The threat of deportation from the United States may put pregnant Hispanic women and their babies at risk, researchers suggest.
In their study, the researchers from the University of Michigan discovered that the chances of both preterm birth and having low birth weight babies went up for pregnant women affected by a large-scale federal immigration raid in Iowa in 2008.
The finding comes as many Hispanics' deportation and discrimination fears mount in the United States. On Wednesday, President D
Many people (including me) offer advice on what it takes to be better at networking. One thing often is left out of that equation, however: Networking involves interacting with others, so it's worth asking what the average person believes it takes to become great. If we want to make the kind of impression that works to build a powerful personal network, we must be cognizant of others' expectations and adjust our behavior accordingly. READ MORE AT ENTREPRENEUR
Over the past decade, the number of Hispanics in the U.S. with pets in their homes skyrocketed from 11 million to 20 million as the pet ownership rate among Latinos grew from 40% to 55% between 2007 and 2016, according to market research firm Packaged Facts in the report Hispanics as Pet Market Consumers.
This exceptional growth rate is due not only to the rapid growth of the Hispanic population but also to the accelerating degree of Hispanic acculturation. READ MORE AT PR NEWSWIRE
Miami’s real estate market may have cooled a bit, but it is poised for long-term success and sustainability. And the world-famous beaches and tropical weather are only part of the equation. Despite a millennial-led nationwide trend to rent and wait on or avoid buying real estate, Miami’s strong Hispanic demographic positions the Magic City with a population that still strongly believes in family and homeownership. READ MORE AT MIAMI HERALD
Here's something we can all agree on: the next four years are going to be one heck of a ride. In order for us to maintain our sanity, we need to rely on each other to stay on track. Success and confidence never typically come easy, but as long as you have some sort of motivation to keep you going, you're ready to take on the world.
Check out some incredible quotes by these Latina all-stars for some quick inspiration today. READ MORE AT LATINA
The financial services industry is no stranger to the Hispanic market. Many of the largest national and regional banks, insurance companies, tax preparation and investment firms have been targeting the Hispanic market for years. In 2014, the financial/insurance category spent a total of $352 million in measured Hispanic-targeted media (Nielsen, SSG). According to AHAA, from 2006 to 2010, expenditures by the financial services category saw a major increase in allocation of overall ad spending to
One of my favorite Martin Luther King Jr. quotes is: “There is nothing more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.” And I am just going to come out and say it: Most diversity and inclusion initiatives fall into the former category: sincere ignorance. They look and sound great. They are usually well-meaning too. But a vast number of these initiatives prove ineffective or fail within a year or two. Why? READ MORE AT FORBES
Networking is an important facet of professional life which helps you rise above the professional mediocrity. Small talk with strangers wouldn't only make you more acceptable in your professional circle but also increase your chances of growth.
Here are 5 quick tips on how you can network effectively. READ MORE AT ECONOMIC TIMES
The long-standing digital divide in internet use between Latinos and whites is now at its narrowest point since 2009 as immigrant Latinos and Spanish-dominant Latinos make big strides in going online, according to newly released results from Pew Research Center’s 2015 National Survey of Latinos. Meanwhile, broadband use among Latinos is little changed since 2010.
The story of technological adoption among Latinos has long been a unique one. While Latinos have lagged other groups in accessing the
Homeownership in the U.S. has fallen sharply since the housing boom peaked in the mid-2000s, though it’s declined more for some racial and ethnic groups than for others. Black and Hispanic households today are still far less likely than white households to own their own homes. READ MORE AT PEW RESEARCH CENTER
If you’re feeling dissatisfied at your job, it can be tempting to consider changing careers altogether.
Maybe the job you thought would make you happy causes you nothing but stress and you’re dreaming of taking on a new career path.
So how can you make sure a major career transition is right for you? Here are five important tips from career coaches and experts to help you make a major career change the right way.
TRY IT OUT
Test the waters first. Before taking the risk getting into a career tha
The day following Donald Trump's inauguration, an estimated 200,000 people will take to the streets to join the Women's March on Washington, a demonstration that aims to be inclusive of the various issues and identities under threat during Trump’s quickly approaching presidency.
It’s no surprise then that Latinas, who have been on the receiving end of several of the president-elect’s attacks, can be found throughout this movement, from the march’s national committee and its celebrity ambassador
Think about those who have been left behind in the economy, and you might picture the white working class. Much has been said since the election about the plight of former manufacturing workers in the Rust Belt, who can no longer find good-paying jobs.
The focus makes sense: President-elect Donald Trump was lifted into office by white adults over 25 without a four-year degree, who favoured him by a margin of 39 percentage points. Their economic frustration and suffering are real, and white work
One week away! Read biographies of the feature guests for the 2017 Sales and Entrepreneurship Networking Forum being held Wednesday January 18 at the new Harvest Moon Chicago in Wicker Park.
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Karla Mina, Radio Host, Market Overdrive, CEO - Equity Partners
Karla Mina, an agent associated with the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Halsted office, is a triple threat within the local real estate industry. In addition to her recognition as a successful agent, Karla Mina is highly active
SEO or search engine optimization is one of the top notch marketing tools that can be used to promote any business online. With the onset of digital marketing era SEO is one of the most prominent mechanisms. SEO involves incorporating tools and back end algorithms that promote the advantage of the website of any business on SERP. SERP or search engine result page is the result page that the search engine returns to the users after getting the result from a server against any particular search. I
Have you ever found yourself to be socially awkward in a nightmarish room full of professionals? You feel so out of place and every conversation feels almost as though you’re openly asking your boss for a raise?
Yes, it is perfectly normal to feel that way when you’re spun into an activity such as networking. No it’s not just you, many of us feel the same as well! Thank God you’re not alone! However, to advance further in your career, this inevitable hell of a situation must somehow be used to
The process for landing new international air service at Mitchell International Airport began at one of Milwaukee’s ethnic festivals.
“Two years ago we sent a sales team to Mexican Fiesta,” said Miguel Aguiñiga, the manager of international markets for Volaris Airlines, during a telephone interview from his office in Mexico City.
“The team found out there are a lot of people of Mexican descent, as well as a lot of people in the area interested in traveling to Guadalajara or to Mexico. READ MOR
No news is good news … unless we're talking about Silicon Valley's delay in releasing their 2016 diversity statistics.
On December 6, the Wall Street Journal reported that companies including Twitter, Pinterest and Salesforce were delaying their diversity reports, despite the passing of almost 16 months since their last update. Google and Facebook's reports were released mid-summer, and showed that despite a lot of talk about "moving the needle" on diversity, equality and inclusion, not much ha
Getting your degree, writing and perfecting your resume, carefully crafting a cover letter tailored to the position you're applying for, practicing answering common interview questions - even dry cleaning your best suit: There are dozens of things to do when you're trying to find a new job or change careers, but nothing may be more important than developing a robust network of contacts in your target industry. READ MORE AT SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
Like the saying, "Today is the first day of the rest of your life," it's never a bad time to start moving your career in a better direction. Here are 10 New Year's resolutions that can help.
Pay attention in class
Treat every workday like a school day. Be sure you learn something and use it to make yourself more productive. It doesn't have to relate to your skills set. It may be as simple as understanding how to work with specific peers or improving your emotional intelligence. Take mental note
