While significant progress has been made by Latinx and Hispanic Americans in the workplace, the ongoing struggle for racial equity and advancement persists. A recent survey revealed that Latino and Hispanic professionals in corporate America feel overlooked, not accepted, stereotyped, and underappreciated at work. Only 10% of managers and 5% of executives in the US professional workforce identify as Hispanic or Latino, and 40% of mid-level managers don’t see future growth opportunities. Many Hispanic and Latino professionals surveyed also reported that they felt it was necessary to diminish aspects of their personalities, such as communication and clothing styles, in the workplace. Further, more than 66% had mentors who encouraged them to do so.
Check out our infographic below to learn more about Latinx and Hispanic Americans in the workplace.
Sources: https://unidosus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/unidosus_latinoinclusionlandscape.pdf | https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/labs-initiatives/slei
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