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Improving the use of USDA programs among Hispanic and Latino farmers and ranchers
(Cambio Center, 2011)
Key findings: Latino farmers and ranchers in both states are very entrepreneurial and are seeking ways to expand their farming and ranching operations, both in size and scope. However, significant barriers exist for them ...
Immigrant integration in Missouri (project outputs)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
A list of the publications and presentations that were included in the "Immigrant integration in Missouri" project.
Immigrant integration in Missouri (objectives)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
Our long-term goal is to facilitate the full integration of Latino newcomers to the economic and social institutions of rural communities. In order to accomplish this goal, the project will: 1) Develop tools to evaluate ...
Immigrant integration in Missouri (advisory board)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
This item lists the advisory board apart of the "Immigrant integration project", which consists of five members. This 4-year project, which began in February 2011, examines the economic and social integration of three rural ...
Immigrant integration in Missouri (project research team)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
A list of the members apart of the "Immigrant integration in Missouri" project research team. There are 11 team members, as well as community facilitators.
Immigrant integration in Missouri (community forums)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
Collected through a series of focus groups, the following presentations reflected community perspectives of acculturation in various locations. These slides reflect feedback from participants.
Immigrant integration in Missouri (communities)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
This item summarizes the three communities at focus from the "Immigrant integration in MIssouri" project. These communities are labeled community A, B, and C.
Immigrant integration in Missouri (related links)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
Links relating to the Cambio Center project "Immigrant Integration in Missouri".
Immigrant integration & sustainable rural development : linking receiving and newcomer communities (home)
(Cambio Center, 2011)
This 4-year project, which began in February 2011, examines the economic and social integration of three rural communities in Missouri from the perspectives of immigrant newcomers and long-term residents. This project ...
Asset accumulation strategies in 3 new settlement communities (final report)
(Cambio Center, 2010)
Research was conducted in three regions of Missouri. Contracts were signed with local organizations to facilitate research through the project's life. An advisory board included researchers from six states. Qualitative ...
Dropout Prevention with Latino Families The Juntos Program
(Cambio Center, 2012)
Attendees will learn about the educational challenges and opportunities of Latino youth. They will be introduced to the program Juntos para una Mejor Educación/Together for a Better Education: an experiential program that ...
The Migrant Integration Policy Index (MIPEX III)
(Cambio Center, 2012)
Teaching the Right Curriculum Strengthening the Values of Latino Families
(Cambio Center, 2011)
Research in the field of family studies shows increasing evidence that the health of the couple relationship in a family has significant impact on children's development. In practice, however, addressing this vital part ...
Porous spheres: Direct observation of interethnic interaction in a small midwestern community
(Cambio Center, 2012)
Indications of community integration in rural communities, where there has been a large increase of immigrants, are largely based on survey and interview responses of community members. However, as an anthropologist, I ...
Exploring individual, family, and community factors predicting business success in Hispanic and Latino experiences
(Cambio Center, 2012)
This research examines what selected individual, family, and community factors best predict Hispanic/Latino male and female entrepreneurs? engagement in entrepreneurial activities and business success. In this study, ...
Transnationalism and Housing and Health Risks of Rural Latino Immigrant Families
(Cambio Center, 2012)
In-depth interviews with rural low-income Mexican immigrant mothers explored "How, if at all, do the housing and health issues of rural Latino immigrant families vary based on level of transnationalism?" Transnationalism ...
The policy dimensions of the context of reception for immigrants (and Latinos) in the Midwest
(Cambio Center, 2012)
Latino/as comprise approximately 16.1% of the nation's population (Grieco, 2010). Approximately 37.2% of Latino/as are foreign-born, comprising approximately 6.0% of the nation's population. Nationally, the number of ...
Involving Immigrant Latino Farmers in Local Food Systems A Community Capitals Approach
(Cambio Center, 2012)
Using the community capital framework, this study analyzes two projects that engage immigrants (Latinos) in gardening. The first project focuses on creation and implementation of a farm incubator program for both immigrant ...
Hispanics and Housing During the Economic Downturn
(Cambio Center, 2013)
This paper focuses on how Hispanic home ownership and population growth has evolved in the Southern United States. The theme discussed is one of change and adjustment, looking closely at the 2010 U.S. Census, along with ...
Social Capital in Rural Southwest Kansas
(Cambio Center, 2013)
This study addresses a social capital literature that has targeted a White majority in the United States. Hispanic/Latino audiences, especially new immigrant populations, have not been primary subjects in most studies. ...