LAS VEGAS — The Nevada Hispanic Legislative Caucus is building a coalition of community organizers, medical professionals, and strategic leaders to work together and share critical information from the local, state, and federal government.
Edgar Flores, Chair of the Nevada Hispanic Legislative Caucus, said, “Our community is powerful, resourceful and resilient. We will make sure our community is well informed about COVID-19 and the changing landscape. I have asked Assemblywoman Torres to lead these efforts and I have full confidence that we’ve assembled the right team for the job. We are transforming our AyudaNevada.com website to a resource center to provide information regarding education, food pantry, essential businesses, and more.”
“We must act now. Families are losing their jobs and need reassurance. We will pull through together. Immigrant and migrant communities are looking for guidance. I look forward to working for the people of the state of Nevada.” said Selena Torres, Assemblywoman.
This COVID-19 Task Force will provide expert analysis and recommendations so that we can better inform our community. The NHLC COVID-19 Task Force is made up of the following members:
Committee Board
Chair Selena Torres Assembly District 3 Nevada Legislature
Vice-Chair Cecia Alvarado Director Mi Familia Vota
Mayor Daniel Corona Mayor West Wendover
Dr. Partida Corona Medical Doctor Partida Corona Medical Center
Guy Girardin Boardmember Puente
Raquel Cruz-Juarez Director Of Public Affairs Planned Parenthood
Erika Castro Organizing Manager Progressive Leadership Alliance of NV
Jose Rosas Leader Puebla/Federaciones
Sylvia Lazos Law Professor UNLV Boyd School Law
Frank Perez Boardmember Community Health Alliance
Committee Staff
Gil T Lopez Director/Communications
Alex Diaz Assistant Manager
Paloma Guerrero Legal Analyst
