JCRC-NY to Honor New York Leaders Strengthening Jewish–Latino Relations at Annual Somos Reception

SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO (11/05/2025) (readMedia)-- On Thursday, JCRC-NY will host its annual Somos reception, honoring leaders who have strengthened relationships between Jewish and Latino communities in New York. The event will also feature the presentation of JCRC-NY's inaugural Mensch of the Year Award. All other honorees will be receiving JCRC-NY's Amistad Award.

In addition, JCRC-NY will unveil a Jewish-Latino Heritage Gallery Wall, showcasing the deep-rooted connections between Jewish and Latino communities throughout history.

The event is co-sponsored by UJA-Federation of New York and Spectrum.

WHO:

Honorees:

Henry A. Garrido, Executive Director, District Council 37, who will be receiving the inaugural Mensch of the Year award

Melissa Aviles-Ramos, Chancellor, New York City Public Schools

Kenny Burgos, CEO, New York Apartment Association

Marcos Crespo, Senior Vice President of Community Affairs, Montefiore Einstein

Anthony Perez, former Bronx Borough Commissioner, New York City Department of Transportation

Iris Rodriguez-Rosa, Commissioner, New York City Department of Parks and Recreation
WHAT:

The annual JCRC-NY Somos reception where six Latino leaders in New York will be honored for their dedication to strengthening the ties between Jewish and Latino communities.
WHEN: Thursday November 06, 2025 at 05:30PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
WHERE: Los Rosales Room
El Caribe Hilton
San Juan, Puerto Rico
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