Across Arizona and other parts of the country, working families are feeling the strain of an economy that is not delivering. This fact sheet details how, despite the challenges they […]
June 22, 2026
ArizonaEconomic Agenda for Prosperity
Latinos are a vital part of the U.S. economy
Our policies will help Latinos achieve equity.
Latinos have experienced disproportionate harm to both their lives and livelihoods as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has worsened preexisting disparities in income and wealth.
We build solutions to decrease income inequality, advocate for better access to affordable homeownership, and promote policies to lift more Latinos out of poverty.
We firmly believe that when we open doors for more people to participate in our economy, we can all do better.
UnidosUS Counseling Connection
Since 2012, UnidosUS Counseling Connection has provided high-quality housing counseling services – both over the phone and online. We combine in-person and phone-based approaches to support individuals and meet their housing needs at no cost. Each of our certified housing counselors has the knowledge and expertise to address your concerns and fears.
Building assets
We advocate for increased access to tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit, including expanding access to all children, regardless of immigration status, as a way to reduce poverty.
Increasing access to homeownership
We lead the largest network of community-based nonprofit organizations dedicated to creating new Latino homeowners, and advocate for policies that allow more Latinos to afford to buy a home.
Developing the Latino workforce
Our workforce development programs strengthen communities by increasing pathways for Latino workers to improve their educations and skills, connecting youth with meaningful employment, and expanding opportunities for bilingual workers. We also promote robust workforce policies to ensure an equal footing for all workers.
Paid Sick Leave for Economic Security
Too many Latinos are forced to choose between their jobs and their health. Paid sick days legislation would help millions of working people, including Latinos.
Play video in lightboxTake a deeper dive into Latinos’ economic impact
Latina Wealth: How Investments We Make Today Can Begin Closing the Gap
A discussion delving into the Latina Wealth Gap by exploring new data on the pandemic’s impact on Latina wealth, taking a look at the systemic barriers to building wealth that have long impacted Latinas, and discussing recommendations on how to move forward with addressing the gap and supporting Latinas in wealth-building.
Play video in lightboxWhat’s at Stake for California’s Latinx College Students and Borrowers After COVID-19?
Latino college students in California are disproportionately first-generation and low-income. About 50 percent of community college students in the state experienced food insecurity before the pandemic; 60 percent faced housing insecurity. And, Latino students are more likely to face financial barriers when it comes to completing higher education.
Play video in lightboxExplore our research and reports on Latinos and the economy
This report traces how policy decisions throughout U.S. history across immigration, housing, labor, public benefits and education created a multigenerational wealth gap that continues to limit Latino economic mobility and […]
April 14, 2026
EducationHomeownershipimmigration policylatino historyand 4 more tags
Explore UnidosUS letters to Congress outlining FY2027 appropriations priorities across economic opportunity, education and workforce, housing, and immigration. Together, these priorities reflect a forward-looking agenda to expand opportunity, protect civil […]
April 8, 2026
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Updating America’s Financial Privacy Framework for the 21st Century Written testimony presented at “Updating America’s Financial Privacy Framework for the 21st Century” Submitted to Committee on Financial Services Author: Laura […]
March 17, 2026
Artificial Intelligenceconsumer financial privacyGramm-Leach-Bliley Actimmigration enforcement
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