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"DEDICATED TO EMPOWERING FAMILIES OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES".

History

Fiesta Educativa was founded in California in 1978 to inform and assist Latino families in obtaining services and in caring for their children with special needs. Fiesta Educativa was formed by family members and professionals who recognized the need to provide assistance and advocacy to these Spanish-speaking families.

Mission Statement

Fiesta Educativa, a partnership of families, professionals, consumers, friends, and agencies embraces as its mission the goal of universal support towards the enhancement of the lives of persons with disabilities.

What Services Does Fiesta Educativa Provide?

• Parent training
• Community outreach
• Educational and training workshops
• Referral service
• Research
• Development of parent support groups
• Advocacy for persons with special needs
• Promote public awareness
• Speakers bureau
• Annual bilingual parent/professional conference

• To Assist families gain knowledge, access key resources and
  understand their fundamental rights.
• To influence the advancement and rehabilitative potential of
  Latinos with special developmental needs.
• To increase the consciousness of professionals about the unique
  cultural characteristics and needs of Latino children and their families.
• To expand and develop culturally sensitive programs and services.