Fortaleza, Inc. is a grassroots organization based in Lowell, MA, dedicated to advocating for educational equity and removing systemic barriers that affect the academic success of Latino students. Through collective action among parents, educators, community members, and faith leaders, Fortaleza works towards eliminating disparities in access to resources, representation in the educational system, and opportunities for Latino students.
Founded in 2017, Fortaleza emerged as a response to the achievement gap experienced by Latino students in Lowell. With a focus on system change, the organization engages in advocacy efforts to address structural inequities and promote equal educational opportunities for all students, particularly those from the Latino Hispanic community.
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