Tag Archive for Puerto Rican

Latina leaders speak up for Puerto Rican youth

Puerto Rican Civil Rights Groups, Community Leaders and mothers call on NYS and NYC Government candidates and leaders to address Puerto Rican disparities. New York, NY (October 31, 2010) - On the eve of Tuesday’s election, Puerto Rican civil rights groups, elected officials, community leaders and mothers gathered on the City Hall steps today to…

Don Otilio Diaz, Beloved Executive Director of La Casa de la Herencia Cultural Puertorriqueña, Dies Peacefully on August 21

Don Otilio Díaz, executive director of La Casa de la Herencia Cultural Puertorriqueña, died peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2006. He was 75. Mr. Díaz had no children, but is survived here in New York City by a sister, a nephew, and many nieces and cousins. A public memorial was held Wednesday, August 30 and…