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Multicultural Engagement

Mission

The Multicultural Engagement (ME) Division serves diverse cultural, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQIA+, and all ability communities through building trusted relationships, creating opportunities for engagement, and cultivating a sense of belonging among those in our community.

For more information, contact Multicultural Liaison, Elham Khairi, at 804-501-5844 or [email protected].

MHA

My Henrico Academy (MHA) Program

MHA Ambassador Meetings

For more information, contact [email protected].

National Hispanic American Heritage Month, also known as Hispanic Heritage Month, has been observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as a national holiday since 1988. We continue to honor and recognize the important contributions, diverse cultures and inseparable history of individuals whose lineage is connected to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Learn more about Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month.

Henrico Libraries

Henrico County Public Library is looking forward to commemorating the occasion with a variety of programs. We invite you to learn about local Latino history, play games with family, enjoy films, cook, craft, and more. Of course, we also encourage you to explore our collection for titles that highlight the culture, history, and impact of the Hispanic and Latino community.

Check out the Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month’s Programs.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker

During the Henrico County Board of Supervisors Meeting on Tuesday, September 22, resident Yuriko Ota (pictured on the far right), a native of Peru, graduate of My Henrico Academy and founder of the Silk and Sol bakery in Glen Allen, said she is grateful to be part of the Henrico community.

“I have seen how powerful it is when people can share their heritage and feel that their culture is genuinely welcomed,” she said. Ms. Ota was invited to bring comments during the board meeting in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Visit ME Heritage and Identity sites for information, events and more!

February

Black History Month

March

Women’s History Month

April

Arab American Heritage Month

May

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander American Month

Sept. 15 – Oct. 15

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Hispanic Heritage Month

May

Jewish American Heritage Month

November

Native American Heritage Month

June

LGBTQ Pride Month

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Henrico County provides residents with interpretation and translation support in more than 200 languages.

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