According to the 2020 census, North Carolina’s Latino population grew by 40%, which was the most significant increase of any racial and ethnic group in the state.

“The Growing Influence of Latinos on the Charlotte Area” explores how this growth in the Latino population has reshaped North Carolina and the Charlotte region.

As part of Hispanic Heritage month, community representatives will discuss on Tuesday, October 11.

Confirmed panelists (subject to change):

• Rocio Gonzalez, executive director of the Women’s Business Center of Charlotte
• José Hernandez-Paris, executive director of the Latin American Coalition
• Federico Rios, assistant director of the Office of Equity, Mobility and Immigrant Integration for the city of Charlotte

Moderators:

• Mike Collins, host of “Charlotte Talks”
• Hilda Gurdian, publisher & CEO of La Noticia

This is an EQUALibrium Live event, hosted by “Charlotte Talks” and La Noticia.