Join Us in Washington, DC for Latino Veterans 250

This November, veterans, military leaders, community leaders and allies will come together in Washington, DC for Latino Veterans 250: A Legacy of American Military Service — two days of conversation, recognition and celebration honoring the extraordinary contributions Latinos have made to our nation’s defense for more than 250 years.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6

ALVA PANEL SERIES | 12:30–4:15 PM
T-Mobile Corporate Office
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW #500, Washington, DC

Latino Veteran Leadership: Perspectives for Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Join the American Latino Veterans Association (ALVA) for three important conversations:

Latino Military Experience – A Legacy of Heritage and Service
Explore the leadership, courage and sacrifice of Latino service members from the American Revolution through modern conflicts.

Leading with Purpose – Challenges, Growth, and Impact in Today’s Military
Hear perspectives on leadership, cultural identity, challenges and opportunities in today’s military, and empowering the next generation.

Life After the Uniform – Serving Community and Country
Hear how Latino veterans are finding purpose, creating meaningful change and continuing to serve beyond the uniform.

FREE — Registration Required

[REGISTER FOR THE ALVA PANELS]

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LATINO VETERANS 250 JOINT AWARDS RECEPTION

6:30–10:00 PM
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Washington, DC

Friday evening, join us at the Smithsonian for a special celebration recognizing more than 250 years of Latino military service.

The evening will include a cocktail reception, keynote remarks and awards recognizing outstanding achievement in Military Service, Community Service, Business and Government Service.

Tickets: $150 per person — Separate Registration Required

[PURCHASE AWARDS RECEPTION TICKETS]

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7

VETERANOS REMEMBRANCE FESTIVAL | 11:00 AM–4:30 PM
Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Washington, DC

The commemoration continues Saturday with programming featuring panels and exhibits exploring the Latino military experience and how we preserve and share that history for future generations.

Conversations will explore untold stories of Latino military service, resilience and continued service after the military, and how we remember veterans and their contributions through memorials and monuments.

Make a weekend of it.

Join us November 6–7 in Washington, DC as we honor the past, examine the present and celebrate the enduring legacy of Latino military service.

Latino Veterans 250 is presented by the American GI Forum, American Latino Veterans Association (ALVA), Hispanic Veterans Leadership Alliance (HVLA), and LULAC, in partnership with the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino.

About American Latino Veterans Association (ALVA):
The American Latino Veterans Association (ALVA) is a registered 501c3 non-profit that exists to help American Latino veterans thrive after their military service, access the benefits they have earned, and enhance recognition of Latino contributions to our nation’s defense throughout its history. ALVA membership is free to all veterans, active duty, guard, reserves, and family members, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, national origin, or disability status. For more information on ALVA visit https://www.alvavets.org or follow us on our social media channels @alvavets.