The Ethnic Organization as an Instrument of Political and Social Change: MALDEF, A Case Study.

Vigil, Maurilio

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Ethnic Organization as an Instrument of Political and Social Change: MALDEF, A Case Study.

Vigil, Maurilio

Journal of Ethnic Studies, v18 n1 p15-31 Spr 1990

Presents a case study on the Mexican-American Legal Defense and Education Fund (MALDEF) to evaluate and analyze the way Hispanic organizations function in the community. Focuses on its history, structure, activities, and accomplishments. Concludes that education, employment, and political participation are the main thrust of MALDEF. (JS)

Descriptors: Activism, Case Studies, Community Relations, Educational Improvement, Employment, Ethnic Discrimination, Group Unity, Hispanic American Culture, Hispanic Americans, Mexican American Education, Mexican Americans, Nonprofit Organizations, Program Content

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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