The Ongoing Fight for Bread and Roses

Union membership in the United States continues to fall, raising concerns about worker power, wage stability, and the health of democratic institutions.

Washington’s Domestic Workers Win Protections After Years of Organizing

The victory reflects a growing statewide movement to recognize domestic labor as essential work and to ensure immigrant and women workers receive the protections long denied to them.

Honoring Latino Contributions and Demanding Justice This Labor Day

The nation is confronting the full scale of Latino workers’ economic power — and the inequities they continue to face.

Why are young people of color locked out of wealth building?

From wage gaps and student debt to housing discrimination — Many Latinos are locked out of opportunities that fuel long‑term financial stability.

From Corporate to Creative: How Latina Entrepreneur Built ‘The Babygirl Vintage’

Aisha Ortiz turned her lifelong love of history and fashion into a thriving business.

Sazón De Michigan: Raíces Mexican Cantina

Restaurateur celebrates her Mexican roots through food, culture, and a growing local following.

From Waste to Work: ReFabrica Opens Green Job Pathways for Seattle Latinas

The program shows how climate solutions and workforce equity can grow together.

California Households Turn to Bilingual Programs for Financial Stability

Financial‑literacy classes are helping Spanish‑speaking families access tools to build financial stability and navigate an increasingly complex economy.

A Transcontinental Railroad Means a Stronger U.S. Economy

Supporters say could the shift could strengthen supply chains, boost U.S.–Mexico trade, and reduce shipping delays.

More Than A Studio: How Diosa Collective Built Something from Nothing

A Latina‑led creative studio, has grown from a small idea into a thriving community hub for artists and entrepreneurs.

Building Affordability and Economic Opportunity in Delaware’s Changing Communities

Local organizations are leading community‑driven solutions expanding economic opportunity through bilingual services, affordable housing initiatives, financial education, and neighborhood revitalization.

The American Dream now comes with a higher price tag

Rising housing costs force many young people in the United States to reconsider whether homeownership is still within reach.

Michigan Auto Industry Faces Intensifying Global Competition and Evolving Workforce Demands

Michigan’s auto industry faces rising global competition as a new report highlights automaker restructuring and the crucial role of Hispanic and Latino workers.

Latino-Owned Firm Thrives on Grit, Family Values, and Entrepreneurial Drive

Helping Seattle’s immigrant entrepreneurs start and strengthen small businesses through direct outreach, training, and a Spanish‑language incubator.

Betting on Tourism: Life and Rebuilding in Israel

The gap between headlines and the daily reality on the ground, featuring the resilience and optimism of the people whose livelihoods depend on a peaceful, vibrant Israel.