Any program is more effective if it’s tailored to the community. Over 60% of Black Latin Americans in the U.S. are naturalized citizens who speak several languages and contribute significantly to the economy. Most of them migrated from Central America and more than half live in NY, FL, CA, MA, and NJ.

AfroMexicans were finally recognized by the government of Mexico in the 2020 census. As Malcom X said, goodwill comes through education rather than just legislation, I’m grateful for the opportunity to tell our story by joining Univision’s team and these leaders of the new AfroLatinx movement.