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Empowering Latina/os in California through education, leadership development, and civic engagement, ensuring that they have the tools and resources to lead successful lives and make a positive impact in their communities.

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Welcome to the 76th Annual Convention!
Amplifying Voices, Igniting Action: Empowering the Next Generation of Latina/o Leaders

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Friday, March 7th!

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Register early to choose your seat for the Gala Awards Dinner and other meal events!

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2026
APRIL 10 & 11, 2026
HYATT REGENCY • MONTEREY, CA
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The California LULAC Annual Convention is a premier gathering dedicated to advancing equity, leadership, and opportunity within the Latina/o community. More than just an event, it’s a movement—empowering individuals through advocacy, education, and collaboration.
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Through dynamic workshops, leadership training, and powerful discussions, the convention strengthens Latina/o voices, cultivates the next generation of leaders, and drives meaningful progress toward a more just and inclusive society.

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Convention Scholarship

We are excited to offer scholarships to support attendance at the CLF 2026 Annual Convention!

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About Us

Our Mission

To empower Latina/os in California through education, leadership, economic development, and civic engagement, ensuring that they have the tools and resources to lead successful lives and make a positive impact in their communities.

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Our Vision

A thriving Latina/o Community in California that has access to equal education and economic opportunities, strong leadership representations, and is engaged in shaping the future of the state.

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Our Core Values

Integrity, Accountability, Commitment, & Advocacy.

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Why Choose Us

Since our founding, the California LULAC Foundation has been at the forefront of advocacy for Latina/o rights, providing scholarships, leadership training, and resources to underserved Latina/o communities across the state.

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Accountability
Commitment
Advocacy
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Our Programs

What We Do

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Community

Empowering adults, women, veterans, and members of state LULAC councils across California to become impactful leaders and advocates in their communities.

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Education

Providing educational opportunities to empower college students and amplify their collective voices through research and advocacy.

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Leadership

Empowering the next generation of leaders by providing youth and young adults with the skills, knowledge, and resources to become effective advocates and leaders in their communities.

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Voices Matter

What our Community is Saying

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Thank you so much for leading this program. It was such a great introduction to Civic Engagement and I’m excited to continue learning more in this field.

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Joel Morales
College Fellowship Recipient
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BAIHP was honored to sponsor the CLF Convention last year, recognizing the tremendous value it provides in empowering youth through education and leadership opportunities. Our support aimed to help students expand their horizons, connect with influential leaders, and gain invaluable insights to shape their career and educational goals. By investing in this initiative, we are proud to contribute to the growth of future leaders, fostering stronger, healthier communities for generations to come.

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Angel Galvez
CEO Bakersfield American Indian Health Project
2024 Convention Sponsor
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Supporting California LULAC’s College Fellowship is a direct investment in the next generation of Latina(o) leaders. The Fellowship equips high-potential students with hands-on experience analyzing policies, making informed recommendations and shaping the future of our state for Latina(o) communities and all Californians.

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Emma Manoukian Chung
CLF Board Member

Build your brand as a champion for the Latina(o) community in California.

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