Authenticity
Creates an atmosphere of trust and openness.
Resourcefulness
Amplifies Latine voices and champions their causes.
Solution-Oriented
Creates positive outcomes through innovative thinking.
Unity
Fosters a sense of belonging and community.
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We prioritize authenticity, resourcefulness, solution-oriented thinking, and unity. These values guide our actions as we endeavor to build bridges.
Creates an atmosphere of trust and openness.
Amplifies Latine voices and champions their causes.
Creates positive outcomes through innovative thinking.
Fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Our services are proven to lead to better outcomes in education, career development, and cultural integration.
We focus on mentorship programs, advocacy efforts, and providing opportunities to Latine youth so they can equip themselves for success in today's world.
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We foster civic engagement through leadership development and creating a sense of purpose in building a future together.
This chart shows the explosive growth that the state of Louisiana has seen in its Latino population since 2000. This statistic highlights the need for the services that Puentes provides, and the trend is not slowing down.
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The state of Louisiana lags national averages for high school graduation rates, but when we dive deeper into the numbers we see a huge concern for ESL students in the state - only 41% graduate - while Puentes has been able to achieve a graduation rate of 100% with the students participating in our programs.
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