HLA EVENTS
Upcoming Events
Fri, Oct 06East Potomac Golf LinksOct 06, 3:00 PM – Oct 07, 5:00 PMEast Potomac Golf Links, 972 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Wed, Oct 18The Rooftop/Penthouse of LocationOct 18, 5:00 PM – Oct 19, 8:00 PMThe Rooftop/Penthouse of Location, 1000 Maine Avenue Southwest Washington, DC 20024
About our Events
Avanza Awards: The Avanza Awards recognize trailblazers who have demonstrated leadership in promoting diversity and inclusion among their staff in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors and/or leading policy priorities that advance Latino civic, social, and economic empowerment. In addition to forging a path forward in either diversity and/or policy, the Avanza Awards recipients have also served with excellence in their respective areas of expertise.
Poder Award for Congressional Leadership: The Poder Award is given to current members in both the U.S. House and Senate who demonstrate leadership in promoting diversity among their staff and across the government affairs sector.
Raices Award for Community Leadership: The Raíces award is given to an advocate in the nonprofit sector who has advanced public policy priorities and led efforts toward Latino civic, social and economic empowerment.
The Trailblazer Award: The Trailblazer award will be given to a government affairs professional or firm who has paved the way for diversity across our profession and promoted the important role of Latino professionals in the industry.
President’s Award: The President’s Award is bestowed on an individual who has demonstrated and embodied the values promoted by the Hispanic Lobbyists Association and excelled in their area of expertise.
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Do I have to be a registered lobbyist to join HLA?No. HLA’s membership is open to all individuals who self-identify with or are committed to supporting the Hispanic/Latino community and who have professional responsibilities in the field of government relations and/or public affairs.
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When does my membership start/end?HLA’s membership is calendar year. Membership starts on January 1st and ends on December 31st.
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I have joined HLA. How do I get involved?Attend our events and sign-up for one of our committees — communications, mentorship, professional development, social, diversity and inclusion, and Avanza.
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Is my HLA membership transferable?Individual membership is non-transferable. If a member leaves their organization, the membership goes with them.
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How can I renew my HLA membership?Click here to renew your membership!
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Are my HLA membership dues tax deductible?HLA is a 501(c)(6) organization. Your dues are not deductible as charitable donations but may be tax deductible as a business expense. Please consult your tax adviser or the IRS to determine whether your membership dues are tax deductible.