Question

What were the goals of Latino civil rights organizations?

Answer 1

The Chicano Movement emerged in the 1960s and encompassed major contributions to Southwestern United States (American Soutwest). The purpose of this organization was to fight discrimination against people of Latino origin. Their goals also included rebuilding of lands, enhanced education for the students, farm worker’s rights, people’s right to vote, and awareness of their region’s history.

Answer 2

During the 1960s, Latino civil rights organizations became more common. These often took their inspiration from the African American civil rights movement. Latino organizations believed that, just like African Americans, the nation did not give Latino people the rights that they deserved as citizens. During these years, Latinos, and particularly Mexican Americans tried to achieve change in several areas. Their main goals were the restoration of land, rights for farmworkers and education reforms.