NEW LATINO CIVIC & CULTURAL CENTER OPENS DOWNTOWN BURIEN WA

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  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Mission
    • Our History
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  • Legislative Events
    • 2023 Legislative Day
    • Legislative Youth Day
    • 2023 Business Summit
  • Civic & Cultural Center
  • Youth Leadership Programs
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History of lca

2005

Hispanic Legislative Day is formed  by a group of leaders to create a advocacy platform in Olympia that  would represent Latinos in our Washington State.  

2007

In 2007 the board of directors  voted to  change the name to "The Washington State Hispanic/Latino  Legislative Organization". Later the Board of Directors voted to change  the name to the "Latino Civic Alliance" (LCA), to more accurately  reflect the efforts to get the Latino community civically engaged and to  provide civic education. 

2010

LCA expands its Board of Directors due to US Census and growth of Latinos in WA State 

2014

LCA is appointed by Governor Inslee to Farm Work Group task force to address Agriculture/labor issues in WA State 

2015

Latino Civic Alliance & Legislative Day celebrates its 10 year anniversary.  

2016

LCA creates new marketing campaign  due to organization high growth and create strategic plan. LCA  leadership think tank is formed.  

2017

LCA appointed to serve on legislative joint task force community policing in WA. 

2018

LCA is part of Initiative 940  Leadership Team that successfully changes Washington State Law  Enforcement Use of deadly Force - Historic accomplishment in our state.  National recognition for this effort. ​ 

2019

LCA receives a grant to create a youth leadership program, "Building Future Industry Leaders (BFIL)" . Provides mentorship and a holistic approach to supporting students. 


DISCOVERY PROGRAM  is formed youth and family leadership program:  Conflict resolution training addresses the dynamics that lead to miscommunication and aggression. By teaching community members nonviolent communication techniques how to de-escalate intense situations, we will help encourage healthier relationships and outcomes at home and school. 


LCA continues to address youth on youth violence and advocate for access to mental health services.


LCA leads legislation efforts to change Hate Crimes in Washington State. LCA appointed to Governors Hate Crimes Work Group to identify solutions. 

LCA  leads state efforts working with Elected Officials, Educators, Law  Enforcement Prevention & Intervention Programs to address youth on youth violence, and helping families navigate court systems that have lost loved ones to violence.

2020

LCA joins other Latino  advocacy groups to respond to COVID 19 pandemic and offer emergency supplies like masks and funding. 


LCA joins farmworker strikes in Eastern Washington and advocating for COVID employer protections. 


LCA appointed to Governor Inslee's work Group "Keep Washington Working Act" that addresses the  immigrant work force in Washington State. Legislation has received  national attention. 

LCA  appointed to Governor Inslee task force to address Police use of deadly  force and independent Investigations in Washington State.


LCA is awarded $225,000 Group Health Foundation Grant to launch a new family services program statewide 

2021

LCA is awarded Washington State OSPI grant $300,000  for LCA new social emotional programs  “ACHIEVE” in 3 school districts Grant, Skagit and South King County


LCA to  open a Latino Civic Center located in downtown Burien,  The center will provide a historical gallery of Latino and Latina leaders in Washington State.  Also provide civic education classes and a radio station providing advocacy programming. Also a new recording studio for the community

New Latino Civic Center

The Latino Civic & Cultural Center is now open!


Visit 445 152nd SW, Burien WA, or call for visiting hours and private tours at 206.402.3677.




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