Our mission is to develop, place, and connect essential Latino leadership in the education sector, w
Latinos for Education is the first Latino founded and led national organization solely dedicated to building a strong human capital pipeline of Latino leaders and advocates in the education sector. Our work will be centered on building an ecosystem of Latino leaders within and outside of education who will have a voice, leadership roles and a community of peers who are invested in ensuring educati
06/17/2026
Strong democracies are built long before Election Day.
In her latest blog, our CEO and Founder Amanda Fernandez reflects on the role schools play in helping families build leadership, trust, and civic participation, and why empowering families to shape education is essential to the future of our communities.
Read The Future of Democracy Starts in Our Schools at https://hubs.la/Q04lM5wS0
The future belongs to leaders who are willing to build it!
Congratulations to the 2025 Massachusetts Aspiring Latino Leaders Fellowship cohort. Today we celebrate a remarkable group of leaders whose passion, dedication, and vision will continue to make an impact in their communities.
06/13/2026
Massachusetts is experiencing a historic moment in education leadership.
For the first time, Latinos are serving simultaneously in the Commonwealth's top education leadership roles. Our Director of Policy and Advocacy, Massachusetts, Jacqueline Monterroso, explores what this moment could mean for students, families, and communities across the Commonwealth, and how Massachusetts can become a national example of what is possible when representative leadership is paired with vision, accountability, and community partnership.
Read her full piece:
More Than Representation: What Massachusetts Could Show the Nation About Latino Leadership - Latinos for Education Latino leaders now hold Massachusetts' top education posts. Learn why this moment matters and what it could mean for students and families statewide.
The Educator Diversity Act Guide was created to help districts in Massachusetts move from policy to practice and remain in compliance with state law.
Journey into Education and Teaching (JET) is one example of how organizations are helping aspiring educators overcome barriers, complete certification requirements, and bring their experience back into the classroom.
Download the Educator Diversity Act Guide to explore promising practices and implementation examples from across Massachusetts: https://hubs.la/Q04l0xS50
Our communities need leaders who understand where we've been and can help shape where we're going.
Today, we celebrate the Houston cohort of our Aspiring Latino Leaders Fellowship and the commitment, vision, and leadership they bring to education. ¡Felicidades!
The future of education won't be shaped by technology alone. It will be shaped by the people who help guide how that technology is used.
As AI continues to transform education, Latino communities must be part of the conversations influencing what comes next. Read Amanda Fernandez's reflection on what's at stake as AI reshapes education and why Latino voices must be represented in the spaces driving innovation and decision-making.
https://hubs.la/Q04kwfhb0
06/06/2026
Congratulations to our CEO and Founder, Amanda Fernandez, on being recognized as one of Latino Leaders Magazine's 100 Latinas of 2026.
This annual recognition honors Latina leaders who are redefining influence through leadership, innovation, advocacy, and entrepreneurship. Through her vision, Amanda has helped unite Latino communities to transform education policy and practice, expanding opportunities for students and helping build a future where every child can thrive.
Click the link to explore the full list: https://hubs.la/Q04kp86Y0
06/04/2026
Eighteen years ago, our CEO and Founder, Amanda Fernandez, held her daughter in her arms for the first time. This month, she watched her walk across a stage and receive her high school diploma.
That milestone led her to reflect on something unexpected: how much motherhood has taught her about leadership.
In the latest edition of Rompiendo Barreras, Amanda reflects on leadership, letting go, and why some of the most meaningful impact can never be fully captured by metrics. https://hubs.la/Q04kcdCy0
06/03/2026
Join our equipo!
Latinos for Education is seeking a Manager, Office of the CEO to support executive operations and strategic initiatives across our national organization.
If you're a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives at the intersection of project management and mission-driven work, we'd love to hear from you.
Learn more and apply today: https://hubs.la/Q04jZxwD0
Our communities need leaders who understand where we've been and can help shape where we're going.
Today, we celebrate the Bay Area cohort of our Aspiring Latino Leaders Fellowship and the commitment, vision, and leadership they bring to education. ¡Felicidades!