Latinx in Public Policy

LiPP exists to provide a space for graduate Latinx students at The Goldman School of Public Policy (GSPP) to gather and foster creative dialogues addressing policy issues and concerns affecting Latinx communities and Latinx students at GSPP Latinx in Public Policy is a community of Goldman School of Public Policy students gathered to foster creative dialogue regarding policy issues impacting Latinx students and communities, including DEI, labor, immigration, poverty and social inequality, international relations, environmental justice, education, and health. On and off campus, LiPP leaders emphasize how important it is to have Latinx policymakers at the table. Latinx policymakers often uniquely have lived experiences or closely understand the issues affecting Latinx individuals in a way that would inform culturally appropriate policy solutions. Latinx policymakers may have foresight on why policies may not have the intended effects or what aspects of the implementation plan will be necessary to ensure success for Latinx individuals. They also often have the cultural competency to directly work with Latinx communities, many of which are predominantly Spanish speaking, to build trust and conduct community-based research. Additionally, “diversity” and “inclusion” have become buzzwords that too often tokenize communities of color because no substantive thought is given to ensuring diverse voices are heard and supported. By having more Latinx policymakers at the table, LiPP hopes there is intentionality in truly uplifting the needs of Latinx individuals and communities.