Promoting Latinx Leaders

with Betty Francisco of Amplify Latinx

Amplify Latinx advances the next generation of Latinx civically engaged and empowered leaders in Massachusetts. Betty Francisco, Co-founder of Amplify Latinx, joins Jenny Johnson to discuss programs promoting and elevating Latin leaders in the region.

Posted on:

Mar 02, 2020

Hosted by: Jenny Johnson

Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team

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