In a move to address the urgent need for reliable immigration information, the Hispanic Information Telecommunications Network (HITN) has teamed up with Impacto, Philadelphia's Latino newspaper of record, to present a special television program focused on immigration. The program, set to air nationally on Sunday, August 16, at 9 a.m., will offer Hispanic audiences across the United States access to legal information and consular resources. It will subsequently be available for free on the HITN Go app, with no account required.
Hosted by journalist Haydeé Rosario Latorre, the program features immigration attorney Gladys Carredeguas, who will address legal considerations related to immigration processes and emphasize the importance of seeking qualified professional advice before making decisions that could affect an individual's or family's immigration status. The program will also feature Marcos Bucio M., consul general of Mexico in New York, who will discuss the guidance, protection, and support services available through Mexico's consular network to Mexican communities across the United States.
The collaboration grew out of Impacto's publication of an informational guide on immigration issues affecting communities in Pennsylvania. Through the television program, HITN and Impacto are expanding the reach of that information to a national Hispanic audience. "From an information and outreach perspective, the work of Impacto is particularly relevant at this time," said Michael D. Nieves, president and CEO of HITN. "We wanted to expand that message so it could reach HITN viewers and create a broader ripple effect supported by legal and consular information. Access to accurate and reliable information is essential, which is why anyone will be able to watch this program for free on the HITN Go app, without having to create an account."
As part of its commitment to community journalism, Impacto had already published a special print edition designed to help residents better understand immigration policies, stay informed about their rights, assess their individual circumstances, and identify resources that may help them make informed decisions for themselves and their families. The special program reinforces the partnership between HITN and Impacto and their shared commitment to providing Hispanic communities with accessible, reliable, and relevant information on issues affecting their daily lives.
The importance of this program cannot be overstated. With immigration policies constantly evolving and impacting millions of Hispanic families, access to accurate legal and consular information is crucial. By making the program available for free on the HITN Go app, HITN ensures that anyone, regardless of subscription status, can benefit from this vital resource. The inclusion of a Mexican consulate official underscores the transnational scope of immigration issues and the need for consular support.
HITN, the leading Spanish-language public media network, reaches more than 35 million homes in the United States and Puerto Rico through various providers, including DIRECTV, AT&T U-verse, DISH Network, Verizon FiOS TV, Comcast Xfinity, and Charter Spectrum. The HITN GO app is available on Apple, Android, Apple TV, and Roku with a subscription, but this special program will be accessible without an account, reflecting HITN's commitment to public service.
Impacto, based in Hunting Park, North Philadelphia, is Philadelphia's Latino newspaper of record. Founded in 2003 and relaunched in 2020 with a focus on community journalism, it publishes three print editions each month in Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania, along with weekly digital editions and ongoing online coverage. The newspaper is distributed free of charge door-to-door throughout North Philadelphia and at additional locations across the city and state.
For more information about HITN and its programming, visit HITN.org or hitn.tv. For more information about Impacto, visit www.impactomedia.com.
