Latino Empowerment Outreach Network (LEON)

08/03/2016

Start the School Year Off Right by Getting Vaccinated

ODH has started a new back to school public awareness campaign. The campaign features radio and television ads that you can hear across the state. Parents should check with their child’s doctor, school or the local health department to learn more about specific requirements.

For more information on vaccines, visit www.odh.ohio.gov, keyword Immunization.


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02/16/2016

I hope you can join us!

Love is in the air, and its not just for lovers! Join us for drinks, food, and fun as we celebrate you, all of our hermanas, and a new year for the Latina Mentoring Academy. We will share our plans for this year's program, unveil our new mentee application, and more. We will also have awesome door-p…

02/05/2016

ED Seeks Summer Interns Have you ever wondered about pursuing a federal career? Are you interested in public service? Would you like to gain valuable work experience and help move the needle on education issues in this country? The Department of Education may have opportunities that match your inter…

01/14/2016

Attorney General DeWine Introduces Online Student Loan Resource Center

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced today the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has developed a comprehensive online Student Loan Center to help prospective, current, and former college students understand and manage student loans.

The Attorney General’s Student Loan Center, available at www.OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov/StudentLoans, contains information and resources to explore careers, choose a school, apply for student loans, and repay loans.

“For many Ohioans, getting an education requires taking out loans,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Student loans can help Ohioans get the education they need to reach their full potential, but far too often students leave school with substantial amounts of debt. The Attorney General’s Student Loan Center provides resources and tools to help consumers make smart borrowing decisions.”

According to the Federal Reserve, Americans owe more than $1.3 trillion in outstanding student loan debt, growing at a rate of more than $2,700 a second. Ohioans are not immune from this national trend, graduating with an average of $29,090 in student loan debt.

For most students, taking out student loans or applying for scholarships begins with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), available in January each year.

The Attorney General’s Student Loan Center provides tips on how to reduce the cost of attending college. The site also offers two calculators to help students budget their expenses and plan their loan repayment.

For more information, students should visit the Attorney General’s Student Loan Center at www.OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov/StudentLoans

11/05/2015

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The enrollment window for health insurance is active November 1 through January 31 for coverage through state and federal marketplaces.

Open enrollment information is available in English and Spanish.

The yearly period when people can enroll in a health insurance plan. For 2016 coverage, the Open Enrollment Period is November 1, 2015 – January 31, 2016. People may qualify for Special Enrollment Periods allowing them to enroll outside of Open Enrollment if they have certain life events, like getti…

10/17/2015

Congratulations to Anamaria Perales-Lang, Columbus, 2015 recipient of LEON's Alma de la Comunidad Award!

Congratulations to the 2015 Distinguished Hispanic Ohioans!
Manuel Santana Sr, Lorain
Tillie Hidalgo Lima, Cincinnati
Joselito Gracia, Beavercreek
Ruben Contreras, Cincinnati
Luis Cartagena, Northh Ridgeville

Nuestra Familia
Leonard Hubert, Columbus
Alyssa Wagner, Dayton
Kel Fligner, Lorain
Ed Cohn, Columbus

Latino Military Service of Distinction
Major Pedro Munoz, Bellbrook
SMSgt. Anita Menchaca-Bratton, Bowling Green

10/16/2015

The 2015 Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan Awards Gala begins with the National Athem and Pledge of Allegiance.

Thank you to all of our sponsors!
Ohio Commission of Hispanic/Latino Affairs
Honda
The Ohio State University
Wright State University
Capital Staffing Solutions
Bowling Green State University
Belle Harbour Communities
PNC Bank
Alexandra Ramos Agency
Miami University
Jfigueroa
Miss Latina Ohio

10/16/2015

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10/16/2015

Tonight we celebrate the 35th Annual Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan Awards! Follow us as we post updates from the Gala tonight!

10/12/2015

Last Chance to Get Tickets for the 35th Annual Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan Gala!

We hope you will join us for the 35th Annual Distinguished Hispanic Ohioan Gala on Friday, October 16 in Columbus, Ohio. Ticket sales end tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13 at 12:00 noon. You can purchase tickets at www.leongroup.org. We hope to see you there!

10/03/2015

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10/02/2015

Do you know of a student who is interested in a career in law?

LLI is a state-wide initiative in collaboration with Ohio’s nine law schools that inspires and prepares high school students for post-secondary and professional success through legally-based curricula and leadership training. In the first summer, students learn about criminal law, take field trips, meet attorneys and judges, and compete in a mock trial. Throughout the remaining four years, in addition to academic skill building, students intern with local law offices, receive free ACT preparation and garner ongoing support during the college application process.

Who is Eligible for LLI? Current 8th Grade Students

When Does it Start? The Summer Institute runs from June 27-July 29 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Academic Year program begins September 2016.

Where is it Held? In Ohio's six largest cities:
University of Akron School of Law: 150 University Ave., Akron, OH 44325
Capital University Law School: 303 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215
University of Cincinnati College of Law: 2540 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45221
Cleveland State University's Cleveland-Marshall College of Law: 1801 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
University of Dayton School of Law: 300 College Park Ave., Dayton, OH 45469
University of Toledo College of Law: 2801 W. Bancroft, Toledo, OH 43606

What does it cost? The program, lunch and transportation are FREE! Additionally, students can earn a stipend upon successful completion of the program.

Click here to view the 2016 application! All materials must be postmarked no later than March 1, 2016.

Materials can be sent via:

Mail: Attention: 2016 SI Review Committee
Law and Leadership Institute, LLC
1700 Lake Shore Drive
Columbus, Ohio 43204

E-mail: [email protected]

Fax: 614.485.3075

LLI is now traveling the state to provide in-person presentations for students and staff. To request a presentation by an LLI representative, call 614-485-3503 or email [email protected].

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