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As part of our mission to elevate Latino voices at GW and beyond, the Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute invites scholars, fellows, and faculty to contribute to opinion pieces, blogs and articles about contemporary issues affecting Latinos.
Cisneros Scholar Presents Research on LGBTQ+ Migrants
September 30, 2024
Cisneros Scholar Claire Avalos presented at the University Writing & Research Conference, addressing the issues LGBTQ+ migrants face in U.S. detention centers.
GW Folklórico Takes the Stage at the White House
September 27, 2024
GW Folklórico performed at a White House reception for Hispanic Heritage Month, showcasing Latin American dances and celebrating cultural contributions.
GW Experts Discuss History, Policy, and the 2024 Election
September 25, 2024
GW professors discussed immigration history, policy, and migrant well-being in the first session of CCAS’s "Dean's Election Conversation Series."
Leading Immigration Scholars Discuss U.S. Immigration Policies and the 2024 Election
September 24, 2024
Cisneros Institute Director Elizabeth Vaquera joined a panel to discuss U.S. immigration policies' impact on families and the 2024 election.
Courting Latino Voters: Which Candidate Has the Edge?
September 20, 2024
Latino voters will play a crucial role in the presidential election. But Cisneros Institute Director Elizabeth Vaquera said neither party is speaking their language.
Ballet Slippers y Tacones
September 18, 2024
Mia Portillo, a dancer for 13 years, rediscovered her passion for dance through GW Folklórico, embracing her heritage and identity along the way.
Cisneros Institute Welcomes the Class of 2028
August 23, 2024
The GW Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute is proud to welcome the Cisneros Class of 2028.
My Experience as a Law and Policy Intern
August 16, 2024
During her internship at the Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute and Im/migrant Well-Being Collaborative, Karla developed her skills through research, writing, and impactful projects.
En La Lucha: Protecting Rights at Reproductive Freedom for All
August 2, 2024
Written by: Delilah Cruz, Cisneros Scholar ‘25
Upholding American Promises at the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative
July 26, 2024
Written by: Marko Sanchez, Cisneros Scholar ‘27
Defending Democracy at the League of Women Voters
July 19, 2024
Written by: Claire Avalos, Cisneros Scholar ‘27