Introduction to Latina and Latino American Families and Populations

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Examines the socio-historical and contemporary challenges uniquely represented among Latina and Latino American families and individuals. A Latina/Latino American worldview is utilized in order to better understand the roles, norms and customs, structure, characteristics, and overall system of the Latina/Latino American family. Psychological, sociological, and environmental resources are explored across the micro-macro continuum. Emphasis is on an interdisciplinary and comparative study of race and ethnicity as it impacts the family and overall population. A brief overview of historical and contemporary analysis is discussed. Topics include and are not limited to: working mothers, the impact of immigration and family separation, the changing roles of fathers and influence of machismo, as well as the generational differences within families. Cultural context and considerations are applied to the individual and the family. Identify areas of current social justice practices or agencies and anti-racism action strategies at the local, County, State and Federal levels. 54.00 hours lecture. (Same as HMS-51) (Letter grade only)