Reinforcing its mission to boost representation and foster systemic change across New
Jersey government and politics, the Latina Civic Action organization recently announced
its 2026 slate of executive officers and new general board members for 2026.
Patricia Campos-Medina said the new leadership announcement comes at a crucial
time as LCA intensifies its mission to ensure Latina leadership is recognized not only as
a niche interest but as a mainstream force driving the state’s economic vitality,
neighborhood vibrancy and electoral power.
“Our role is clear: we identify, train, and champion Latina leaders at every level of
government,” Campos-Medina said. “We’re not just opening doors; we’re building the
rooms where New Jersey’s future is decided.”
The executive committee:
Patricia Campos-Medina, President
Lucia Gomez, Treasurer
Milly Camacho, Recording secretary
Flora Castillo, Vice president
Cristina Pinzon, Vice president
Latina Civic PAC Chair Laura Matos said the organization’s new leadership slate
represents more than a rotation of titles.
“It’s indicative of an expansion of our political power and our commitment to
representation,” she said. “When Latinas lead — whether as mayors, CEOs, legislators
— we don’t just take a seat at the table, we help to set the agenda. We champion
policies that open doors, help to address challenges faced by all our communities, and
create meaningful and lasting change.
“Our mission is clear: to ensure Latinas don’t just have a voice in New Jersey’s future, but the authority to shape it.”
María del Cid-Kosso, chair of the Latina Civic Foundation, agreed.
“The Latina Civic Foundation is committed to unlocking opportunity through education
and elevating the next generation of Latina leaders,” she said. “Investing in Latina
women creates a ripple effect that uplifts families, communities and future generations.
By ensuring our Latina youth see themselves in positions of power, we move closer to a
future where leadership truly reflects who we are.”
New Elected General Board Members for 2026:
Maria del Cid-Kosso, Chair, Latina Civic Foundation
Jacqui Mercado-Quiles, Latina Civic Action Board Member
Andrea Martinez-Mejia, Latina Civic Action Board Member
Yadhira Alvarez, Latina Civic PAC Treasurer
Aileen Merino Lazo, Latina Civic PAC Board Member
Franca Roibal-Fernández, Latina Civic Foundation Board Member
Jocelyn Rojas, Latina Civic Foundation Board Member
Teresa Sicard-Archambeault, Latina Civic Foundation Board Member
Latina Civic Action collaborates with its sister organizations, Latina Civic PAC and
Latina Civic Foundation, to strengthen Latina voices. Here’s where you can get more
information.
