• Exploding myths and stereotypes about Latinos in California Society

• Providing reliable data on Latino Health

• Emphasizing the positive contributions of Latinos to the state's economy and society

• Informing the public about the important emerging Latino medical market

With support from generous sponsors, CESLAC has provided:

• Data and informaiton to legislators and policymakers at the federal, state, and local levels

• Technical assistance to hundreds of community organizations and support to dozens of professional associations

• Briefings and information to newspaper, radio, and television journalists

CESLAC is also a pioneer in medical education:

• We created the first courses at UCLA in which medical and public health students focus on Latino health

• We created MedPEP, a community college program that provides direction and assistance to Latino students planning health careers