Raul Yzaguirre Biography

Raul Yzaguirre is a prominent civil rights leader, advocate, and community organizer known for his dedication to advancing Hispanic Americans. Yzaguirre earned a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University and a Master's in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. Yzaguirre's work in civil rights began in the 1960s when he became involved in the Chicano movement. In 1974, he became the executive director of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest Hispanic civil rights organization in the United States. During his tenure, he helped to expand the organization's reach, influence, and effectiveness in advocating for the rights and needs of Hispanic Americans. He also helped to establish numerous programs and initiatives to promote education, health care, and economic empowerment for Hispanic communities. In addition to his work with NCLR, Yzaguirre has held several prominent positions in government and academia. He served as a presidential advisor on Hispanic affairs under President Bill Clinton and was a member of the Democratic National Committee. Yzaguirre has also taught at the University of Arizona and Arizona State University, where he established the Raul H. Yzaguirre Chair in Leadership and Public Policy. He received numerous awards and honors for his civil rights and social justice contributions, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2001.

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