Colorado Latino Leadership, Advocacy & Research Organization (CLLARO)

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Colorado Latino Leadership, Advocacy & Research Organization (CLLARO) CLLARO is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, improving the lives of Latino Coloradans since 1964.

Here are some more beautiful moments and faces from CLARO's 2026 Bernie Valdez Awards🤩Huge thank you to for capturing t...
09/18/2026

Here are some more beautiful moments and faces from CLARO's 2026 Bernie Valdez Awards🤩

Huge thank you to for capturing these amazing snippets of our event💙
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Aquí les compartimos más momentos y rostros hermosos de los Premios Bernie Valdez 2026 de CLLARO🤩

¡Muchísimas gracias a por capturar estos increíbles momentos de nuestro evento!💙

On September 15th we honored 5 Latino community leaders at the 31st annual Bernie Valdez Awards!🥳 Here are some of the b...
09/17/2026

On September 15th we honored 5 Latino community leaders at the 31st annual Bernie Valdez Awards!🥳 Here are some of the beautiful faces that were present with us🫶🏼

During Hispanic Heritage month, we reflect on all the amazing leaders present, and not, and how it takes our collective unity to create the change we want to see in our society.

A special thank-you to the sponsoring organizations and individuals that not only made this event possible, but also continue to further our dreams for Colorado.

Our mission of empowering Latino communities continues along side you all; Si Se Puede! 💙
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¡El 15 de Septiembre honramos a 5 líderes de nuestra comunidad latina en los Premios Bernie Valdez! 🥳 Aquí algunas de las bellas caras que estuvieron con nosotros🫶🏼

Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, reflexionamos sobre todos los increíbles líderes que están presentes y quienes no, y sobre cómo nuestra unidad colectiva es fundamental para crear el cambio que queremos ver en nuestra sociedad.

Un agradecimiento especial a las organizaciones y personas patrocinadoras que no solo hicieron posible este evento, sino que también continúan impulsando nuestros sueños para Colorado.

Nuestra misión de empoderar a las comunidades latinas continúa junto a ustedes. ¡Sí se puede! 💙

09/08/2026

Some reflections from our comunidad regarding our LPS 2026 breakout panels!🤩
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Algunas reflexiones de nuestra comunidad sobre los paneles de trabajo durante nuestro LPS 2026!🤩

Thank you for having us!🙏🏼
09/05/2026

Thank you for having us!🙏🏼

Some snippets from the 2026 Latino Policy Summit hosted by CLLARO and MSU Denver🥳As this 3-day weekend begins, we're ref...
09/05/2026

Some snippets from the 2026 Latino Policy Summit hosted by CLLARO and MSU Denver🥳

As this 3-day weekend begins, we're reflecting on the powerful conversations and the multitude of leaders who joined us for critical dialogue on disrupting mass deportations, expanding access to affordable healthcare, strengthening Latino voter engagement, and so much more.

One thing is clear: ¡La lucha sigue!
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Algunos momentos del Latino Policy Summit 2026 de CLLARO y MSU Denver🥳

Al comenzar este fin de semana de tres días, reflexionamos sobre las conversaciones poderosas y la gran cantidad de líderes que se unieron a nosotros para dialogar sobre temas críticos como la lucha contra las deportaciones masivas, el acceso a servicios de salud asequibles, la participación electoral de la comunidad latina y mucho más.

Una cosa está clara: ¡La lucha sigue!

09/04/2026

Hearing from some of our guests at the 2026 Latino Policy Summit!🤗

*Sigue en españolToday, CLLARO had the honor of welcoming the 2026 SUSI ITD () cohort comprised of 20 students from vari...
07/31/2026

*Sigue en español

Today, CLLARO had the honor of welcoming the 2026 SUSI ITD () cohort comprised of 20 students from various countries in Central America.

Together, we explored what civic engagement looks like in Colorado and how organizations like CLLARO advocate alongside legislators to advance policies that strengthen Latino communities. Participants also heard directly from the Capitol Fellowship Program (CFP) alumni about their experiences engaging in the legislative process and the impact of advocacy at the Capitol.

A special thank you to Legislative Aide to Rep. Lorena Garcia, Joanna Cotto, a CFP alumna, for sharing her journey and offering an inside look at civic engagement in action.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a meaningful day of learning, leadership, and civic engagement💙
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Hoy, CLLARO tuvo el honor de recibir al grupo 2026 del programa SUSI ITD (Study of the U.S. Institutes), conformada por 20 estudiantes provenientes de varios países de Centroamérica.

Juntos exploramos cómo es la participación cívica en Colorado y cómo organizaciones como CLLARO colaboran con las y los legisladores para avanzar proyectos de ley que fortalezcan a las comunidades Latinas. Los participantes también escucharon de primera mano a egresados del Capitol Fellowship Program (CFP), quienes compartieron sus experiencias participando en el proceso legislativo y el impacto de la abogacía en el Capitolio.

Un agradecimiento especial a Joanna Cotto, asistente legislativa de Rep. Lorena García y exalumna del CFP, por compartir su trayectoria y brindar una perspectiva cercana sobre la participación cívica en acción.

¡Gracias a todas las personas que nos acompañaron en este significativo día de aprendizaje, liderazgo y participación cívica!💙

Join us in celebrating the remarkable leaders being recognized at CLLARO's 31st Annual Bernie Valdez Awards!This year's ...
07/24/2026

Join us in celebrating the remarkable leaders being recognized at CLLARO's 31st Annual Bernie Valdez Awards!

This year's honorees exemplify the leadership, service, and commitment that strengthen Colorado's Latino communities and inspire future generations.

2026 Award Recipients:
• Jesse K. Ogas - Polly Baca Social Justice Award
• Dr. Landon Mascareñaz - Roger Cisneros Public Policy Award
• AJ Vasquez - Sheldon and Jan Steinhauser Community Service Award
• Marcia Romero - CLLARO Alianza (Partnership) Award
• Elizabeth Garcia Hernandez - Distinguished Capitol Fellow Award

We look forward to honoring these exceptional leaders on September 15 at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance during CLLARO's 31st Annual Bernie Valdez Awards.

For event information, please contact [email protected]

CLLARO is proud to announce that Dr. Landon Mascareñaz, Founding Chief Executive Officer of Courageous Colorado and Cour...
07/15/2026

CLLARO is proud to announce that Dr. Landon Mascareñaz, Founding Chief Executive Officer of Courageous Colorado and Courageous Colorado Action, has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Roger Cisneros Public Policy Award.

Dr. Mascareñaz will be honored at CLLARO's 31st Annual Bernie Valdez Awards on September 15 at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance, where we will celebrate his visionary leadership at the intersection of public policy, education, and systems change. Through his work, he has advanced cross-partisan collaboration, strengthened democratic participation, and expanded opportunities fo communities across Colorado.

For more information about the event, please contact [email protected]

CLLARO is proud to announce that AJ Vasquez, Founder and Executive Director of The Mexica Center, has been selected as t...
07/14/2026

CLLARO is proud to announce that AJ Vasquez, Founder and Executive Director of The Mexica Center, has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Sheldon and Jan Steinhauser Award.

Mr. Vasquez will be honored at CLLARO's 31st Annual Bernie Valdez Awards on September 15 at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance, where we will celebrate his unwavering commitment to uplifting students and young adults through community, education, athletics, and empowerment. Through his visionary leadership at The Mexica Center, he has created opportunities for young people to build confidence, achieve their goals, and transform their lives.

For more information about the event, please contact [email protected].

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924 West Colfax Avenue , Suite 102
Denver, CO
80204

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