Events

LOS ANGELES, CA – MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) hosted its annual 2016 awards gala on Thursday. The premier Latino awards program brings together a diverse group of individuals, leading corporations and law firms that are dedicated and committed to civil rights. The gala highlights the accomplishments of these groups and individuals in advancing the rights of all Latinos living in the United States.

SAN ANTONIO, TX – On Friday, September 9, 2016, MALDEF, the nation’s leading Latino legal civil rights organization, hosted its 2016 San Antonio Gala and honored the remarkable work and achievements of three influential leaders in advancing the Latino community. The annual event took place at the Westin Riverwalk Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. San Antonio’s Univision41 anchor Antonio Sánchez served as Master of Ceremonies. MALDEF President and General Counsel, Thomas A. Saenz, delivered remarks highlighting the current challenges and opportunities Latinos face in the effort to secure greater equality.

NEW YORK, NY – On Thursday, February 20, 2014, MALDEF will host its 2014 Latino State of the Union at the Time Warner Headquarters in New York. The event will feature a panel of national Latino leaders discussing critical public policy issues facing Latinos today.

PON, a joint project of MALDEF and APALC, Convenes Learning Series on Education and Civic Engagement to Address Ballot Initiatives in the Upcoming Election

Dr. Cárdenas life’s work ensured Latino children received equal opportunity for access to education