Empowering Latino

Voices Since 1960

We are a grassroots political organization committed to civic

education, community empowerment, and equitable representation

for Mexican American and Latino communities across the U.S.

Empowering Latino

Voices Since 1960

We are a grassroots political organization committed to civic education, community empowerment, and equitable representation for Mexican American and Latino communities across the U.S.

Our Mission

MAPA is dedicated to increasing Latino political representation, advocating for civil rights, and building grassroots community power through education, organizing, and action.

Our Mission

MAPA is dedicated to increasing Latino political representation, advocating for civil rights, and building grassroots community power through education, organizing, and action.

Our History

Founded in 1960 following the Viva Kennedy campaign, MAPA emerged to mobilize Mexican American voters and promote Latino candidates. From labor rights to bilingual education and immigration reform, MAPA has been a pivotal force in U.S. Latino political advocacy.

Our History

Founded in 1960 following the Viva Kennedy campaign, MAPA emerged to mobilize Mexican American voters and promote Latino candidates. From labor rights to bilingual education and immigration reform, MAPA has been a pivotal force in U.S. Latino political advocacy.

Civic Engagement & Advocacy

Civic Engagement

& Advocacy

Voter Registration Drives

We organize and promote voter registration drives to ensure Latino voices are heard at the ballot box, strengthening civic participation and representation.

Civic Education Initiatives

We empower our community through civic education, providing the knowledge and tools needed to actively engage in democracy.

Policy Advocacy and Representation

We champion policies that address systemic inequalities and advocate for Latino representation at every level of government.

Voter Registration Drives

We organize and promote voter registration drives to ensure Latino voices are heard at the ballot box, strengthening civic participation and representation.

Civic Education Initiatives

We empower our community through civic education, providing the knowledge and tools needed to actively engage in democracy.

Policy Advocacy and Representation

We champion policies that address systemic inequalities and advocate for Latino representation at every level of government.

Meet the SFV

MAPA Board

Get to know the people behind the movement.
Each of our board members brings heart, purpose, and dedication to the work we do at SFV-MAPA. Here’s who’s leading the way: