e~;L!ltiiW tfatt!v Lflldtlrlt!j; CONFERENCE A~D-18 1 1&85 Contributors Special Recognition Pacific Bell Winston C. Doby, Vice Chancellor Mervyn's University of California, Los Angeles Juan Francisco Lara, Dean Office of the Chancellor Office of Academic Interinstitutional Programs California State University University of California, Los Angeles Bill Honig, Superintendent of Public Instruction Corporate Duncan Mcintosh Co. Inc. Delta Brands-Modesto TRW Employees General Telephone Chevron Stanford Public Service Pepsi-Cola 7 Eleven-Southland Corporation Program San Diego Gas and Electric Turlock Trophy Shop Keystone Press Los Cinquenta y Mas Friends of Assemblyman Gary Condit Rudy Garcia Jerome E. Leitner Frank Marquez Margaret Almada Stella Sandoval Chicano Correctional Workers Association Mark Guerra -Norco Chapter Theresa A. Speake Tony Amador Cinco de Mayo Organization Selso Vargas Committee-Modesto Darlene Ruiz Mujeres Latinas-Modesto Co-Sponsors American G.l. Forum La Raza Lawyers Association of California Association of Mexican American Educators League of United Latin American Citizens Cafe de California Mexican American Correctional Association Chicano Capitol Staff Mexican American Grocers' Association Chicano Correctional Workers' Association Mexican American Political Association California Association of Secondary Bilin National Hispanic University gual Educators RAZA Administrators and Counselors in California Association for Bilingual Educators Higher Education California Hispanic Affairs Council C.S.U.S. Student Affirmative Action Office California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce C.S.U.S. Bilingual Cross Cultural Office Council of Hispanic Appointees U.C.L.A. Office of Academic Interinstitu Latino Peace Officers Association tional Programs Special Thanks Brenda McChesney Gene Reyes Dr. Xavier A. Del Buono Pacific Bell A-K and Associates Deputy Superintendent Stella Shoa Don Johnson State Department of Education Mervyn's Chevron Dr. Rene Merino Teresa Ybarra Dr. William E. Vandament Cal State University, Sacramento Duncan Mcintosh Co. Inc. Office of the Chancellor Dr. Monte Perez Tom Garcia California State University Education Consultant General Telephone Dr. Robert Segura Cal State University, Fresno Message from the Chairman
CHICANO & LATINO YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
"TODAy ' S STUDENTS, TOMORROW 'S LEADERS"
HONORARY STEERING COMMITTEE P.O. Box 161566 • Sacramento, California 95816 • 1916) 448-2884
Governor August 3, 1985 George Deukmejian
Lt. Governor leo T McCanhy
Anomey General John Van Det Senate Pro Tempore David Aober11 Dear Class of "1985" Senate Minority leader J1mNI&Isen Assembty Speaker Flanning W1lhe l Brown, Jr On behalf of the Conference Committees, it is my distinct pleasure Auembly Minority l ..dar on your Patnck Nolan to convey my sincerest regards selection to participate in the 1985 Senator. Ruben S Ayala Chicano and Latino Youth Leadership Joseph Montoya Conference. An Torres Auembly Penons As in previous years, many long hours of R IChard Alatorre Charles Calderon volunteer time have gone into the development Paler A Chacon and implementation of this unique conference Glona Mohna 1985 and from past experience the program agenda should truly enhance your current skills and abilities to prepare you to take your place as futu r e leaders i n our community . Again we, the conference pl anning committee commend you on your selection and are looking forward towards another excit ing , productive conference as we know you mu s t be. ' Sincerely, ~~~ ROBERTO GRACIA 1984-85 Conference Coordinator CO·SPONSORS • AMERICAN G I FORUM • ASSOCIATION Of MEXICAN·AMERICAN EOUCA TOAS • CAFE DE CALIFORNIA • CHICANO CAPITOL STAFF • CHICANO CORRECTIONAL WORKERS AS SOCIA liON • CALIFORNIA ASSOCIA liON OF SECONDARY BiliNGUAL EDUCATORS • CALIFORNIA ASSOCIA liON FOR BILINGUAL EDUCATORS • CALIFORNIA HISPANIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL • CALIFORNIA HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COUNCIL OF HISPANIC APPOINTEES • LATINO PEACE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION • LA AAZA LAWYERS ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA • LEAGUE OF UNITED lATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS • MEXICAN AMERICAN CORRECTIONAL ASSOCIATION • MEXICAN AMERICAN GROCER'S ASSOCIATION • NATIONAL HISPANIC UNIVERSITY • MEXICAN AMERICAN POLITICAL ASSOCIATION • C SUS STUDENT AFFIRMATIVE ACTION OFFICE • C SUS BILINGUAL CROSS CULTURAL OFFICE • UCLA OFFICE OF ACADEMIC INTERINSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMS • AA.ZA ADMINISTRATORS AND COUNSELORS IN HIGHER EDUCATION • 1985 1 Message from the Senate Pro Tempore SACRAMENTO A DDRESS CHAIRMAN STATE CAPITOL SENATE RULES SACRAMENTO. CA 95814 ON SMALL 1916) 4-45- 8390 STATE SENATOR SELECT COMMirTEE BUSINESS ENTERPRISES OISTIIICT ADDIIESS 6671 SUNSET BOVLEV AAO. SUITE 1508 DAVID ROBERTI HOLLYWOOD_ CA 90028 ELECTIONS AND 12131 464-11 78 PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE REAPPORTlONMENT INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY atalifornia f!legislature JUDICIARY TWENTY-THIRD DISTRICT LOS ANGELES COUNTY August 1985 Dear Student of the Chicana/Latino Youth Leadership Conference: My colleagues in the California State Senate and I congrat ulate each of you upon your selection as a participant in the Fourth Annual Chicano and Latino Youth Leadership Con ference. In view of the number of highly qualified applicants from throughout the State, your selection provides testimony to your scholastic and personal accomplishments and to your potential for continued growth and development. The challenges you will face during the conference in ob taining a practical know ledge of our po litical and judi cial systems of government, an d in formulating your career and educational ambitions are formidable ones. You have the responsibility of sharing what you will learn in Sacramento with your community and ins pir ing other students to continue their education in order to exerc ise the right to vote when the time comes. Your vote is key in electing the candidate of your choice on a State or local level. I trust you will rise to meet the challenges that face you now and in the future. I offer my best and sincere wishes to your continued success. x~-;z,j,~· DAVID ROBERTI President Pro tern of the Senate 2 Message from the Speaker of the Assembly 0 SACRA'-'I ENTO OFFICE STATE CAPITOl. S..o!A.... E!•HO CAuF~NI.Io Sl5814 !9161.:1 4 5-8077 DISTRICT Of"FICE 5-40 VA,. NESS AYI:I'.UE 1\ss.emhlu SAN FR.\NOSCQ Co\t.FORr. DISTRICT OFFICE Qlal ifnrnia iiJ.egis latur.e 107 5ovTH 8RO.O.OWAY SUITE8009 Los ANGUE.S CA 90012 WILLIE LEWIS BROWN . .JR. S PEAKER OF THE A SSEMBLY August 3, 1985 Dear Conference Participants: On behalf of the members of the California Assembly, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the State Capitol and to the Fourth Annual Chicano and Latino Youth Leadership Conference. I am confident that your participation in the conference will provide a valuable learning experience and opportunity for Chicano and Latino students throughout the state. I trust that upon the conclusion of the conference you will apply the additional knowledge and skills you have acquired toward improving the quality of life in your respective communities. During your experience in Sacramento, I encourage you to take full advantage of the available programs, services and wide range of other opportunities. You are our leaders of tomorrow and I urge you to fully realize your potential. Sincerely, HLB:dwr 3 Message from the Chair of the Hispanic Democratic Caucus SACRA MENTO SENATORS S TATE CAPITOL 95814 RUBEN AYALA 445·1670 JOSEPH MONTOYA August 3, 1985 Dear Class of 85: As your elected representatives to the California State Legislature, we would like to congratulate you on your selection as participants in the Fourth Annual Chicano and Latino Youth Leadership Conference. During the coming week, you will be participating in an intensive and comprehensive educational program desigr.ed to familiarize you with various facets of state government and our judicial system, the availability of educational and career opportunities , and methods through which you will be able to develop and enhance your leadership skill~. We call your attention to the fact that the conference is intended to provide inspiration and guidance for your personal and professional growth. Experience ha s demonstrated, that the week is dependent upon your dedication and commitment to the pursuit of your educational and career goals. We, therefore, urge you to be attentive and responsive, to question and challenge, and to open yourselves to the opportunity to learns and share with others. We look forward to participating with you in this unique educational experience. Sincerely, MOLINA~ 56th District 4 Chicano/Latino Youth Leadership Conference of 1985 Conference Participants Rosa Cantu, Avenal Josephine Padilla, Los Angeles Lupe Torres, Riverside Teresa Carlos, Corcoran Lupe Paniagua, Los Angeles Gloria Carreon, San Bernardino Diana Rodriguez, Hanford Enrique Roman, Huntington Park Sylvia Cortez, Colton Bernardino Dina Figueroa, Whittier Elias Serna, Santa Monica Fabian Granados, San Roberto Rivera, West Covina Angelica Torres, Long Beach John Ramirez, Redlands Jose Antonio Zavala, Montebello Martin Zuniga, Los Angeles Tony Aguirre, San Diego Chris Gonzalez, Corona Monica Camacho, Fresno Maria Astorga, San Ysidro Rosa Serrato, Corona Christina Cavaros, Fresno Claudia Baeza, San Diego Eleazar Cabrillo, Stockton Jessica Delgadillo, Hollister Victor Payan, El Cajon Vista Elaine Casillas, Stockton Wenseslano Fonseca, Orange Cove Rosa Pinedo, Chula Sandra Hernandez, Stockton Carolyn Lopez, Coalinga Raul Delgado, Madison Travis AFB Ruben Magna, Salinas David Mendez, Fresno Jose Melendez, Martinez Marisela Martinez, Hollister Raul Perez, Fresno John Calderon, Maria Elena Moreno, Las Lomas Marisela Ramos, Fresno Midori Duarte, Hercules Hayward Alicia Vargas, Watsonville Emilia Torres, Fresno Hermilia Flores, Richmond Debbie Branse, Poway Cristina Armijo, Ontario Griselda Ledesma, City Maria Cortez, Oceanside Sergio Mora, Ontario Ana Molina, Union Oakland Silvia Garcia, Vista Melinda Rodriguez, Alta Lama Javier Padilla, Berkeley Maria Talamantes, Fallbrook Benjamin Vasquez, Upland Alejandro Tamayo, Sacramento Rose Payan, Manteca Teresa Alvarez, Pacoima Eric Berumen, Corona, Sacramento Arturo Villasenor, Tracy Rita Hernandez, Pacoima Rebecca Ortega, Orangevale Oliver Castilleja, Shafter Marcella Landavazo, Carson Anthony Sacramento Socorro Chavez, Tehachapi Maria Lopez, Wilmington Rosa Quintero, Agrinaja, Gilroy Rosemary Rodriguez, McFarland Alfredo Macias, Torrance Veronica San Jose Vicky Rodriguez, McFarland Tammy Martinez, Wilmington Lori Arellano, Canul, San Jose Maria Soto, Shafter Grace Troncoso, Burbank Michael Gonzales, Sunnyvale Jose Campos, Diamond Bar Graciela Vargas, Panorama Andres Padilla, San Jose Yolanda Haro, Duarte Jose Luis Alvarado, Jr., Orosi Rafael Rascon, Gilroy Saul Macias, Pomona John Gomez, Visalia Ramona Covarubias, Imperial Edith Robles, Pomona John Moreno, Visalia Ana Hector Macias, Brawley Olga Geron, Gardena Patricia Soria, Tulare E. Garcia, Calexico