The Heart of Our Mission
Spanish for Social Justice was born from a shared belief that language is a tool for collective action. We created this space to equip New England organizers with the linguistic tools and cultural grounding necessary to build authentic solidarity. Our collaboration is rooted in the conviction that language justice is not just a service, but a fundamental pillar of community power and collective dignity.
José R. Guzmán
Spanish Professor & Latin American Literature Scholar
With over 20 years of experience teaching at U.S. universities, José R. Guzmán holds a PhD in Latin American Literature and has delivered numerous lectures on regional cultural topics. He is the author of "De ti nací y a ti vuelvo," bringing deep academic rigor to our mission.
Jonathan Paz
Community Organizer & Language Educator
Jonathan has taught at the Boston Language Institute and led frontline organizing in labor and immigration advocacy, co-launching Fuerza Waltham and the LUCE hotline. He has helped train thousands in ICE activity documentation and helped pass landmark Massachusetts legislation like the Work and Family Mobility Act. He now integrates this deep advocacy experience into his educational work.
Our Philosophy
- Community-Centered: We prioritize language as a tool for building relationships and collective power within our local movements.
- Justice-Driven: Our curriculum is rooted in the daily struggles for systemic change, from housing defense to labor solidarity.
- Accessible Learning: We believe in breaking down linguistic barriers through approachable, practical, and grounded pedagogy.