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Latine Inspiring Transformation

Members of Encuentros including Pitzer Students, Day laborers from the PEOC and Faculty

Latine Inspiring Transformation (LIT) is a new Racial Justice Program designed to empower local Latine communities and organizations working within the community through dialogue and collaboration. LIT builds upon foundational work of Encuentros, a program started over 15 years ago by Professor Emeritus Jose Calderon in partnership with the day laborers (jornaleros) from the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center (PEOC), Pitzer students, and the Community Engagement Center. 

 

Program Information

Misa Jornalera FA24 (5X7)
Misa Jornalera Food Drive List | Canned + Non Perishable + Personal Items
CANNED ITEMS:
  • CANNED VEGETABLES (CORN, CARROTS, GREEN BEANS, ETC)
  • CANNED FRUIT
  • CANNED MEATS + FISH + CHICKEN
  • CANNED SOUPS + STEW
  • CANNED BEANS (BLACK BEANS, PINTO BEANS, GARBANZO BEANS, ETC)
  • PEANUT BUTTER
  • BROTH + STOCKS
  • CANNED SAUCES (CHIPTOLE, TOMATO)
NON PERISHABLE ITEMS
  • PASTA
  • BULLION
  • GRAINS (OATMEAL, QUINOA)
  • RICE
  • BEANS
  • CEREAL
  • FLOUR
  • MASA
  • LENTILS
PERSONAL ITEMS:
  • TOOTH PASTE + BRUSHES
  • BODY SOAP
  • SHAMPOO + CONDITIONER
  • DIAPERS
  • WIPES
  • FORMULA
  • ETC.
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Encuentros Fall Schedule (10/4, 10/18, 11/1, 11/15, 12/6)

Encuentros is a biweekly lunch meeting between day laborers (jornaleros) from the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center (PEOC), Pitzer/Claremont College students, faculty and CEC staff members.

 

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Partnerships with the PEOC

The CEC has a long standing relationship with working with members of the PEOC and providing support for the men and women working through the center. The CEC, students and faculty have provided the following over the years:

  • ESL (English as a Second Language) classes
  • Computer classes
  • Annual Food Drive
  • Fernando Pedraza Memorial support
Next:

Whether you are looking for engagement opportunities for your class or on your own. We've compiled a list of volunteer opportunities requested by our community partners. If you are interested in working with any of those listed, please reach out to the contact provided. 

Get Involved

Latine Inspiring Transformation Program Support

photo of Jack Contreras
Jack Contreras
  • Office Manager for Community Engagement

(909) 607-8183

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Jessica Chairez
  • Assistant Director of Community Engagement

(909) 607-8183

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