This weeks HUB Highlight Familias en Acción in the Winchell Neighborhood led by Lilia Becerril.
- In light of DRIVE, what is the vision for Familias en Acción in the Winchell Neighborhood?
- The vision of Familias en Acción is to be able to connect with the majority of the residents in the Winchell neighborhood and to build a strong network of local stakeholders (council-member office, elementary school partners, & local churches). The hope is to build resident and neighborhood capacity to achieve great changes in this community.
- How is being a DRIVE HUB in the Winchell neighborhood providing an opportunity to engage in your community in a deeper way?
- The civic infrastructure initiative has given residents the opportunity to feel part of the process that gives them a voice to share their concerns and suggestions for neighborhood improvements.
- How has ENP been of support to you and Familias en Acción?
- ENP has supported us in many ways, for example; they provide us with educational work tools for community projects and coaching support to help us grow as leaders.
- Up to this point, what is 1 thing that you would like to highlight & share with others?
- We have been meeting with families to provide resources and support on how to advocate for their neighborhood. As a new organization this has been an important part of growth. We are actively trying to connect Winchell residents with their city leaders to have a seat at the table of decision making.
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