Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15 to October 15 in the United States, serving as a time to honor and recognize the rich histories, diverse cultures, and significant contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. For the Latin American & Caribbean Working Group, we want to use this month to highlight how people of Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean, Central, and South American descent have contributed to natural resource conservation across the globe.
Latin American Resources & Engagement
Discover resources, opportunities, and community connections for Latinos in natural resources. Have questions or ideas? Reach out to one of our Regional Engagement Chairs!
Spotlights
LACWG members will be featured on The Wildlife Society’s Meet a Member Monday Series on the TWS Weekly Newsletter/Instagram and in a Wildlife Vocalizations article. These materials along with infographics, featured research articles, and more will be posted throughout the month.
Also – be on the look out for give aways and fundraising activities!
View Our Featured Wildlife Vocalizations:
Wildlife Vocalizations | Ana Meiga
Wildlife Vocalizations | Emma Gómez-Ruiz
Wildlife Vocalizations | Masi Mejia
Wildlife Vocalizations | Gael Sanchez
View Our Featured Member Monday Posts:
Latino Conservation Week
Latino Conservation Week is an initiative by the Hispanic Access Foundation that aims to encourage the Latino community to engage with the outdoors and natural resources.
Throughout Latino Conservation Week, this year taking place during Hispanic Heritage Month, various organizations hold events nationwide. These activities range from hiking and camping to community roundtables and film screenings. They promote conservation efforts within the community and provide Latinos with an opportunity to support the permanent protection of the environment.
You can access the list of Latino Conservation Week events happening across the country by using the link in our bio!
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re giving away a FREE TWS Membership! 🎁✨ Want to win? It’s super easy! 🙌 If you have a Latin American or Caribbean background, or if you’re diving into research on these regions, just:
- Click the link below 🔗
- Fill out our form 📋
Don’t miss out—join the celebration and grab your chance to win! 🎊
Winner will be announced on September 30th