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Our Mission

Junta for Progressive Action, a majority Hispanic-led organization based in New Haven’s Fair Haven neighborhood, works in collaboration with Hispanic and immigrant communities to eliminate socioeconomic barriers and advance social, economic, and civic well-being. Through a whole-person approach to service, we provide direct support and educational tools that foster individual and community transformation—while preserving and celebrating the richness of Hispanic cultural traditions.

Our Vision

We envision an inclusive, equitable community where Hispanic and immigrant families can thrive, feel empowered, and preserve their cultural identity while accessing vital resources.

Our History

Junta for Progressive Action is the oldest Hispanic, community-based nonprofit organization in New Haven, Connecticut. In 1969, frustrated with the disinvestment and social abandonment of communities of color , Puerto Rican community organizers founded Junta as an advocacy hub to address the needs of Greater New Haven’s first-generation migrants. Over the past 55 years, Junta has grown to offer no-cost social services, legal services, first generation services, adult education, and youth programs to over 2,000 low-income individuals annually.

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Meet the Team

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Frederic Depourcq 

Director of

Development & Operation 

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Cheila Serrano

Director of Programs

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Loribeth Rodriguez

Bookkeeper

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Sheridan Robles

Marketing Manager

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Kiana Cintron

Youth Leader

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Rosaida Maldonado

Case Manager

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Zaina Rosario

Administrative Assistant

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Jacqueline Gonzalez

Case Manager

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Lydia Gonzalez

Office Assistant 

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Lileschka Martinez

Program Assistant

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Ruth Rodriguez 

Community Health Worker 

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Rebecca Lopez

Community Health Worker 

Board of Directors

Rafael Ramos

Board Chair

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Sylvia Perez

Secretary

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Alphonse Paolillo

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​Viviana Conner

​Sebastian Rios​

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Janneth Achury

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​Pablo Juan Garcia

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Peggy Rivage-Seul​

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Brian Pierne

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Carlos Eyzaguirre

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Privacy Policy

At Junta for Progressive Action, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy outlines how we handle your information when you call the office or visit our website.

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Mobile Information:

We do not share any mobile information, including your phone number, with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Your privacy is important to us, and we ensure that your mobile data remains confidential.

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Text Messaging:

All other categories of information collected at our office exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent. This specific information will not be shared with any third parties under any circumstance. Your consent for text messaging is solely for the purpose of communication with Junta for Progressive Action. 

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Data Protection:

We take the security of your information seriously and implement measures to protect your data. We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of the information you provide to us. 

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 175 Grand Avenue, New Haven, CT 06513


203.787.0191  |  info@juntainc.org

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