driving economic opportunity and growth for Latinx businesses through capital access, technical assistance and contracting opportunities.
Visit our PowerUp Latino Business Directory.
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Inclusive Entrepreneurship
Our PowerUp Business Initiative is focused on increasing growth and economic opportunity for Latinx-owned businesses in MA. The PowerUp Initiative has four goals: (1) identify growth-oriented Latinx-owned businesses; (2) facilitate connections through an online business directory; (3) foster relationship building and access to existing business resources; and (4) advance a policy agenda focused on driving economic opportunity and growth for Latinx businesses through capital access, technical assistance and contracting opportunities.
Visit our PowerUp Latino Business Directory.
LEADERSHIP REPRESENTATION
Amplifying New Voices
Latinos are underrepresented in policy-making roles, boardrooms across sectors, and executive roles in high-wage, high-value industries. Amplify Latinx is advancing influential Latinx leaders by recommending and championing them for elected and appointed positions, boards and commissions, and executive roles in academia, non-profits, and the private sector. Our leadership programming, including our Cafecitos series, mentors, champions and connects rising Latinx leaders to high-profile opportunities. Through our newsletter, Afro-Latino 365 blog, Latinx leaders awards and online visibility campaigns, we’re shaping positive, asset-based narratives of Latinos in MA. Learn More
LEADERSHIP REPRESENTATION
Amplifying New Voices
Latinos are underrepresented in policy-making roles, boardrooms across sectors, and executive roles in high-wage, high-value industries. Amplify Latinx is advancing influential Latinx leaders by recommending and championing them for elected and appointed positions, boards and commissions, and executive roles in academia, non-profits, and the private sector. Our leadership programming, including our Cafecitos series, mentors, champions and connects rising Latinx leaders to high-profile opportunities. Through our newsletter, Afro-Latino 365 blog, Latinx leaders awards and online visibility campaigns, we’re shaping positive, asset-based narratives of Latinos in MA. Learn More
EXECUTIVE
Director
Rosario Ubiera-Minaya
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Betty Francisco, Board Co-Chair
Eneida Román, Board Co-Chair
Adriana Campos
Eileen Alexopoulos
Evelyn Barahona
Gonzalo Puigbo
Juana Matias
Pedro Reina Perez
OUR ADVISORY BOARD
Aixa Beauchamp
Vanessa Calderon-Rosado, PhD
Jacqueline Conrad
Dharma Cortés, PhD
Juan Carlos Morales
Radhames Nova
About Latina Circle
A Network to Connect, Mentor, and Champion Latina Leaders
The Latina Circle is an exclusive network that is advancing Latina leaders across industries into positions of power and influence.
Our mission is to connect, mentor and champion Latina leaders, share best practices, and provide them with a network of professional support.
How We Do It
Champion
Mentoring, nominating and sponsoring Latinas for executive leadership roles and for boards and commissions.
Spotlight
Increasing the visibility of Latinas as role models to inspire and encourage others.
Partner
Partnering with other organizations that support and mentor Latinas
Advancement
Creating opportunities for Latinas to enhance their networks and support systems
Through our in-person networking events, as well as via substantive programming, the Latina Circle is carrying out these recommendations by connecting, mentoring and championing multicultural women leaders who support the Latina Circle’s mission. The Latina Circle hosts quarterly networking breakfasts called “Cafecitos” where our invited professionals can connect with other senior leaders as well as inspire emerging leaders. We also provide leadership programming aimed at sharpening skills and adding a competitive edge to the current generation of leaders, as well as preparing the future generation of our leaders to advance into the next phase of their careers.