Debra Flores, Los Angeles Lazaro Figueroa, Blythe Hortencia Celina Hernandez, Westley Gerard Orozoco, Los Angeles Carmen Gonzalez, Indio Rafael Soria, Livingston Consuelo Preciado, Los Angeles Enrique Martinez, Coachella Cynthia Vargas, Riverbank Sarah Alvarado, Los Angeles Alex Franco, Burlingame Ana Gil, San Francisco Graciela Santos, San Francisco Benicio Suarez, San Bruno Anthony Zendan, San Francisco Adelita Aguilar, Riverside Robert Alfaro, Riverside Lisa Macias, Riverside 5 Staff Facilitators Fernando Esperanza, Imperial Co. Raul Loya, Indio Servita Loya, Indio Laura Gomez, San Bernardino Richard Diaz, Pomona Cristina Castro Vanderbeck, Ontario Dennis Lopez, Orange Co. Roberto Nava, Orange Co. Frances Ramirez, San Luis Obispo Danielle Lopez, Fresno Frank Ohnesorgen, San Diego Modesta Garcia, Santa Clara Arturo Vasquez, Healdsburg Dolores Jacquez McClellan, Oakland Humberto Garcia, Sacramento Linda Facio, Sacramento Peer Counselors Rafael Pinedo, Chula Vista Nancy Romero, San Diego Marcos Gonzales, Alhambra Guadalupe Koehler, Los Angeles Johnny Perez, Oxnard Sandra Calderon, Sanger Bernadette Rodriguez, Hanford Judy Rodriguez, Walnut Creek Cristina Gutierrez, Coalinga Mike Torres, Concord Hector Perez Pacheco, Pittsburg Micaela Moreno, Wilmington 6 Orientation Saturday Theme: "Getting Acquainted." August 3 Moderator: Manuel Ruedas Students expected to arrive at approximately 5:00 p.m. All evening activities will take place at the dormitories of the California State University in Sacramento (CSUS), and swimming pool area. I. Barbecue dinner and welcoming remarks from conference chair. II. Orientation of conference activities. 1. Review conference goals and objectives. 2. Completion of conference pre-questionnaire. 3. Announcement of student election procedures. Ill. Social/getting acquainted hour. Volleyball and swimming. Sunday Theme: "Developing Our Cultural August 4 Self-Awareness." Moderator: Manuel Ruedas Emphasis will be on the history of the Chicano Movement and el teatro. 7:00-8:00 Breakfast Dining Commons Welcome to CSUS by Dr. Robert Bess, Vice President of Operations and Finance 8:00-9:00 Tour of Campus 9:00-10:00 Religious Service Dining Commons Bishop Alfonso Gallegos, Sacramento Diocese (students will have option to attend other activities) 1 0:00-1 2:00 Volleyball Swimming Pool Area 12:00-1:00 Lunch Dining Commons 1:00-1:30 "How Teatro Can Help Your Community." Playwright Theatre Loretta Redoble, Artistic Performer 7 1:30-3:00 "The Story of the Chicano in California." Slide Show by Dr. Cecelia Playwright Theatre Orozco, California State University at Fresno 3:00-4:00 Small Groups Science Building Rooms* 4:00-5:00 Practice skits in individual groups. 5:00-6:00 Dinner Dining Commons 6:00-8:00 Presentation of the Movie "EI Norte" Playwright Theatre 8:00-9:00 Small Groups Campus Dorms 9:00-10:00 Overview Campus Dorms *Science Building Rooms: 102, 122, 128, 142, 452, 248, 325, 443, 450, 456 Monday Theme: "Somos El Mundo." August 5 Moderator: Alina A. Sala Ethnic awareness and the importance of maintaining our cultural identity. 7:00-8:00 Breakfast Dining Commons 8:00-9:00 "Maintaining Our Identity." Playwright Theatre Professor Jose Montoya, California State University at Sacramento 9:00-10:00 Small Groups Social Science Building* 1 0:00-11 :00 "Defining Leadership." Playwright Theatre Sonia Melara, President, Hispanic Yellow Pages 11 :00-1 2:00 Small Groups Social Science Building 12:00-1:00 Lunch Dining Commons Keynote Speaker: Margaret Alamada, Director, Commission on the Status of Women *Social Science Building Rooms: 122, 138, 144, 147, 148, 153, 204, 205, 218, 224,212, 227 8 1:00-1:30 Presentation of film documenting the life of Don Pedro, "The Playwright Theatre Ballad of the Unsung Hero." 