History
The idea of creating a new Hispanic/Latino organization in the Tacoma-Pierce County area originated with three Latinos, (Tony Abeyta, Arturo Biblarz PhD, and Jose Palmas) each with long-standing associations with organizations, groups, and boards within the South Puget Sound area. Informal meetings to discuss the viability of such an organization began in September 2000. Initially, the group focused on the educational needs of our Hispanic/Latino youth enrolled in our public schools both at the local and at the state level. In January 2001, the informal gatherings led to the first meeting of what would later come to be known as Conexión Latina.

Today
Conexión Latina’s focus includes the promotion of political involvement, education, and the preservation of “la cultura.” Active membership is comprised of approximately 35 individuals representing a cross-section of Latinos from various professions, occupations, and organizations across the South Puget Sound area. Meetings are held regularly at Centro Latino-Ser in Tacoma and alternate between the second Saturday and Wednesday of every other month.