An institution dedicated to the working and multicultural families of this country Share Hispanic Unity, its programs and free services for Hispanics If there is a non-profit institution dedicated to guiding and helping Hispanics who arrive in this country of opportunities, it is Hispanic Unity of Florida HUF. Its 40 years of foundation have not passed in vain, nor have its 12 programs and 30 services offered to our community. Among the most prominent are Broward Tax Pro, which is the tax preparation service from January to April of each year, as well as previous years and amendments until September. They also guide you to take the Citizenship test, help you fill out food stamp applications and health applications such as Medicaid and Kidscare. Both preschool programs and immigration services are very low cost. In the USA, he spoke with the new president of Hispanic Unity of Florida, Felipe Pinzón, of Cali, Colombia, about the range of services that Hispanics can take advantage of, ensuring that all programs have their own requirements and that he invited them to visit his headquarters in the city of Hollywood, Broward. The executive took office last January 2022, but has worked at the institution since 2002. What are the main obstacles that Hispanics face when applying for one of the programs that you offer? Each case is unique and there is no list of impediments. In general, they come to seek to improve their current situation, either financially or for advice. HUF offers a variety of services, and if we can't help you directly, we connect you with other organizations that can assist. Do you have a location in Broward and only serve residents of this county? We provide our services to all immigrants in South Florida. We work with public libraries, Broward colleges, and many other organizations to provide services Will they organize the Gala Party that they celebrated in the community for several years? No. Our focus is to expand services – grow to help more immigrants and families who need help What organizational plans do you have in your new position? My vision includes expanding programs, developing innovative services in response to community needs, increasing our funding, and providing resources and tools for all of our employees so they can perform effectively and continue to serve the community._cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b -136bad5cf58d_ Among the projects for the rest of this 2022 include: Strengthening and growing HUF's programs and services to help more families meet their basic needs and secure good-paying jobs. Launch a centralized database, and Develop HUF's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plan What would you take away and what would you add to Hispanic Unity? I would remove – nothing I would add a larger facility to HUF in order to provide more services and serve all generations (children, adults, seniors) of Hispanic families. Hispanic Unity of Florida's mission is to empower immigrants and other members of the community to become self-sufficient, civically engaged, and lead productive lives. The immigrant has in Hispanic Unity of Florida a guide on his journey towards the American dream

In this edition Share Tamarac anuncia su campaña para convertirse en una ciudad designada Amigable con el Autismo Tamarac se enorgullece en anunciar su campaña para convertirse en una ciudad designada como Amigable con el Autismo, en asociación con Neuro Consulting Solutions (NCS) y Helping Adult with Autism Perform & Excel (HAAPE). NCS otorga las designaciones Autism Friendly a organizaciones que han completado la capacitación para satisfacer las diversas necesidades de las personas con autismo y personas con discapacidades relacionadas. Propuesto durante el Taller de la Comisión Municipal del 12 de septiembre, los miembros de la Comisión Municipal acordaron unánimemente continuar con la designación. Juntos, HAAPE y NCS brindarán a los líderes electos y al personal de Tamarac una capacitación amigable con el autismo. Las organizaciones también capacitarán a los socorristas de Tamarac para identificar signos de autismo en personas que encuentren en el cumplimiento de su deber. HAAPE y NCS también ayudarán a desarrollar un plan integral para que el personal de Parques y Recreación de Tamarac mejore la programación para dar cabida a los miembros de la comunidad con autismo. En apoyo a la iniciativa, la Oficina del Sheriff de Broward-Distrito Tamarac incluirá con orgullo un vehículo patrulla con coloridas piezas de rompecabezas para reconocer a las personas con autismo y sus familias. Una vez designada, Tamarac se unirá a Cooper City, Parkland y Weston, como la cuarta ciudad amiga del autismo en el condado de Broward. Para obtener más información sobre esta iniciativa, comuníquese con Parks and Recreation Department al (954) 597-3620.

