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About the Center

The mission of CLAPR is to foster and support thoughtful, objective, and innovative research on the political and policy circumstances of the nation’s Latina/o-Hispanic population, thereby creating a fuller, deeper understanding of politics and governance in the United States.  This mission entails facilitating and disseminating research that emphasizes, but is not limited to, empirical and normative theoretical perspectives, historical context, institutional dimensions, and public policy issues which are especially germane to the Latina/o-Hispanic population while also having broad significance for American society and politics.

About the center

Research

CLAPR commissioned a survey of Arizona voters -- with a substantial Latinx 'oversample' -- which asked about respondent's likelihood of voting, whom the respondent will vote for, etc. This survey led to several blog postings, public interviews with Center-affiliated faculty, and other public attention and recogntion. We have plans continue similar, and other, activities in the future.

Research activities

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The State of Latinos and Civic Engagement Report

This report highlights the vital role of Latino communities in American democracy, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement in today's polarized climate. It brings together expert insights and community perspectives to show how civic participation shapes social, economic, and political landscapes.

This report on Latino civic engagement is a part of the SoL series, which aims to offer well-rounded perspectives by bringing together both academic and community experts. The project highlights the importance of long-term university-community partnerships, ensuring that the insights are both evidence-based and rooted in real-world experiences. Through SoL, we aim to influence public policy while providing ASU students with hands-on experience in thought leadership and civic engagement.

 Please find the report attached below.

Arizona Youth Identity Project

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The Arizona Youth Identity Project (AZYIP) examines what it means to be American and what leads to political engagement.

Invitation to Participate in a Groundbreaking Study

Wanna help advance a major scientific breakthrough on how and why U.S.-born young adults are defining what it means to be, and who is, American? 
Check out the invitation to participate in an amazing study of AZ young adults.

Led by:
Dr. Nilda Flores-Gonzalez
CLAPR Faculty Affiliate
Professor, Arizona State University

Distinguished Speaker Series

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Click Here to Register!

Location : Durham Hall 210

Date : November 15, 2024

Time : 12:00 PM

CLAPR Research Award

  Three awards, each $2000

   Nominations open on April 1st

   Deadline to submit paper or proposal: May 31, 2024 11:59 pm

   Below are the relevant links:

   Click Here for Proposal Submission

   Click Here to Review the Call for Proposals

    For further information, contact:  zenya.weatherall@asu.edu

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Can Kamala Harris win over disenchanted Latino voters?

The abrupt substitution of Kamala Harris for Joe Biden as the Democratic party’s presidential nominee has energized two of the party’s bedrock bases of support – pro-choice women and African Americans....

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El voto latino podría definir la elección presidencial en Arizona, uno de los estados clave

Francisco Pedraza, director asociado del Centro de Investigación de Política Latina/os y Estadounidense de la Universidad Estatal de Arizona, subrayó la importante influencia que los votantes latinos de ese y otros estados clave podrían....

Course POS 494 : Latina/o Politics and Leadership in Arizona

Embark on a Journey into Latina/o Politics in Arizona!

Explore the dynamic landscape of Latina/o politics and leadership in Arizona with Adrian Fontes, Arizona Secretary of State, and Professor Francisco Pedraza. Dive deep into historical, contemporary, traditional, and non-traditional political issues. Learn strategies for effective mobilization and increased political participation.

Course offered for ASU students only!

Course Number: 494
Instructors: Adrian Fontes and Professor Francisco Pedraza
Location: ASU Sync(Attend live classes remotely via Zoom)
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Duration: March 11, 2024 - April 26, 2024 (B)

Enrollment Deadline: March 12

Register now to secure your spot and gain insights from prominent figures like Adrian Fontes and Professor Francisco Pedraza.

Featured News

“A guiding idea that I’ve had with regard to my scholarship is that you cannot understand American politics without understanding Latino politics, and you cannot understand Latino politics without understanding American politics.”

- Professor Rodney Hero, Raul H. Yzaguirre Chair.