

Mobility & Opportunity
Latinos are the economic drivers of the American economy. Yet, they are overrepresented in low-wage roles that led to financial insecurity and barriers to wealth creation. UCLA LPPI is dedicated to highlighting the economic prowess of Latinos and advancing policies that take big bets on Latinos and their role in the global economy.
What You Need to Know:
Featured Projects


All Work and No Pay: Unpaid Latina Care Work During the Covid-19 Pandemic



(Immersive) Latinas Exiting the Workforce: How the Pandemic Revealed Historic Disadvantages and Heightened Economic Hardship

Disparities in the Distribution of Paycheck Protection Program Funds in California’s Congressional Districts
News & Press

UCLA LPPI in MSNBC: “Want economic recovery? Start by supporting the Latina workforce”
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UCLA LPPI Recieves Funding from JPMorgan Chase & Co. to Support Research on Latino-led Economic Development
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UCLA LPPI Receives $15 Million to Launch Latina Futures Project
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California’s budget provides $15 million for UCLA to create the Latina Futures 2050 project
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Research Library
Our research library provides access to our original research, policy reports, and other assets to expand the understanding and attention to Latino issues.