An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow
confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.

- Martin Luther King

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

LATINOS COMMUNITY IN QUEEN

Latinos are an dispensable part of the borough in Queens.

The main groups in Latino community are Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Dominican
Republic.

Many Dominicans have settled in Corona and Woodside.
Colombians live close to Jackson Heights and Roosevelt Avenue.

Emigration from Colombia by economic, social an security issues.

The culture of Colombians go back to Spain.

Colombians consider themselves Roman Catholics.

Colombians use the appropriate greeting, good morning, good bye , good afternoon.

Colombians considered a girl' 15th birthday is important customs.
When going to Colombia to vacation. bring gifts presents for the family.

The events are National holiday in Colombia include Independent Day.
Carnival is celebrated 4 days is broadly recognized all over the word.

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