{"id":15493,"date":"2023-09-22T07:59:36","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T12:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_6\/?p=15493"},"modified":"2023-09-22T08:01:35","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T13:01:35","slug":"recognizing-national-hispanic-heritage-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.nnlm.gov\/region_6\/2023\/09\/recognizing-national-hispanic-heritage-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month"},"content":{"rendered":"

Each year, National Hispanic Heritage Month<\/a> is observed from September 15 to October 15. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.<\/p>\n

The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.<\/p>\n

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\u201c<\/b>Hispanic heritage holds an indelible place in the heart and soul of our Nation, and National Hispanic Heritage Month reminds us that the American identity is a fabric of diverse traditions and stories woven together. Since the beginning, our country has drawn strength and insights from Hispanic writers, scientists, soldiers, doctors, entrepreneurs, academics, and leaders in labor and government. Our culture has been enriched by the rhythms, art, literature, and creativity of Hispanic peoples. And our deepest values have been informed by the love of family and faith that is at the core of so many Hispanic communities. All of these contributions help us realize the promise of America for all Americans.\u201d Source: The American Presidency Project:\u00a0Proclamation 10446\u2014National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The 2022 American Community Survey estimated the U.S. population at 333,287,562. This includes 63,553,639 (about 19.1%) who identified as Hispanic or Latino. Source: U.S. Census Bureau<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

NNLM Member Organizations<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM)<\/a> recognizes our member organizations who help support our mission to advance health information access and equity for Latinx communities:<\/p>\n