LCLAA Welcomes New Leadership with the Election of the National Executive Board
San Juan, Puerto Rico - The Labor Council of Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) welcomes its newly elected Executive Board Members, Executive Board Officers, and leadership. Amidst an atmosphere of unity and excitement, LCLAA held its National Executive Board Elections on August 5th. Delegates from a variety of backgrounds, industries, and unions came together to cast their votes for the future leadership of our organization.
The newly elected board members bring with them a wealth of experience and a passion for advancing the rights and well-being of Latino/a workers. Their expertise spans various fields, including advocacy, legal representation, community organizing, and education, ensuring a well-rounded and dynamic leadership team committed to achieving the organization's mission and objectives.
Furthermore, LCLAA proudly welcomes its newly elected President, Evelyn DeJesus, as a historic milestone in the organization's journey. Evelyn becomes the first Puertorriquena and second Latina to hold this esteemed position, exemplifying the organization's commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and gender equity within its ranks. Her exceptional leadership and dedication to empowering Latino/a workers have already made a profound impact on the community, and her election marks a turning point in the pursuit of social justice for all Latinos/as.
LCLAA is dedicated to advocating for fair labor practices, promoting workers' rights, and fostering a supportive community for Latinos/as and their families. The new board under the leadership of President Evelyn DeJesus (AFT), Executive Vice President Xochitl Cobarruvias (USW), and Secretary-Treasurer Sergio Rascon (LiUNA), are poised to steer the organization to greater heights, building upon the accomplishments of previous leadership and empowering the Latino workforce to thrive in an ever-changing world.
The names of our newly elected leadership are as follows:
National Executive Officers
National President
Evelyn DeJesus, AFT
Executive Vice President
Xochitl Cobarruvias, USW
Secretary Treasurer
Sergio Rascon, LiUNA
National Vice Presidents
Gary Allen, IAM
Victor Bonilla, AFT
Robert Martinez, IAM
Johnny Rodriguez, UFCW
Jorge Rodriguez, UAW
Luciano Padilla, BAC
National Executive Board Members
Gisela Alvarez, TWU
Benjamin Borges, AFSCME
Vanessa Caballero, AFSCME
Noel Candelaria, NEA
Laura Castillo, NEA
Raymond Carlos Carrillo, UMWA
Dora Cervantes, IAM
Kathy Chavez, AFT
Oscar de la Torre, LIUNA
Angel Del Rivero, IUOE
Juan Fernandez, AFSCME
Mark Gallegos, UA
Sabrina Hernandez, IBEW
Rocio Inclan, NEA
Desiree Lopez, UAW
Jose Lopez, IUPAT
Gabriel Medina, APWU
Jose Melara, UAW
Cesar Moreno Perez, AFT
Jose Luis Pavon, SEIU
Rosalba Perez, UFCW
Juan Ramirez, AFT
Jessica Rios Viner, USW
Ismael Rivera, ATU
Victor Rivera, SEIU
Martin Rosas, UFCW
Monica Lee Silbas, IAM
Valerie Soto, UAW
Jose Torres Cruz, TWU
Lupe Valles, OPEIU
Sonia Vasquez-Luna, LIUNA
Esteban Vera, LIUNA
Regional Representatives
Carlos Pelayo, Western Region
Francisco Martinez, Central Region
Anthony Garcia, Eastern Region
Vacant, Mountain Region
