LULAC Brings The Federal Training Institute to Puerto Rico On May 1st and 2nd

April 29, 2015

Contact: Paloma Zuleta
202-812-4477

Ponce, Puerto Rico – The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), the country’s largest and oldest Latino civil rights organization, is proud to make available a series of workshops free to individuals interested in pursuing a federal career. In addition, several federal agencies will be in attendance to showcase career opportunities.

The Federal Training Institute (FTI) will hold a series of three workshops at the Anexo Teatro La Perla, Calle Major in Ponce, Puerto Rico. On May 1, the workshops will take place from 8:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and 12:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. On May 2, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Those planning to attend must register beforehand by going to www.lulac.org/ftiponce. Space is limited.

“The FTIP was established to further LULAC’s commitment to create a more diverse and highly skilled workforce in the federal government that represents the population it serves,” said LULAC National President Margaret Moran. “The workshops will feature instructions on how to find and apply for federal government employment and how to build a federal resume. The workshops will be free of charge.”

LULAC firmly believes that it is important to promote diversity and inclusion in the federal workforce. LULAC will continue to address the challenges of developing and retaining Hispanics within the federal government and is grateful for the support that has made the Federal Training Institute a possibility.

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The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.