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The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (C.H.A.C.) was established in 2001 by the Board of Supervisors to provide an official liaison and communications link between the Hispanic/Latino community and Coconino County.
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Flagstaff High School celebrates its 2024 Hispanic Convocation

Proud family members take photos of their youth at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School. Photos by Ruth and Richard Eaton.

FLAGSTAFF — Nearly 80 students were recognized at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation held at Flagstaff High School on May 8, 2024.

The event included the introduction by Principal Libby Miller, the welcoming address by Ruby Sanchez Ramirez and the keynote address by Daniela Tirado Barva.

The Presentation of Students ceremony included Miller, Assistant Principal Frank Alvillar, Assistant Principal Matt Barquin and Athletic Director Jeannine Brandel.

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Flagstaff High School Facebook 2024 Hispanic Convocation photos

Daniela Tirado Barva provided the Keynote Address at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School.
Ruby Sanchez Ramirez provided the Welcoming Address at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School.
Students take the stage for a group shot at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School.
Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) Superintendent Michael A. Penca enjoyed the presentations at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School.
Participants get ready to enjoy the reception at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School.
Susan Mendez, left, and former teacher Sarah Cromer enjoy the festivities at the 2024 Hispanic Convocation at Flagstaff High School.

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Bilingual report — NAU conducting survey on stress on Latina mothers. Also seeking Community Advisory Board members

FLAGSTAFF — Northern Arizona University is conducting a survey on stress on Latina mothers.

Complete a 30–40-minute survey and receive a $25 gift card

After completing the survey, you may be selected to join our Community Advisory Board!

Total Compensation up to $350

The community advisory board members will inform the development of a stress and coping program for Latina mothers*
*biological, adoptive, step-moms, non-traditional mothers included

Estimated time commitment to participate in the research study: -30–40-minute online surveys at the start and at the end of the 6 weeks -90-minute meetings once a week for 6 weeks

Day/time to be determined based on availability of participants
You will be paid separately for each part of the study (survey and meetings)

Eligibility:

  1. Self-identify as Latina
  2. Mother of a child of any age
  3. Drank alcohol to cope with stress at least once withinthe last month
  4. Be a resident of Arizona

Contact:

Dr.Tara Bautista, Ph.D.
| Department of Psych Sciences | Tara.Bautista@nau.edu
| Call or Text: 928-220-2522

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CHAC, other County Diversity Councils celebrate the holiday season by participating in the 2023 Flagstaff Holiday Parade of Lights

District 2 Supervisor, and chair of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, Jeronimo Vasquez, top row third from left, gathers with members of the Coconino County Diversity Councils prior to the start of the annual Flagstaff Parade of Lights. Photo courtesy District 2 Director Jennifer Dufresne.

FLAGSTAFF — Despite of chilly evening that started in the low ’30s, throngs of families lined the streets of downtown Flagstaff to watch the annual Flagstaff Holiday Parade of Lights held on Dec. 9, 2023.

Presented by the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce and the Vora Financial Group, the parade featured more than 60 entries, including Coconino County and members from the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC), the County’s other Diversity Councils and other supporters.

Banners displayed on the decorated vehicles included those from CHAC, the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Council and the African Diaspora Advisory Council.

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2023 Arizona Daily Sun — Gallery: Parading in the holiday season with the Flagstaff lights parade

See previous Parade of Lights photos:

Please see the 2023 Flagstaff Holiday Parade of Lights photos below. Click for larger image

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CHAC takes part in 20th annual Celebraciones de la Gente at the Museum of Northern Arizona

The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) took part in the 20th annual Celebraciones de la Gente held on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21, 22, 2023 at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

CHAC and Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez were the among the Premier Sponsors for the event, which was also supported by  the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts and APS.

CHAC members attending the Day of the Dead celebration were CHAC Chair Patty Garcia, CHAC member Sedrick Capp, photo above, and past CHAC Chair Frank X. Moraga, photo below.

CHAC provided an information table with details on the organization and Coconino County.

Celebraciones de la Gente is a partnership between Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces and the Museum of Northern Arizona honoring the cultural traditions of the Hispanic/Latino community in Northern Arizona.

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Coconino County, City of Flagstaff proclaim Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, 2023 as Hispanic Heritage Month

FLAGSTAFF — At their regular meeting on Tuesday, September 12, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors (Board) unanimously adopted a proclamation recognizing September 15 through October 15, 2023 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Coconino County.

The proclamation, drafted by County Human Resources staff and members of the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC), reads in part “Hispanics and Latinos are some of the earliest native residents of the southwestern United States and Hispanics in Coconino County were amongst the first pioneers in Flagstaff and Coconino County. Many working in the sawmill and railroad industry as an integral piece of establishing our mountain town of Flagstaff and the continued development of Coconino County.”

“It’s always our great pleasure to help celebrate the great diversity of Coconino County,” said Jeronimo Vasquez, Chair of the Board and Supervisor for District 2. “Being Latino, I’m proud to be a part of this tradition and feel it’s very important to take time to learn about the contributions of Latinos and Hispanics in the county throughout our history.”

The full proclamation can be read online here.

An annual Hispanic Heritage observance first began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting September 15 and ending on October 15 each year. Nationwide events honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month can be found online:https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/

Para encontrar este comunicado de prensa en español, por favor visite https://coconino.az.gov/  y ‘Select Language’ en la esquina izquierda del sitio web, y haga clic en Noticias del condado para la publicación reciente.

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City of Flagstaff Proclaims Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, 2023 as National Hispanic Heritage Month

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff — Office of the Mayor, has proclaimed Sept, 15 through Oct. 15, 2023 as National Hispanic Heritage Month.

“The City of Flagstaff observes, embraces, respects, and celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month also called “Yes de Herencia Hispana”, is celebrated nationwide from September 15th through October 15th each year to commemorate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx peoples whose ancestors originated the Caribbean, Central and South America, Mexico, and Spain. …”

Click on image to see the entire proclamation.