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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

Two women and teenager girl hold a big American flag at a protest in Los Angeles, California
May
14
2025

The Latino Catholic Voice in a Divided Nation

Latinos are a major force in the U.S. Catholic Church that will define the direction of U.S. Catholicism for generations. At the same time, in the midst of deepening polarization, the role of Latinos in shaping U.S. culture and politics is complex and evolving. 

Videos

Is Partisanship a Threat to Faithful Citizenship or a Way to Live it Out? (Video)

February 27, 2025

Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes

Seeking the Common Good in an Election Year (Video)

October 7, 2024

Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes

Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and Latino Priorities: Hearing the Cry of Earth and the Poor (Video)

May 22, 2024

Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes