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Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez Maradiaga speaks at Latino Leader Gathering

Latino Leader Gatherings

The Initiative regularly brings together young Latino Catholics and others to explore key issues and personal stories involving faith and public life with distinguished Latinos and other leaders. These events also offer valuable opportunities for discussion, reflection, networking at happy hours and receptions, and community-building. These gatherings are supported by the Initiative’s Latino Leadership Group which is made up of leaders in Latino communities.  Past topics include the impact of a pope from Latin America, immigration issues, and lay leadership among Latinos.

Events

Brooklyn mural of salsa music legends
Feb
2
2026

More than Just the Half-Time Show

What does the future hold for Latinos in a country increasingly hostile towards them? Drawing lessons from Latino art and politics, and inspired by the principles of Catholic social teaching, this dialogue explored how the Latino community can respond to the growing racism that tries to diminish

Videos

More than Just the Half-Time Show (Video)

February 2, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes

“Making Life Unbearable” (Video)

December 4, 2025

Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes

Renewing Politics from the Ground Up (Video)

September 29, 2025

Duration: 1 hour 7 minutes