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Over the last decade, Acercamiento Hispano has strived to preserve the dignity, promote the well-being and improve the quality of life of the Hispanic/Latino community in SC. Thanks to the abundance of support and faith instilled in our goals, our vision has become a reality. As we approach our 11th year, we know how much more needs to be done to bridge the cultural gap for future generations in the United Status.
According to the US Census, South Carolina ranked sixth in Latino population growth in the United States. In a time where our country’s immigration is historically growing, businesses are becoming more dependent on the Latino community. The high demand has brought countless workers to our communities in need of a safe haven where advice and service can be provided. Our determination to expand and develop such services for the Latino community drives our small, but powerful staff on a daily basis. Acercamiento Hispano/SC Hispanic Outreach was one of the first agencies in South Carolina to provide free immigration services for Hispanics, assistance to Latino victims of domestic violence, and HIV/AIDS needs assessment and Spanish HIV/AIDS instructors. Through our services we hope to continue helping the Hispanic population become self reliant, proficient in English, understand the United States legal system, and reduce the exploitation of migrant workers.
Carmen Enid Santiago,
Executive Director