A Latino community in need of better educational opportunity
Latinos for Educational Advocacy in Danbury
Throughout the history of the United States, new immigrant communities have had to struggle to achieve equality and proper representation in our society. Today, as the Latino community has become the largest minority group in the country, this struggle continues.
State Sen. Dennis Bradley.
In Danbury, where a majority of the student population is increasingly of Latino descent, their struggle for equality is gaining momentum. This community continues to be underserved, and its struggle for more representation and resources has garnered increased urgency. The lack of opportunity has created a scenario where many Latino students are struggling to achieve. And Latino professionals have had a difficult time breaking down barriers to gain adequate access to employment opportunities. With a dismal percentage of Latino teachers and administrators and a high dropout rate of English La