What we do

Since 2005, we have worked to ensure the political representation and participation of the Latino community in the government and civic affairs of the DC metropolitan area.

 

Our Mission

The DC Latino Caucus serves as a channel for the participation and involvement of Latinos in civic engagement and political activities within the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. This includes, but is not limited to, serving as an independent citizens’ lobbying group before metropolitan area officials, city administrators, neighborhood associations, and other organized groups. Through its Political Action Committee, the DC Latino Caucus promotes Latino involvement in the political process through voter registration and education projects; endorsing specific Democratic Party candidates and candidates who are seeking an elective or appointed office affecting the Washington metropolitan area; and providing personnel and financial assistance to endorsed candidates in accordance with applicable Federal, state and local laws.

 

What We’ve Achieved

  • We have endorsed and campaigned for dozens of DC Council and Mayoral candidates that supported Latino interests.

  • We are an affiliate organization of the DC Democratic State Committee, providing two of our members with the opportunity to represent Latinos and the Caucus before the DC Democratic Party.

  • We conduct voter registration drives to increase Latino participation in local, state, and national elections.

  • We advocate and provide Latinos with a voice before the DC Council and agencies on policies impacting our community including affordable housing, education, healthcare, racial equity, and more.

  • We sponsor educational forums, debates, and distinguished speakers on Latino political and cultural issues of interest to our community.

  • We provide social, mentoring, networking, and leadership opportunities.