1:30-2:00 Discussion Playwright Theatre 2:00-4:00 Presentation of the movie "Running Brave" Playwright Theatre 4:00-5:00 Free time 5:00-6:00 Dinner Dining Commons 6:00-7:00 Practice skits in individual groups. Playwright Theatre 7:00-9:00 Skit performances (to be videotaped and filmed for student Playwright Theatre viewing during a subsequent meal) 9:00-10:00 Overview Campus Dorms Tuesday Theme: "Developing Leadership Skills: August 6 A Message for Success." Moderator: Alina A. Sala 7:00-8:00 Breakfast Dining Commons 8:00-9:00 "The Art of Communications: A Workshop on Public Speaking." Playwright Theatre Rigo Chacon, KGO-TV Channel 7, South Bay Bureau Chief (tentative) 9:00-10:00 "How to Run an Effective Meeting: A Workshop on Parliamentary Playwright Theatre Procedures." Beatriz Molina, Nat'I-State MAPA Organizer 1 0:00-11 :00 Small Groups Social Science Building 11 :00-1 2:00 Introduction of Campaign Development Workshop Hispanic Democratic Club, Ellie Peck and Rick Rodriguez. 12:00-1:00 Lunch Dining Commons 1:00-2:30 Phase !-Campaign Skills Development Workshop Social Science Building 9 2:30-3:00 Break 3:00-5:00 Phase 11-Campaign Skills Development Workshop. 5:00-6:00 Dinner Dining Commons 6:00-7:00 Announcement of Student Leadership Election Guidelines. Playwright Theatre 7:00-9:00 "Computer Seminar: An Hispanic Perspective." Campus Dorms CAFE de California Computer Project. Moderators: Ana Olivarez and Jorge Santiago 9:00-10:00 Overview Campus Dorms Wednesday Theme: "An Overview of State Government." August 7 Moderator: Cynthia A. Chavez Together with students participating in the Annual State Migrant Student Leadership Conference, students will travel to the State Capitol to conduct a mock legislative committee hearing. Also, students will hear from individuals representing the legislative, executive and judicial branches of state government. 7:00-8:00 Breakfast Dining Commons 8:00-8:30 Travel to Capitol 8:30-9:30 Get Acquainted Session Room 4203 9:30-10:30 "Understanding the Legislative Process." State Capitol Cynthia Chavez, Legislative Staff Room 4203 Henry Contreras, Legislative Counsel Richard Figueroa, Legislative Analyst Martha Diaz, Legislative Committee Consultant Melinda Melendez, Lobbyist 1 0:30-11 :30 Tour of Capitol Rotunda, First Floor Capitol Tour Guides 11 :30-1 2:00 Break 12:00-1:00 Brown Bag Lunch with Chicano Capitol Staff State Capitol Park, Southeast Corner 1:15-2:15 "Understanding the Judicial Branch." Room 4203 The Honorable Nicholas C. Petris, State Senator and Attorney-at Law 10 2:15-3:15 "Understanding the Executive Branch." Room 4203 Cathy Calderon, Assistant Secretary, California Business Transportation & Housing Agency 3:15-4:30 Students will conduct a mock legislative committee hearing. Room 4203 4:30-6:00 Dinner EDD Cafeteria Keynote Speaker: Billy Mills, Olympic Gold Medalist 722 Capitol Mall 6:00-7:30 Community/ Legislative Reception Yolo Room Keynote Speaker: Gaddi H. Vasquez, Hispanic Liasion Sacramento Office of the Governor Convention Center Special Presentation by Juan Francisco Lara, Dean University of California, Los Angeles 7:30-9:00 Entertainment Crest Theatre Alma Martinez K Street Mall Co-Star Zoot Suit 9:00-9:30 Return to Campus Thursday Theme: "Resolutions: Issues that Affect Us." August 8 Moderator: Richard Figueroa Today's activities will focus on major issues aHecting the Chicano and instruct on how to develop resolutions. 