Share The Health Foundation of the Americas launches a fund for community programs with the support by Centene Charitable Foundation The Health Foundation of the Americas (HAF) of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health announced the launch of the Equity Fund for the Hispanic Family. The $ 100 million fund aims to promote equity in the health and well-being of Hispanic families across the country. Centene Corporation through its foundation The Centene Charitable Foundation have committed to matching the first million in corporate donations to the fund, and called on companies and foundations to contribute to the initiative and play an active role in reducing the lack of equity faced by Hispanic communities. "By investing directly in communities and strengthening resources locally, The Health Foundation of the Americas can better meet the needs of Hispanic families," said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, president and CEO of La Health Foundation of the Americas. "We look forward to working with Centene to ensure more equitable outcomes in the Hispanic community. The stakes are high for Hispanic Americans and failure to act is not an option." "The COVID-19 pandemic has shed light on the health and economic inequalities facing Hispanic communities across the country," said Michael F. Neidorff, president and CEO of Centene Corporation. "By emerging now into a post-pandemic world, we have been given a clear opportunity to close the wellness gap that too many Americans face. We hope that businesses and foundations will join Centene in supporting our ongoing efforts to provide opportunities for Hispanic communities. , the largest minority group in our nation, while looking for innovative ways to ensure fairness within their own organizations. " The Equity Fund for the Hispanic Family will benefit from the expertise of The Health Foundation of the Americas staff, with decades of experience managing various national health and human services programs. The Health Foundation of the Americas will administer the funds to a variety of communities that will include centers with large numbers of Hispanics, as well as emerging population centers and rural and urban communities. For more information about the Equity Fund for the Hispanic Family, visit https://www.buenasaludparatodos.org/familias. About The Health Foundation of the Americas The Healthy Americas Foundation (HAF) seeks to improve the health of individuals and families in the Americas by innovating, incubating, and investing in designed and community-based efforts. HAF's initiatives are based on the experience of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and its many partners. HAF encourages community-driven efforts based on and celebrating the role of culture; it redefines health not only as the absence of disease; and nurtures the well-being of the body, mind and spirit. Given its health mission, HAF does not accept funds from tobacco companies, alcoholic beverages, or sugary beverages. For more information, visit www.buenasaludparatodos.org/familias. Contact: Adolph P. Falcón, afalcon@healthyamericasfund.org , 202-797-4341

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Share April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness April is National Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, a time to speak out and support survivors of sexual assault and child abuse. According to the National Network on Rape, Abuse and Incest, every 73 seconds a person experiences a sexual assault in the United States. One in five women and one in 71 men will be raped at some point in their lives. Here in Broward, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement reported 688 violations in 2019. According to the National Alliance for Children, nearly 700,000 children are abused in the United States annually. When it comes to sexual assault and child abuse, silence is not an option. The Nancy J. Cotterman Center (NJCC), Broward County's only accredited Child Advocacy and Rape Crisis Center, provides services in a safe and non-threatening environment for survivors of sexual assault, child abuse and trafficking. people and their family members who support them. NJCC professionals are specially trained to provide crisis intervention and counseling, as well as forensic medical examinations and clinical child abuse assessments. Services are available to non-offending adult and child survivors and family members at no charge. NJCC, part of the Broward County Division of Human Services Crisis Intervention and Support, provides: * Crisis Support: 24/7 crisis services for survivors of sexual violence, human trafficking, child sexual abuse and trauma and family members who have been affected by these crimes. * Child Protection Team: 24/7 services for survivors of child abuse and multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure the well-being and safety of children. * Counseling: trauma-focused mental health services for survivors of child abuse, sexual violence, and human trafficking and their non-offending family members. * Medical: 24/7 forensic medical examinations for survivors of sexual violence, child abuse and human trafficking and medical consultations. Ana María Ferrer, human services administrator for the Nancy J. Cotterman Center said: "As a community, we must support survivors of sexual assault and child abuse and understand that it is never their fault." Last year, the Crisis Unit provided more than 7,500 episodes of service. On April 20, at the Broward County Commission meeting at the Government Center, commissioners will present a proclamation at 10 a.m. to community partners who collaborate with the Nancy J. Cotterman Center recognizing April as the Month of Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness and April 20 as Denim Day in Broward County. For more information, contact with the Nancy J. Cotterman Center at 954-357-5775 or the sexual assault hotline 24 hours a day at 954-761-RAPE (7273).

