Hispanic Heritage Month Poster Winners
Ms. Eliana De León, Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Environmental Protection Agency
Ms. Eliana De León, Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Environmental Protection Agency
Ms. Eliana De León, Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Environmental Protection Agency
Ms. Eliana De León
“The 2021 Hispanic Heritage Month theme invites us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage and to reflect on how great our tomorrow can be if we hold onto our resilience and hope. It also encourages us to reflect on all the contributions Hispanics have made in the past and will continue to make in the future.
By being resilient and holding on to hope, our Hispanic ancestors were successful in achieving their goals and bringing major contributions to our nation. In the poster, the year 2021 is the boundary that leaves behind the challenges that Hispanics had to face – PAST – and also builds on their successes for new generations to continue being resilient and look with optimism towards the – FUTURE –. The larger size of those who came before us (figures in the bottom section of the poster) symbolizes their legacy and our admiration for them. From our very own ancestors, to artists, doctors, authors, teachers, and engineers, among many others, these Hispanic heroes are all looking out towards the future within the poster, in hopes of a better tomorrow. They are a constant reminder that no matter what obstacles we face, we must always keep our eyes on the horizon to keep moving forward, just as they did. The top section of the poster (FUTURE), represents an ascending path to signify the effort needed to fuel our resilience. Though our path may be very different than those that came before us, and though it will not be one straight line, we can overcome anything by holding on to hope (Esperanza). The year 2021 in particular, faces the unique challenge of overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic together, even while at a distance. Through times of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, we are all stronger together.”
Ms. Adriana Castillo, Human Rights Activist and Child Developmental Specialist
Ms. Eliana De León, Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Environmental Protection Agency
Ms. Eliana De León, Hispanic Employment Program Manager at the Environmental Protection Agency
Ms. Adroma Castillo:
“Humanity is going through very painful moments caused by the pandemic, but we must remember that after the storm comes the calm. In this portrait, we can appreciate a hand that raises the flags of Hispanics together with people of different ethnicities looking towards a majestic rainbow that represents Hope. “Esperanza!” The thing that characterizes us as Hispanics is that no matter what storms we go through, we always look up and know that life will be dressed in colors like a shiny rainbow in the sky. “The infinity ribbon design was inspired by the theme, Hispanics: Be Proud of Your Past and Embrace the Future. The greatness of America can be measured by the collective contributions of its citizens past and present, and our future will be measured by our ability to uphold and instill unto others our most valuable assets: our shared culture, history, knowledge, and sense of community. As Hispanics, taking pride in the accomplishments and achievements of our mentors and our ancestors brings into focus the endless possibilities available to us today and boosts our capacity for embracing the future. This is our infinite cycle.”
Below is the Spanish language version of Ms. Castillo’s message:
“La humanidad está atravesando por momentos muy dolorosos causados por la pandemia, pero hay que recordar que siempre después de la tempestad, viene la calma. En este afiche podemos apreciar una mano que eleva las banderas de los hispanos junto con personas de diferentes etnias mirando hacia un majestuoso Arco Iris que representa. “La Esperanza!” Algo que nos caracteriza a nosotros los hispanos es que sin importar las tormentas que atravesamos en nuestras vidas siempre miramos hacia arriba y tenemos la confianza que pronto la vida volverá a vestirnos de colores como aquel Arco Iris que brilla en el Cielo.”
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Hispanic Heritage Month Theme
Hispanic Heritage Month Theme
The National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers (NCHEPM) is a body consisting of an executive membership from multiple Federal Agencies and other organizations from across the United States. Most of our members have been appointed as their agency’s designee responsible for building relationships between Federal agencies and the Hispanic community.
Hispanic Heritage Month Theme
Hispanic Heritage Month Theme
Hispanic Heritage Month Theme
Each year, the NCHEPM membership selects the annual Hispanic Heritage Month theme, which is used nationwide by government agencies, non-profits and other organizations. Some of have been highlighted in Presidential Proclamations released by the White House. Want to become a part of history? Submit your theme now!
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Hispanic Heritage Month Theme
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The National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers (NCHEPM) is an organization of Special Emphasis Program Managers (SEPM) and partners from private companies and federal agencies, which provides training opportunities for our members. We provide tools to help develop and sustain a Model EEO SEPM Program, promote Diversity & In
The National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers (NCHEPM) is an organization of Special Emphasis Program Managers (SEPM) and partners from private companies and federal agencies, which provides training opportunities for our members. We provide tools to help develop and sustain a Model EEO SEPM Program, promote Diversity & Inclusive, as well as, implement initiatives that yield higher retention of employees. We are a resourceful network and share best practices that bring results driven programs.