by Elizabeth Angeles | Sep 17, 2018 | Disaster Response, Local Leader, Service
Your Readiness Could Save Lives Through my time in the emergency management field, I have learned that emergencies often uncover pre-existing, systematic issues and most drastically affect underserved communities. Studies show that those with more financial and social...
by Elizabeth Angeles | Apr 10, 2018 | Equity, Local Leader, Service
On average, Latinas are paid 46% less than White men. Today, Tuesday, April 10, 2018 is Equal Pay Day. In the United States, on average, women are paid 20% less than men. For Black women, that disparity rises to 38%, and for Latinas, the largest disparity exists. Lean...
by Elizabeth Angeles | Mar 6, 2018 | Local Leader, Service
Personal recommendations to get you started. It can take time to find the right volunteer opportunity. Here is short list of a variety of meaningful opportunities to help you dive in. You are needed! Give your time and expertise and you may gain something along the...
by Elizabeth Angeles | Feb 18, 2018 | Homeownership, Local Leader
Homeownership Goals At a time when affordable housing opportunities are limited and rents continue to rise in New York City, the security of owning a home can be incredibly valuable. I accomplished one of my biggest goals: I bought my first home in New York City. If...
by Elizabeth Angeles | Dec 31, 2017 | Local Leader, Puerto Rico Support, Service
There have been various efforts to support Puerto Rican evacuees in the States, particularly in New York. I chatted with Lilah Mejia, a fellow Boricua and Lower East Side native, who has been working at the NYC Hurricane Service Center, on behalf of New York Disaster...
by Elizabeth Angeles | Nov 12, 2017 | Local Leader, Puerto Rico Support
Act + Share Today After attending the most recent conferences at El Centro, the only university-based research institute solely devoted to the interdisciplinary study of the Puerto Rican experience in the United States, I learned about these incredible Puerto Rican...
