FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its third annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, March 31, at American Legion Post 3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff.
The event will honor a Hispanic Community and Student Leaders and local “Rosie the Riveters,” women to who took positions in local industry to support the U.S. war effort during World War II.
Sara Aleman, PhD., professor emeritus for sociology and social work at Northern Arizona University, will be the guest speaker. Aleman will speak about César E. Chávez and the ongoing relevance of his efforts in job security and civil rights in today’s society.
Tickets are $12 and RSVP is required. Contact Theresa Thomas at tthomas@coconino.az.gov or call (928) 679-7162 to make reservations or for more information.
Sincerely,
Frank Moraga, Chair
Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council
About CHAC: The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council was established in 2001 with the purpose of advising the County Board of Supervisors on issues and concerns that affect the Hispanic community in Coconino County. In addition to serving as an advisory group to the county supervisors, the council has identified the following five major areas of focus:
- To conduct forums on issues and concerns of the Hispanic community
- To promote awareness of the need for diversity in employment, training and economic development
- To assist Coconino County in recruiting and retaining Hispanic employees
- To promote Hispanic culture, arts, historic activities and events
- To examine and make policy recommendations in the areas of education, housing, land use, health, social services, recreation and criminal justice