7:00-8:00 Breakfast Dining Commons 8:00-10:00 "An Exercise in Career Planning and Image Development." Playwright Theatre Christina Cervantes, Training Consultant, Dee DePina & Associates 1 0:00-11 :00 Small Groups Social Science Building 11 :00-1 2:00 Free Time 12:00-1:00 Lunch Dining Commons 1:00-2:00 "Identifying How to Develop Resolutions." Playwright Theatre Rey Garay, Dean, Trade and Technical College of Los Angeles 2:00-4:00 Development of Resolutions 4:00-5:00 Volleyball Outdoors 11 5:00-6:00 Dinner Dining Commons Keynote Speaker: the Honorable Cruz Reynoso, State Supreme Court Justice 6:00-9:00 Delivery of Campaign Speeches. Playwright Theatre Coordinator, Bill Chavez, Hispanic Democratic Club President 9:00-10:00 Overview Campus Dorms Friday Theme: "EI Futuro." August 9 Moderator: Richard Figueroa Emphasis will focus on exploring career possibilities of the future while also identifying new technologies, changing trends, population growth, and the changing evolution of the family. 7:00-8:00 Breakfast Dining Commons 8:00-9:00 "Our Changing World and the Growing Population of Chicanos/ Playwright Theatre Latinos in the Southwest." Dr. David Bautista-Hayes, Professor, University of California at Berkeley 9:00-10:30 Panel Discussion: "Career Opportunities in the Public and Playwright Theatre Private Sectors." Representatives from: Business-Hector Frietze, CPA Medicine-Carmen Rita Nevarez, M.D. Law-Herman Sillas, Attorney-at-Law Education-Susana Navarro, Ph.D. Math & Science-Toby Montez, Dean 1 0:30-11 :30 Career Interest Group Discussions Social Science Building 11 :30-1 2:00 Small Groups 12:00-1:00 Lunch Dining Commons 1:00-2:00 "Getting Into College: An Overview of California's College Playwright Theatre System." (A panel discussion of representatives from all higher educational segments. Rosa G. Perez, Community Colleges Vivian Franco, California State Universities Dr. Jose L. Galvan, Universities of California Modesta Garcia, Private Universities 12 2:00-5:00 College Information Fair Main Quad Coordinated by Dr. Isabel Hernandez-Serna, Director of Student Outdoors Affirmative Action, CSUS 5:00-6:00 Prepare for Banquet 6:00-6:30 Travel to Banquet 6:30-12:30 Dinner, Program and Dance. Woodlake Inn Saturday Conference Wrap-up. Au.gust 10 Moderator: Manuel Ruedas 8:00-9:00 Students prepare to return home 9:00-10:00 Eva Iuations/ post -questionnaires 1 0:00-11 :00 Brunch 11 :00-1 2:00 Farewell and Board Bus Conference Adjourns. 13 +.!t• Conference Planning Committees State Coordinating Committee Chairpersons and Regional Coordinators Conference Coordinator Housing I Facilitators Roberto Gracia Manuel Ruedas Administrative Assistant Treasurer Margaret Ortega Sandi Ruedas Program Activities Coordinator· Fund Raising Diane Cordero de Noriega, Ph.D. Maria Lemus Fiscal Activities Coordinator Banquet Maria Vasquez de Chairez Margaret Escajeda Applications Legislative Liaison Jose Michel Bill Chavez Transportation Program Agenda & Publication Carlos Noriega Cynthia Chavez Publicity I Public Relations Northern Region Coordinator Juan Yniguez Lisa Lemus Evaluations Southern Region Coordinator Maria L. Alaniz Lupe de Ia Cruz State Coordinating Committee Members and Volunteers Ana Fuentes Connie Delgado Diane Fuentes-Michel Jorge Santiago Maria Camacho George Hernandez Martha Montecon Stephanie Lieberman Helen Hernandez Jose Chavez Isabel Hernandez-Serna Ricardo Garcia Mary Lou Rivera Alina Sala Alan Clayton Alicia Villareal Margaret Contreras Richard Figueroa Alicia Flores Alexander Gomez Arturo Montecon Andres Gonzalez Sonia Largaespada Mike Garet Tim Quintero Valentin Perez Bea Molina Roberto Paez 14 Area Committee Coordinators Dr. Julio R. Garcia Juan Yniguez San Diego So. Co. San Francisco AI Mendoza Martha Mantecon San Diego No. Co. Sacramento Joe Baca Ruben Rosales San Bernardino Stockton Roger Granados Nancy Leon Ontario Coastal Connie Aguilar Betty Benzor Pomona Riverside Lupe de Ia Cruz Richard Soto Los Angeles Co. Tracy Harold Porras Arturo Flores Modesto Kings Co. Lisa Lemus Frank Montoya Oakland/East Bay Corona Vivian Gomez Miguel Ruiz Santa