Share El condado de Broward ofrece asistencia de alquiler para residentes que califiquen afectados por Covid-19 In the USA he spoke with the Director of the Office of Economic Development and Small Business in Broward, Sandy-Michael McDonald about his work in the county towards the attraction and orientation of small companies interested in doing business with the county. This office is fully registered for some 730 small businesses in the county. One of the recommendations made by your director is that before starting a business in Broward, check with this office, especially if you plan to do business with the government of this county, see the opportunities and how to navigate through that process. Can you provide general guidance on the responsibilities of the Broward County Small Business and Economic Development Division and its objectives? The office on behalf of the county works to enhance the economic vitality of Broward and does so in coordination with its community partners and cities. We seek to improve the stability and expansion of existing businesses in Broward County, as well as work to attract new ones, especially those who pay high wages to the county. There are multiple initiatives and programs that we use to support this growth and that of Broward businesses. We have the Entrepreneurship Program, International Trade (Export), Workforce Development and Apprenticeship Programs. We are known primarily for our small business program that supports the use of locally certified small businesses in county procurement. goals 1. Create a vibrant economy with a diverse and skilled workforce in a county that offers unique advantages that attract all types of businesses to create equitable prosperity across the county. 2. Ensure economic opportunity for all people and businesses in Broward. 3. Highlight the "Broward" brand on county properties, programs and services 4. Constantly provide responsive, efficient and quality services to the public and internal customers. During the seven and a half years that you have served as a small business director, have you seen changes in the way Hispanic-owned businesses have increased in interest and number? Do you have any statistics on this? Broward County operates a race and gender neutral small business certification program. This means that there is no specific ethnicity or gender for business owners seeking certification. However, since I have served as a director, the number of Hispanic-owned businesses has grown by more than 60%. Do you have orientation programs and / or seminars to guide Hispanic-owned businesses before and after they open in Broward County? We host workshops for all of our businesses and in the last two years we have done even more, specifically for our Hispanic population in Spanish. Feel free to see the link to our most recent workshop for Hispanic-owned businesses called Doing Business With Broward County. We will continue these workshops in the future. In your experience, what do you recommend to a new business in Broward once it starts operating? The first thing is that they learn and understand how the Broward government works. Even if they are not interested in public procurement, they could still get business start-up and business plan assistance. How many small Broward businesses are registered with your office? There are approximately 730 certified small businesses in our program. What message do you want to send to the general public and small businesses about the local government agency you lead? I need our small business community to know that there are business opportunities here in Broward County. Our office can help develop business to participate. We want the public to know that we want to keep most of the county's money here in Broward to support the businesses that are here, that hire within the county, and that spend money earned in Broward.

Share At Champions Hall Community Center in North Lauderdale Community forums to inform and listen to its residents For the development of these forums, there is a group of panelists made up of the police, firefighters, authorities of the city of North Lauderdale and special guests. The city of North Lauderdale has been preparing, together with its Commissioner Lorenzo Wood, forums aimed at informing and listening at the same time to the concerns, worries and suggestions of its residents, in order to channel them and seek solutions through the different departments. of your competition. For the development of these forums, there is a group of panelists made up of the police, firefighters, authorities of the city of North Lauderdale and special guests. Admission is free and open to the public, giving residents the opportunity to attend and learn about programs and issues involving the city where they live and work. We encourage your community to stay active and participate in these community and educational forums at the city's Champions Hall Community Center.

An archive of En USA Newspaper videos Top 10 tips to avoid an infestation of iguanas in private properties Share By: Tom Portuallo If you live in South Florida, it is very likely that iguanas have become something you see often. Iguanas are native to Central and South America and began to appear in South Florida during the 1960s as exotic pets. Many of these iguanas escaped captivity or were released by their owners, and over the years their population grew throughout the state. In addition to being a nuisance, they have caused millions of dollars in property damage, eating away residential and commercial vegetation, digging holes and burrows in public infrastructure (sidewalks, boardwalks, berms, or foundations of homes), and consuming endangered native species . Iguanas can also transmit salmonella to humans through water or surfaces. What can homeowners do to protect themselves from these pesky invaders? First of all, here are 10 helpful tips to avoid attracting iguanas to your property. 1. Keep your garden and landscape tidy, making them less attractive for iguanas to make their nests. 2. Choose plants that iguanas will not eat for your garden, such as chenille plant, croton, Mexican petunia, oleander, silver button, and others. 3. Do not feed the iguanas. Four. Don't leave old food in compost piles. 5. If you leave pet food outside for a dog or cat, pick it up when your pet has finished eating. 6. Put fences around your gardens. Here's what to do if you suspect iguanas have already invaded your property: 7. Check around your yard for holes in the ground, which may or may not be a sign that an iguana has started living there. 8. Use a shovel to close new holes in the garden. 9. Some determined homeowners take the extra precaution of filling the holes with rocks. 10. Get a recommendation on the best, most experienced and trusted iguana trapper. If none of these methods work, is it legal for owners to shoot and kill the iguanas? Killing iguanas in your yard is an option, but there are laws and regulations that you must follow. Iguanas are not a protected species, but they must be euthanized quickly and compassionately. Note that Florida law prohibits the relocation, sale, or transfer of iguanas, but allows humane euthanasia. Also be aware that firing a firearm or crossbow in a residential area could cause trouble with law enforcement. What's more, the rules and regulations for disposing of dead iguanas make killing these creatures complicated and it is for this reason that the best decision one can make to comply with the law is to call in a trusted and experienced professional in catch iguanas. Removing iguanas effectively, complying with cruelty to animals regulations and other laws, is a specialized service. It is not a free hunting season to kill iguanas. Each method we employ illustrates our respect for the property owner and their property. About the author: Tom Portuallo is the owner and founder of Iguana Control, the largest iguana infestation control company in South Florida. Based in Pompano Beach, the company has served Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe counties since 2009.

