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Event Opportunities
 19th Annual Compañeros Awards Luncheon
 26th Annual Career Expo
 20th Annual Latin Fever Ball
 9th Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference

Why is your support so essential to our success?
When the Latin American Association opened its doors to serve the Latino community of Atlanta 35 years ago, it did so with the goal of providing many immigrants with the means to become self-sufficient, prosperous members of the community. Today, the initial drive that set our work in motion is more momentous than ever before.

The decision to move to a new country and become an immigrant is seldom an easy one. It requires great courage and strength and demands enormous sacrifice. Most importantly, it holds one powerful purpose:

"A better life for you and those dearest to you."

Last year alone, nearly 60,000 individuals and their families sought assistance from the LAA. Many came to learn English; others became U.S. citizens or secured full-time employment, and children participated in fun and enriching activities in a positive environment—all through the many services offered by the LAA. These significant outcomes were possible thanks to the contributions of those who support us and our mission, those that relate to the struggles of immigrants in the pursuit of the American dream, and understand that the true greatness of this country is founded in its vast diversity and opportunity.

Today we present you with the opportunity to touch the lives of the thousands of Latinos that see in the LAA a partner in their success so that together we can strengthen our society. Your partnership with the Latin American Association will help us continue to serve our community and invest in a brighter future for us all.

19th Annual Compañeros Awards Luncheon – Georgia Aquarium
April 24, 2008 | Atlanta, GA

The Compañeros Awards Luncheon is the Latin American Association’s annual recognition of exceptional community leaders. The Latin American Association, along with more than five hundred of Atlanta’s most influential citizens, will honor award recipients in the areas of Community Leadership, Service and Commitment, Exemplary Corporate Leadership, and Public Service and Leadership for their outstanding contributions to the Latino Community.

For more information and to register for this year’s Compañeros event,
click here.

26th Annual Career Expo – Latin American Association, DeKalb Outreach Center
May 17, 2008 | Atlanta, GA

The Latin American Association’s Career Expo is the premier professional Latino Job fair for corporate, nonprofit, and government organizations that seek diversity in their workplace and value bilingualism among their employees. The event provides companies with the opportunity to recruit quality bilingual staff while giving Latino professionals the opportunity to find valuable positions at well-respected companies in the Atlanta area.

20th Annual Latin Fever Ball – InterContinental Hotel Buckhead
September 20, 2008 | Atlanta, GA

Latin Fever Ball is held during the peak of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated nationwide from September 15th to October 15th. The black tie gala is the principal fundraising event for the Latin American Association, generating vital support for programs and services such as English classes, family services, employment assistance, youth services, and immigration assistance.

9th Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference
October 2008 | Atlanta, GA

The Latin American Association’s Annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference is the southeast’s premier leadership event for Latino youth, parents and teachers. It offers a unique opportunity for Latino middle and high school students to spend a day in dialogue with community leaders and experts on topics such as leadership development, higher education, cultural awareness, and challenges facing today’s youth. Additionally, sessions are provided for parents and teachers on various issues of importance. The conference is free to students, parents and teachers and provides and exceptional experience for Latino youth and parents to discover a future full of opportunities.