Clara/San Jose San Luis Obispo Tom Calderon Dennis Lopez San Gabriel Valley Orange Co. Joe Santana Vincente Calderon Wilmington Visalia David Gonzales Fernando Esperanza San Fernando Imperial Co. Tom Adame Raul Loya Bakersfield Indio Dee Mungia Fresno 15 + Notes 16 ~21 The Fourth Annual Chicano and Latino Youth Leadership Conference is sponsored by: The Fourth Annual Chieano and Latino Youth LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE • AMERICAN G.l. FORUM • ASSOCIATION OF MEXICAN AMERICAN EDUCATORS • CAFE DE CALIFORNIA • CHICANO CAPITOL STAFF • CHICANO CORRECTIONAL WORKERS ASSOCIATION • CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY BILINGUAL EDUCATORS • CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR BILINGUAL EDUCATORS • CALIFORNIA HISPANIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL • CALIFORNIA HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • COUNCIL OF HISPANIC APPOINTEES • LATINO PEACE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION • LA RAZA LAWYERS ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA • LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS • MEXICAN AMERICAN CORRECTIONAL ASSOCIATION • MEXICAN AMERICAN GROCER'S ASSOCIATION • NATIONAL HISPANIC UNI VERSITY • MEXICAN AMERICAN POLITICAL ASSOCIATION • C.S.U .S. STUDENT AFFIRMATIVE ACTION OFFICE • C.S.U.S. BILINGUAL CROSS CULTURAL OFFICE • U.C.L.A. OFFICE OF ACADEMIC INTERINSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMS • RAZA ADMINISTRATORS AND COUNSELORS IN HIGHER EDUCATION For additional information or contributions write or call: Chicano And Latino Youth August 3-10, 1985 Leadership Conference Saeramento, California P.O. Box 161566 Sacramento, California 95816 (916) 448-9016 or 448-2884 THE TRADITION CONTINUES THE 1985 CONFERENCE A COMMUNITY COMMITMENT To this end, during the weeklong conference, A unique feature of the Conference involves the Inspired by the successes of the first three selected students will participate in: (1) on-site selfless contributions of community professionals Chicano and Youth Leadership Conferences in observation of the California State Legislature; (2) from various civic organizations and governmen 1982, 1983 and 1984, a fourth conference will be seminars offered by Hispanic-elected representa tal offices serving on the planning committee in held this year in Sacramento on August 3-10. tives, appointed officials and community leaders; a voluntary capacity. (3) mock legislative activities; and (4) seminars on college and career opportunities with an em Since the conference is a non-profit enterprise, Guided by the theme, "Today's Students, phasis on the sciences and computer technology. community co ·1tributions and corporate sponsor Tomorrow's Leaders," The Chicano and Latino Expenses for the participant's transportation, food ship are also essential to its success. Indeed, with Youth Leadership Conference emphasizes the and conference materials, and lodging at Cali the combined· generosity of community profes three "C's to Success: Confidence, College and fornia State University, Sacramento will be paid sions, organizations, and corporate entities, the Career." In keeping with the theme, the overall through community contributions and corporate "Fourth Chicano and Latino Youth Leadership goal is to identity students with leadership sponsorship. Conference" promises to benefit from and ex potential and to provide them with an opportunity pand upon earlier successes. to develop and learn new leadership skills. STUDENT PARTICIPATION Students are selected based upon letters of recommendation, grades, the applicant's leadership potential and his/her level of motivation. Applicants must be in either the 1Oth or 11th grade of high school. Edward James Olmos