Documenting Latino contributions to U.S. history

The Latino Knowledge Lab at UnidosUS is building an ecosystem of knowledge through innovative research that elevates awareness of both the foundational and evolving contributions of Latinos to America’s story.

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What we do

The Latino Knowledge Lab is UnidosUS’s long-term effort to transform how Latino contributions to U.S. history and society are taught, represented and remembered.

The Lab is an innovation engine and knowledge ecosystem that documents history, generates original research, and co-creates tools with educators, practitioners, cultural institutions, the media and policy partners.

Our focus:

  • Influencing public education
    We co-create lesson plans, classroom tools, and educator trainings to ensure students learn a U.S. history that includes Latino stories and contributions.

  • Research
    Our team develops groundbreaking research—from textbook analyses to media studies—to advance accurate representation and help shape public understanding.

  • Driving institutional change
    We partner with states, districts, universities, and national organizations to influence standards, support legislation, and strengthen accurate storytelling.

Lesson Plans and Reports

Featured Resources

Latinos in U.S. History Lesson Plans

Curriculum

Latinos in U.S. History Lesson Plans

This curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of Latino and Latina experiences in the United States during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, focusing on immigration, civil rights and the contributions of prominent figures.

September 27, 2024

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Elevating Latino Experiences and Voices in News About Racial Equity

Research Report

UnidosUS along with partner Berkeley Media Studies Group studied how—and how often—Latinos appeared in racial equity news, both as news creators and as sources. This report covers the findings and recommendations for more complete coverage.

March 15, 2023

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Blog Highlights

In the News

John Leguizamo explores untold Latino history

Study: Most Textbooks Don’t Include Key Events in U.S. History That Involve Latinos

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