Facilitating partnerships with Hispanic/Latino communities in Missouri

SOUTH CENTRAL REGION

Fiscal Year 09
An initial planning meeting explored ways to reach out to Hispanic newcomers and to bring cultural awareness training not only to UME staff, but also to the business community in the region.  The method of delivery would be to identify how the HISpanic migration influences the bottom-line in their respective communities.

Two Regional Specialists supported the Alianzas Cultural Academy.  Furthermore, one participant requested a mini Academy for this region, which is being explored with the Regional Director and the regions training needs.

Fiscal Year 06-07
In March 2007, Alianzas awarded $1,500 to support the provision of educational materials for county offices, booth space at festivals and other events, and travel for meetings to support the goals of the Alianzas program.  Also, $1,500 was awarded to support the participation of two regional agricultural business specialists in the conference "Sowing the Seeds of Success: Harvesting the American Dream."

Fiscal Year 05-06
Funding was not awarded during this fiscal year.