2005 Chávez Humanitarian Award goes to Sue Campos

On March 31, 2005 , the 78th birthday of César Estrada Chávez, Adelante, Inc., a Toledo-based service agency, and the Latino Student Union (LSU) of the University of Toledo presented the César E. Chávez Humanitarian Award to Latina activist Sue Campos—an individual who has given of herself unselfishly to ensure that Latino children, youth, families, and community have equal access to services, education, and economic opportunities. 

1

Campos was very appreciative and asked her many supporters through the years to come forward and be recognized. She was especially appreciative of Monica Morales, now 24, who was “her baby” in her Head Start program at the age of 2.

“We must go forward and I give my Chávez pin to Monica to pass on to future generations,” said Campos , telling Monica to “wear it with honor.” The late Sofia Quintero gave the pin to Campos .

Morales, who graduates from the University of Toledo in May, is a co-coordinator of Baile Latino, which is scheduled for May 28 at the UT Student Union Auditorium.

Campos praised Chávez as being a warrior “going one step forward,” much as his ancestors did when they settled California and Arizona, describing the meaning of “Adelante,” an expression often used by her father, when he exclaimed, “Go one step forward each generation!”

Toledo City Council President Louis Escobar presented Campos with a resolution from city council, exalting her years of service to the community.  Escobar had also provided a resolution praising Chávez.

This year’s nominees included: Margarita De León, Alberto Flores, Greg Guzmán, Nellie Mattox, Amelia Nava, and Lucy Amparo Weaver. Dolores Rodríguez was the 2003 recipient. No Awards banquet was held in 2004, according to its executive director, Sonia Troche.

As part of this year’s Chávez Awards Banquet, Adelante, Inc. present its Amigo Award, which is presented to an individual, corporation, agency and/or organization instrumental to Adelante’s overall success, to Jay Salvage.  According to Adelante’s director, Sonia Troche, the Award recipient has provided leadership, support, and encouragement to the Adelante’s Board of Directors, management, and staff.

Amigo Award nominees included: Chief Michael Navarre & Lt. Ronald Navarro, City of Toledo Police Department; Audrey Weiss-Maag, of Service Development Specialist United Way of Greater Toledo; and the late Ohio state representative John García.

De León and Josh Flores were the MCs, with the meal, drink, and song provided by El Camino Real, including horchata. Jesse Ponce and Sylvestre Duran were some of the entertainers.

Mayor Jack Ford and family were in attendance.  Ford had previously prepared a proclamation concerning Chávez and his accomplishments, making it clear that he was prepared to name something in honor of this Mexican-American labor and civil rights leader once the Latino community decided on the proper venue. Photos can be viewed at laprensatoledo.com.

 Jesús García is keynote speaker

Jesús García, executive director of La Villita “ Mexican Village ” in Chicago ’s west side, was the keynote speaker.  García was the first Mexican Senator for the state of Illinois and is a longtime community activist. Born in Durango , México, he moved to the United States four decades ago. 

García applauded César Chávez: 1) for being a warrior of health care, helping create the Robert F. Kennedy Health Clinics in California ; 2) for stressing the importance of access to education; and 3) for enhancing the political empowerment of Latinos.

García also thanked Baldemar Velásquez and FLOC for aiding in the transcontinental guestworker movement.

“¡Si Se Puede!” concluded García.

    

Louis Escobar and Margarita DeLeon with
Award recipient Sue Campos
Ben Johnson of Jay Salvage accepting Adelante Amigo Award
David_Flores_of_Lorain_and_Adelantes_Sonia_Troche Jesus_Angel_y_El_Camino_Real_caters_Adelante
Atty2._Ray_Arce_con_esposa_Anita_Lopez Henry_Guzman_Columbus_Public_Serv_Dept_Director
ACPs_Marisol_Ibarra_Itzi_Cruz_and_La_Prensas_Carla_Soto FLOC_and_Union_Venceremos
Cristina_Alvarado_of_LSU Itzi_Cruz_Adelante_con_La_Prensa
Lucy_Weaver_and_Ron_Navarro Maria_Gonzales_and_Monica_Buckley_con_amigas
Marisol_Ibarra_and_Andreanna_Rivera Marisol_Ibarra_and_Josh_Flores
Mayor_Jack_Ford_and_Alvina_Costilla Monica_Morales_with_Louis_Escobar_and_Sue_Campos
MC Josh Flores, Pres.Louis Escobar and
Award recipient Sue Campos
Roberto_Torres_and_Rev1._Alberto_Martinez
MCs_Josh_Flores_and_Margarita_DeLeon Speaker_Jesus_Garcia_con_Toledo_City_Council_
Pres._Louis_Escobar

Sue_Campos_with_Louis_Escobar_and_Dolores_Rodriguez

Sylvestre_Duran

 

 

 

 

 
     

Ohio & Michigan's Oldest and Largest Latino Newspaper

Since 1989

 

L

 

    media kit    ad rates    classified ad rates    about us    contact us

       

Home

Upcoming Events

Photos

Links

LatinoMix Radio

Scholarships

Directory of Latino Businesses and Services

Sister Paper



«Tinta con sabor»      Ink with flavor!

 

   

Spanglish Weekly/Semanal

Your reliable source for current Latino news and events providing English and Spanish articles

 

Culturas Publication, Inc. d.b.a. La Prensa Newspaper

© Copyrighted by  Culturas Publication, Inc. 2005