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State Boards and Commissions

Apply for an appointment to a state board or commission! Open positions, can be found on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website
Questions: gov.appointments@state.mn.us

What is MCLA?

MCLA is a state agency that advises the government on matters of interest to Latinos who live in Minnesota. It is a bridge of communication and collaboration between Latinos and the government, the private sector and nonprofits.

Why should I care?

Without Latino engagement, MCLA cannot accurately communicate the interests of the community to the government nor can it serve the community effectively. Such engagement makes possible a stronger political voice and better socio-economic choices for the Latino community.

Who does the MCLA serve?

We serve Latino Minnesotans across the state and the people of Minnesota.
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Featuring

With the upcoming retirement of Executive Director Rosa Tock on October 31, 2025, after a 32-year career in public service, the Council is beginning the search for its next leader. The job posting for MCLA’s next Executive Director is now live. We invite qualified, visionary candidates committed to advancing equity for Latino communities in Minnesota to apply. Finalist interviews are expected to take place this fall. Apply now! For more information and to apply, click here and type Job ID# 86453

Opens: June 5, 2025 | Closes: July 9, 2025

Questions about the position? Contact Jennifer Otley at jennifer.otley@state.mn.us or 651-201-2498.

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What's New?

The 2025 Legislative Session ended with a Special Session on June 9, 2025. Join MCLA and special guests to reflect on the legislative outcomes and how they can impact you and our Latino communities.

Date: Tuesday June 24, 2025 | Time: 3:00-4:30 p.m. | Via TEAMS | Register here. 

Hear from: Rep. Maria Isa Perez-Vega; Rep. Dave Pinto; Emilia Gonzalez-Avalos (UnidosMN); Julia Decker (ILCM), Carly Eckstrom (MN Budget Project), and Naheeda Hirji Walji (DLI). Hosts: Marco Hernandez, Alejandro Caceres-Aranda, David Campana, and Aaron Sepulveda.

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