“Human Rights Ensure Human Stories”

February 7, 2024

Statement on Behalf of Brenda Victoria Castillo, President and CEO, National Hispanic Media Coalition on NHMC’s 2024 Policy Priorities 

As we continue into the new year, the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is proud to share our 2024 Policy Priorities that build off of our theme for the year: Human Rights Ensure Human Stories. We at NHMC understand that this year will be pivotal for our country; these priorities aim to tackle the issues that our communities face head-on by leaning on the pillars of truth, dignity, and respect that our Latine community deserves.

NHMC’s 2024 Policy Priorities focus on the ever-changing landscape of the technology industry, from diversity in gaming content to industry participation and advocating for the ethical development and use of AI, to stopping the spread of disinformation in Spanish which targets our community. 

Our work this year will focus on pushing forward policy initiatives and progressive change that move the needle on access to the internet as a human right while ensuring equity, sustainability, purpose, and training for those who do have access to the internet. As always, we will stay true to our mission of advocating for increased representation in Hollywood and Washington, D.C. in 2024, which includes releasing a media guide that will advise the media portrayal of Latine communities with authenticity and depth. 

NHMC Policy Priorities Fall in the following Pillars:

  • Digital Equity: Upholding access, literacy, and justice as human rights
  • Empowering Latine Voices: Increasing Ownership and Representation in Media and Executive Leadership 
  • Accountability & Responsibility: Bringing accountability for past harms, protecting against present harms, and preventing future harms

Above all, NHMC’s 2024 Policy Priorities underscore the core values and issue areas that make us human and uphold the essence of our collective humanity. We are energized by the priorities outlined below and look forward to continuing to be a voice for our communities as we navigate this important year. 

To read the NHMC's 2024 Policy Priorities in full click on the link.

Yours in the Movement,

Brenda Victoria Castillo 

President and CEO

National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC)

National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is a 40+ year old 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan, civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward Latino and marginalized communities.

We advance Latino visibility and influence from the halls of Washington, D.C., to the studios of Hollywood. Through our media advocacy and workforce development initiatives, NHMC creates spaces where diverse creators can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our Series Scriptwriters Program, Latinx Stream Showcase, Creators Networking Program, Careers in Entertainment Youth Program, and Media Advocacy Fellowships serve as both incubators and pipelines, preparing the next generation of storytellers, advocates, and industry leaders. Through mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and direct access to entertainment executives, these programs help transform emerging talent into lasting industry voices while expanding authentic representation across media.

We lead the work to eliminate online hate and disinformation across media platforms. We advocate in the space of Artificial Intelligence when it intersects with civil & human rights, including making sure Latino-Interest and children’s protections are included in AI initiatives and implementations. We advocate for the Affordable Connectivity Program, Lifeline Program, Net Neutrality protections, and closing the digital divide for Latino and other marginalized communities. NHMC works in partnership with other social justice organizations to safeguard democracy in the United States of America.

NHMC is a not-for-profit, and provides equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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