ABOUT US

ABOUT US

Who We Are

BIHD is a 501c3 non-profit organization is dedicated to promoting and strengthening relations between Latino communities and other institutions that share our vision of global improvement through building strong relationships. BIHD through its program, Casa Mexico-USA (CMUSA), restores disintegrated communities by initiating and promoting programs in education, health and medical access, legal assistance, advocacy, socio-economic development and language skills. BIHD plays a leadership role in advocating for immigrant integration initiatives with community leaders. Keeping families connected successfully when living in a different country can be challenging. We empower communities, families, and individuals so they can integrate themselves to the American society, by becoming productive and active members of society.

Our Mission

The Binational Institute of Human Development (BIHD) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower and integrate the immigrant community into mainstream society, ease transition and serve as a bridge between communities, through advocacy, equality in education, healthcare and above all, economic development.

Our Vision

Strengthen the presence, influence and impact of Binational Institute for Human Development in the political, economic, cultural and educational arenas. Keeping families connected successfully when living in a different country can be challenging. We empower communities, families, and individuals so they can integrate themselves to the American society, by becoming productive and active members of society. Our goal is to influence and contribute to the local  municipal, state and federal governments to provide a smooth path to community integration.

The Binational Institute of Human Development (BIHD) is a non-profit organization with a clear mission – to empower and integrate the immigrant community and other marginalized groups into American society. We strive to achieve our mission through efficient, effective, and sensitive programs and services. As an organization, we serve as a bridge between institutions, governmental agencies, corporations, and the communities we serve, advocating for equality in education, healthcare, human rights, and economic development. Our main programs, the Immigration & Legal Center, Casa Mexico-USA, Casa Guatemala-USA, and our Small Business Development Center, are designed to address the specific needs of our communities and provide them with the resources they need to thrive. At BIHD, we are committed to creating a more just and equitable society for all.

BOARD – STAFF 2023

 

STAFF

 

Netza Roldan, CEO

Jessica Mendez, Director of Operations

Rosa Gaytan, Community Relations and SBDC Director

Alison Hamilton, Direct of programs and administration

Norma Uriostegui, Community Outreach and Customer Service

Bernardo Mendez, Director International Relations, Business Advisor

Tatyana Vaskanish, Manager Easter European Communities

LEGAL TEAM

 

Juan Manuel Soliz, Esq. – Senior Legal Counsel

Jack Weinrauch Esq. – Senior Legal Counsel

Barbara Strickland. Esq. – Senior Attorney

Shannah Sacco –  Staff JD candidate

 

Board Members:

Mark Perez, Chair

Jack Weinrauch, Vice Chair

Silvia Bilancia, Secretary

Pedro Cabrales, Treasurer

Tatyana Vaskanish, Board member

Fanjua Rivas, Board member

Darlene Williams, Board member