by Elizabeth Angeles | Apr 26, 2020 | Service
April is National Volunteer Month, and this week marks the end of National Volunteer Week. With most of the world experiencing the impacts of the COVID-19 global pandemic, many people have stepped up to support those in need by volunteering. Efforts include virtual...
by Elizabeth Angeles | Feb 13, 2019 | Service
Love Letter To Puerto Rico Lo que sé es que el que pisa esta tierra se enamora, y el que no llega a conocer los Borinqueños se lo pierde. Aterriza el avión, mi corazón se emociona por saber que me toca un cafecito con leche con un pan criollo tibio, un sol que me...
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 | Jun 15, 2018 | Disaster Response, Service
The Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1st and ends on November 30th. As last year showed us, this is not to be taken lightly. Here are three things to remember next time you want to help after a natural disaster. 1. Monetary donations > In-kind Donations...
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 | Jan 25, 2018 | Service
On New Year’s Eve, I received a special anonymous wish for the new year. I found this message on my work mobile phone and am not sure who sent it. All I know is that it must have been one of the few people at the NYC Hurricane Service Center that I gave my...
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...
