Political Latinxs United for Movement and Action in Society

Club Description

The mission of Political Latinxs United for Movement and Action in Society (PLUMAS) is to engage the Latinx community, its supporters at UVa, and the surrounding area by providing a safe, proactive space for students to vocalize and discuss substantive social justice issues affecting the Latinx community both on Grounds, the Greater Charlottesville Community, the United States and Latin America. PLUMAS seeks to create civic engagement and awareness of social and political issues through education, advocacy, and direct action. We recognize the diversity within the movement as our membership comprises of individuals from various nationalities, ethnicities, and genders. As such, membership in PLUMAS is not limited to members who are of Latinx ancestry. We welcome any individual no matter their creed, religion, race, sexual orientation, individual identity, and experience level. All offices shall be held by currently enrolled students.