WHO WE ARE

Since its founding in 2013, Dominicanos USA (DUSA) has become one of the most renowned and respected Latino organizations in New York City. Its two seminal programs – one on voter registration and mobilization and the other a free-of-charge citizenship application assistance clinic – have reached and engaged thousands of Latino individuals with bilingual information critical to their civic participation. DUSA’s newest program, DUSA Tech, and DUSA Codes create life-changing technology experiences that encourage students to shape their future while teaching the importance of civic engagement.

MISSION

Empowering the Dominican-American community and giving them a voice through civic, social, and economic engagement.

VISION

That every person living in the U.S. can freely exercise their civic rights, realize their full potential, and capitalize on opportunities this country has to offer. Our contribution to making this vision a reality begins with our work in the Dominican-American community.

OUR VALUES

Confidence and Authenticity
Reliable and Trustworthy
Social and Cultural Competence

OUR WORK

Voter Education, Registration & Mobilization

DUSA has its roots firmly planted in efforts to register and mobilize Dominican Americans to Get-Out-The-Vote, often referred to as GOTV. Using cutting-edge technology, its staff, and teams of volunteer youth ambassadors, DUSA is able to reach Latinos across the city with its bilingual campaigns and messaging – including those that are hard to reach because of structural barriers like limited English proficiency, poverty, and lack of education. Whether conducting online or in-person events or using traditional street outreach, DUSA has achieved unparalleled results.

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Citizenship

The DUSA Citizenship program was launched in August 2016 to further address the growing need to support eligible legal permanent residents in their efforts to become U.S. citizens. Since then we have achieved unprecedented results:

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Ambassadors Program

Our youth ambassadors program is a unique opportunity for young people to get involved in civic engagement and make a difference in their communities. The program would provide training and resources to young people, empowering them to become leaders in their schools and neighborhoods.

Our Team

Board of Directors

Manuel Matos
President
Anyarlene Berges
Secretary
Cristian Cabral
Treasurer
Eduardo Cuesta
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Leadership

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Eddie Cuesta
Executive Director
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Eliana Santos
Director

Staff

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Sonia Santana
Program Coordinator
Chica Chaqueta Crema
Carol Peña
Program Assistant
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Winnifer González
Program Associate
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Alicia Arana
Immigration Attorney
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Leonel Gomez
Developer & DUSA Tech Manager
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Jessi Rodriguez
Esports Coordinator
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Carlos Sánchez
Civic Engagement & Outreach Coordinator
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Nancy Ramirez
Outreach Specialist