NHMC Applauds Alvaro Bedoya’s Senate Confirmation to the Federal Trade Commission

May 11, 2022

 A Statement by Brenda V. Castillo, President & CEO, National Hispanic Media Coalition 

The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) congratulates Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya for his confirmation to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Vice President Kamala Harris’ vote broke the 50-50 tie in the Senate, which now makes the FTC a Democratic majority.

NHMC has long advocated for the representation of Latino leaders in Washington D.C. so that the United States government may truly represent this country.

As an immigrant from Peru, Bedoya understands how a lack of digital access can have vast implications that disproportionately affect Latinx and communities of color. With over a decade of experience in privacy and civil rights, he will adequately address the increasingly common threats of extremism, hate speech, and disinformation that come with technology and social media. His confirmation is a moment of pride and honor for the Latinx community.

NHMC commends the Biden-Harris Administration on this historic nomination and congratulates Commissioner Bedoya on his confirmation to the FTC. We look forward to his highly qualified leadership at the Commission to advocate for those most affected by privacy and technology exploitation.

Yours in the Movement,

Brenda Victoria Castillo
President & CEO
National Hispanic Media Coalition

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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