September 15 to October 15 – National Hispanic Heritage Month: This month celebrates the contributions that Latino and Hispanic Americans have made to the United States. It is a time to reflect on the importance of Hispanic culture. It’s also a time to celebrate and grow together while supporting our Hispanic friends and colleagues. Hispanic Heritage Week began in 1968 in the United States, when President Lyndon Johnson signed Hispanic Heritage Week into law. Then, in 1988, the celebration expanded into a month when President Ronald Reagan signed National Hispanic Heritage Month into law.
The date September 15th holds significance and was chosen to begin Hispanic Heritage Month, as it marks the anniversary of the Cry of Dolores (September 1810), signaling the start of the Mexican War of Independence. This war resulted in independence for the New Spain Colony (now Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua). Mexico, Chile, and most Central American countries commemorate their independence from Spain on September 15th, September 16th, and September 18th, respectively. Since 1989, all presidents have given a Presidential Proclamation to mark Hispanic Heritage Month.
Who We Are: Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together – Sept. 24
Join our panel of teammates, Sept. 24, noon- 1.p.m., as we come together to embrace and celebrate this cultural diversity. We’ll build connection and understanding, while exploring how Hispanic heritage continues to inspire and uplift us all. Led by L’Oréal Neal, MBA, Opening Remarks: Nakesha Lopez, Moderator: Hector Almeida, Panel: Lilliam Núñez-Rodríguez MBA, SHRM-SCP | Ashley Spizzirri | Carlos Maria Ferrairo
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UNIDOS is the Latino/Hispanic System Resource Group. Teammates and allies, with a connection, an affinity or an interest in making a positive difference in the work lives of Latino teammates and the community we serve.
Our Mission: Enhance the level of awareness within Atrium Health concerning teammates and patient of Latino/Hispanic background. To provide development and networking opportunities for members of our resource group. Enhance the perception of the quality and quantity of services available to the community by sharing useful information regarding our services and exchanging ideas with the Latin Community.
Our Objectives:
Our Leadership
Executive Sponsor: Armando Chardiet
Co-Chairs: Tangy Diaz Solis and Lilliam Nunez Rodriguez
Professional Development: Brian Donado and Lorena Perez
Service Team: Rosa Gonzalez – Chair; Lizbeth Mendoza
Communications & Marketing: Angelica Mejia
This group's purpose is to increase awareness about issues and ideas that are specific to the Hispanic/Latinx community at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Anyone who wants to learn more about the dynamic cultures that represent a variety of Hispanic and Latin American countries, cultures and traditions is welcome to engage in this group.
Mission is to:
Vision is to:
Our Leadership
For more information, please contact us at UNIDOSWake@wakehealth.edu.
Preventive CarePreventive screenings can help you know your numbers and make changes to your habits to improve your health. Connect with your primary care physician (PCP) annually to manage your overall health. Learn more about preventive care on the Teammate Calendar.
September 6 – Ganesh Chaturthi: This Hindu festival celebrates Lord Ganesha’s birth
September 11 – Coptic New Year: A feast day (also called Nayrouz) that commemorates martyrs and confessors in Coptic Orthodox Christianity.
September 17 to October 2 – Pitru Paksha: A period when members of the Hindu faith pay homage to their ancestors.
September 21 – HeForShe: This movement was started by the UN with the goal of promoting gender equality
September 21 – International Day of Peace
September 22 – Mabon: Pagan and Wiccan religions use this day to mark the autumnal equinox.
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