The recent ICE raids in Chicago and throughout the country are a targeted attack to divide the Latino community under the pretext of national policy enforcement. These raids threaten immigrant families that make up the backbone of our society.The United States would be nothing without immigrants. Immigrants embody resilience, hope, and the very spirit of … Continue reading Our Statement on the Recent ICE Raids
Applications For Our 2025-26 Mentorship Cohort Are Live!
Applications to join our cohort of mentees for 2025-26 are open now until the end of July! To submit your application please follow the following link: https://shorturl.at/PQfn8
Application Material Review
Navigating an application process can be especially challenging if you are a first-generation student or professional. We understand the unique hurdles you face and are here to support you every step of the way. We offer free review services to help ensure your application materials truly reflect your potential. Our experienced mentors provide personalized feedback … Continue reading Application Material Review
Our Mentorship Program is Underway!
Esfuerzo kicked off our mentorship program where lawyers, law students, and undergraduates provide mentorship for students who are pursuing legal careers. Our mentorship program is catered towards students from high school and onwards who are interested in applying to law school. Mentorship can be beneficial by providing academic tips, career support, and valuable networking. If … Continue reading Our Mentorship Program is Underway!
List of Scholarships for College Applicants
If you are thinking of applying to college and are looking for options to fund your education, consider applying to any of the following scholarships. Much of this research was provided by Camila Bautista, Questbridge Scholar at Yale University. Questbridge National College Match Timeline: Opens: August-September Due: September 26, 2024 11:59 P.T. What is it? … Continue reading List of Scholarships for College Applicants
Esfuerzo Hosts Inaugural Meeting
Last Sunday, July 28th, we held our introduction meeting at the Rudy Lozano Library in Pilsen! Thank you to everyone who came out. It was a great opportunity to meet with members of our community, students, and attorneys interested in mentoring the next generation of Latino attorneys. In our meeting, Mateo Olvera-Sandoval and Antonio Rios … Continue reading Esfuerzo Hosts Inaugural Meeting
About the Founder
Hello! My name is Mateo Olvera-Sandoval. I am originally from the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. My mother dedicated her life to the community as a social worker and an educator, and my father emigrated to the U.S. from Mexico and worked as a truck driver. As the first in my family to pursue a legal … Continue reading About the Founder
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