Latino Network Of Southern Nevada Receives National Recognition

LAS VEGAS, NV - Five years after the city of Las Vegas created the Latino Network of Southern Nevada, the group that was formed to be a voice for the city's Latino community has received national recognition by the National League of Cities, being named the 2018 Cultural Diversity Winner at a conference in Washington, D.C. on Monday.

Las Vegas was the winner in cities whose population exceeds 500,000.

"The Latino Network of Southern Nevada is a shining example of diversity and total community collaboration and partnership," League of Cities officials said.

The Latino Network of Southern Nevada says its primary goal is improving educational achievement among Latinos, but also advocates for health and human services, immigration, jobs, and more.

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