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Sociedad Latina Creating the Next Generation of Latine Leaders Sociedad Latina works in partnership with Latine youth and families to create the next generation of Latine leaders who are confident competent selfsustaining and proud of their cultural heritage. Pathways to Success Through Pathways to Success we connect youth to multiyear intensive free yearround programming that uses culturally and linguistically responsive practices to capitalize on our young peoples strengths and assets such as bilingualism highaspirations resiliency and strong family and community ties. Our approach works in collaboration with families and a wide network of crosssector partnerships to build young peoples skills and knowledge in the following areas Education Supports youth and their families on their journey from middle school through high school and on to college with expertise in working with multilingual learners. Civic Engagement Elevates grassroots Latine leadership on issues affecting youth lives and opportunities such as education reform health disparities and community building.