Ivonne Capecchi, a stained glass window that lives to create “I want to be again what I always was, an artist who lives to create, who dreams of having once again in her life what was her daily oxygen -art- and being able to feel that all this effort was worth it because the essence of the artist is conserves even in the most difficult situations. " The stained glass windows of Ivonne Capecchi, an artist who one day packed its magic, light and passion towards a destination of opportunities Ivonne Capecchi left her native Venezuela after 38 years of directing her own art workshop. The unsustainable situation in the country forced her to leave her family, home and friends. “Putting my life in a suitcase to start from scratch in a new country has been one of the most difficult things I have done in my life,” says Ivonne, who comes from a family of artists - her grandmother was a painter, her mother a sculptor , painter, musician, and had her own workshop in her home. “For me, going through that door and entering that world of tools, paints, clay, molds and enamels, was better than any toy, and my mother allowed us to use everything and create in total freedom,” recalls the artist. With the passage of time, he tells us, he fell in love with the great works in glass and with the peace transmitted by the passage of light through its colors. It was then that he decided to study art while living in Sao Paulo and one of the techniques he learned was the making of stained glass. "From that moment I fell in love with glass to this day, and forever." In his native Venezuela, and in normal times of his country, how is the stained glass window in terms of promotion and acquisition. Is it really a work of access to the pocket of the common citizen? Stained glass was always very elite and since there was never a glass or stained glass industry in Venezuela, acquiring it became a luxury that few really had access to; the raw material was imported and that increased the cost. On the other hand, we had very few professional stained glass artists in the country, nor were there any specialized schools in the handling of glass. Now that you have been living in Miami for a year, how do you plan to locate your pieces already made in stained glass? To locate my work it is important to have contact with architects and real estate remodelers, so that people get to know my work and be able to enter the market here. “One of the advantages of my work, adds Ivonne, is that my stained glass windows have a different technique from the one already known with lead and since I don't use it, many of my glasses are made by me, that makes my work unrepeatable and only". The stained glass technique is ancient and has played an important role in great Cathedrals, Palaces and Abbeys. Ivonne considers that the world of glass in the United States is fascinating and that there are great masters, artists and specialized galleries in terms of fusing, but stained glass as such is not seen much in art rooms since it is created for a space existing (windows, doors, ceilings, room dividers, etc. "However, he limits, when I make a fusion between the stained glass and the fused glass, I make pieces that do not deserve a pre-determined space but are works that can also be placed as decoration. What do you want people in Florida to know more about you as an artist? I would like to invite you to meet me, see my work and career on Instagram @ivonnecapecchi, my work in anti-impact glass, and that they comply with all security measures. I have a different, contemporary, magical technique, full of light, color and passion. “I want to be again what I always was, an artist who lives to create, who dreams of having in her life what was my daily oxygen -art- and being able to feel that all this effort was worth because the essence of the artist is conserves even in the most difficult situations. " Currently, Ivonne Capecchi is the president of @soschildrenfoundation, a foundation that helps Venezuelan children living in extreme poverty in Venezuela and has existed since she lived in her country of origin. "The persecution of those we helped was impossible to bear, in addition to thousands of reasons that together weighed so much that we made that difficult decision to leave." concluded. Today the Foundation operates from the USA, where they want to be able to make their new home.

Volver TAMARAC By En USA news Our exhibition will be open until October 31st Our journalistic work will continue to be on display at the North Regional Library in Coconut Creek until October 31st during regular library hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, and the rest of the week, including weekends, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. 1100 Coconut Creek Parkway - Coconut Creek, FL 33066. 954-201-2600

An archive of En USA Newspaper videos His works are exhibited outdoors in different locations in Pompano Beach Share Carlos Inocente González, a Venezuelan painter who is inspired by the community, the environment and nature We can proudly say that our talented and focused people manage to make their name and stand out in the community. And this is the case of the painter Carlos Inocente González, who arrived from his native Venezuela 26 years ago, of which he dedicated several of them to Pompano Beach, a city that fell in love and captivated him. When do you start creating your paintings? Since ever. One, the artist, is constantly creating, and I started my own paintings from the moment someone first put a pencil / brush in my hand. "When I arrived in Pompano Beach, my first job was in the kitchen of a restaurant that was located on Atlantic Blvd, coincidentally very close to where one of my murals is exhibited today," he says. "And that is very significant to me. professionally and emotionally, seeing my work on a wall where I passed so many times on the way to work. It's a dream come true, ”he expresses excitedly. How do you get to locate your painting in various locations in the city of Pompano Beach? Broward County is like "a museum without walls." The Cultural Division of the county develops around 90 projects a year, and constantly that office together with the Art Committee of the cities asks artists for their ideas to carry out projects, and I got involved with Pompano Beach participating in artistic activities and competitions which I eventually won. The recognition of my work has also been perseverance, and that visibility of my work outdoors allowed me to reach a large audience that has responded favorably. What are you inspired by when you create your works? In the community, the environment and nature The goldfish on display in front of the Pompano Beach Fire Department building, what is its name and where did the idea come from? "Klimt Fish" is the name of the work. Gustav Klimt is one of my art teachers and my favorite painter. For the competition where I participated, we had to create a design inspired by an artist, period or artistic movement, and I chose Klimt. Is it easier to paint or see painting as a business? For an artist, painting is a natural exhibition. We must break with the scheme that presents La Pintura and Los Negocios as exclusive… and also with that of the search for the easy way. There are many opportunities but perseverance and discipline are required What do you recommend to young people who are starting in the art of painting? Do not get carried away by the cliché of art as a not very profitable activity. We are fortunate to have various organizations and programs that support artists and finance their projects. Public art, museums, festivals, etc. they are ways to achieve economic stability. Judith Crocker His murals, Old Town and Playtime, have the endorsement of the Art Committee of the city of Pompano Beach, as well as the figure of the gold fish in front of the Fire Department of that municipality.

Volver BROWARD By En USA news Broward Latino Entrepreneurs (BCLE) A group of kindred spirits and purpose Connecting and supporting your business Since 2018, Broward County Latino Entrepreneurs (BCLE) has been uniting entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, elected officials, and retirees to connect, learn, and grow together. They also promote Latino entrepreneurship, foster collaboration, and offer resources that help everyone develop professionally. “Our events are open to the public because we want everyone to have access to information and growth opportunities,” says Liza Erazo, founder and president of BCLE. “We always have special guests such as business owners, elected officials, representatives from institutions, and experts in topics of interest (finance, health, leadership, and professional development) who come to share their experiences with us. And although the focus is on highlighting Latino talent, we welcome the entire community because growth happens when we all share.” BCLE offers the opportunity to sponsor its events to support the community and raise awareness of your business. There are different sponsorship levels ranging from $150 for non-profit organizations to $300 for businesses. This includes a mention at the event, social media presence, and promotion of your institution or company with supporting materials, as a way to connect with and increase your brand's visibility. The group has been growing among professional entrepreneurs and leaders who actively participate, in addition to the attendees who support them each month. The meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month at The View, Colony West in Tamarac. Before creating her networking group, Liza Erazo worked for over 25 years in the healthcare industry, especially in home care and senior services. She has held various positions in operations, admissions, and business development. She was also chairwoman of the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce in Broward and remains very active in the community. She is currently also president of Hispanic Vote, a Political Action Committee that allows members to meet and engage with elected officials, candidates, judges, prosecutors, and community leaders in Broward County. Participation is free, and they meet once a month at various locations in Broward. Each year, they celebrate two special events: Hispanic Heritage Month and a Christmas Party with a toy drive for children in need. “I want to emphasize that BCLE is not just a networking group: we are a community of hearts willing to connect, support, and help many. When a community unites with purpose, we all grow together,” concluded Liza Erazo. To contact these groups, you can email lizabcle@gmail.com (BCLE) and Hispanic Vote at hispanicvotebroward@gmail.com , or call Liza Erazo at 954-234-8447.