Since 1968, Sociedad Latina has been a cornerstone organization in Roxbury, MA, dedicated to breaking cycles of poverty and inequality while creating pathways to opportunity for Latine youth and families. The organization's mission centers on developing the next generation of confident, competent, self-sustaining leaders who take pride in their cultural heritage and actively contribute to their communities. What distinguishes Sociedad Latina is their holistic, asset-based approach that recognizes and celebrates the inherent strengths within Latine families—including bilingualism, high aspirations, resilience, and deep community ties. Rather than viewing youth through a deficit lens, the organization builds upon these assets through multi-year, intensive partnerships that extend from middle school through the first year of college or careers. Their Pathways to Success model emphasizes long-term relationships between youth and staff who consistently maintain high standards while providing comprehensive support services and connections to a wide referral network. By elevating youth voice in decision-making processes and fostering social-emotional skills alongside academic and professional development, Sociedad Latina empowers young people to succeed in school, build 21st-century competencies, and engage meaningfully in civic life. The organization's innovative approaches have earned national recognition, including selection as one of 50 finalists for the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award. Serving the Roxbury community for over five decades, Sociedad Latina remains committed to the principle that youth thrive when given extensive support networks that affirm their identities and create genuine opportunities for leadership and success.
Roxbury, MA