A Holiday Season Message from SER National For You and Your Loved Ones
As we celebrate this joyous holiday season and reflect on the past year’s blessings, we are incredibly honored to mark a milestone in our journey—60 years of service and impact. Since 1964, SER Jobs for Progress National, Inc. has remained dedicated to uplifting communities across the country through workforce development, education, and job training. What began as a local initiative to empower Latino communities has become a national movement that provides hope and opportunity to more than one million people every year.
“The holiday season is always special to me because it is a time to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the wonderful privilege of serving with La Familia de SER,” says Ignacio Salazar, President and CEO. “Over the years, I am continually reminded of how vital our work is and how it will always have a place in America—this land of opportunity where limitless possibilities are realized daily. On behalf of SER National and the SER Network of Affiliates, we thank every team member, sponsor, and community partner for making these past 60 years possible. Together, we look forward to many more milestones to come.”
The work of the SER family is rooted in a belief that access to education and job opportunities can transform lives. Workforce development not only transforms individual lives but also fosters economic equity, strengthens communities, and contributes to a more inclusive labor market, helping to bridge gaps in opportunity that persist across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic lines. Programs like those offered through the SER Network of Affiliates help level the playing field, creating pathways to success for individuals, families, and future generations.
As we gather with loved ones during this memorable time of the year, let us remember the power of intention, community, and service. “We each have a purpose in our lives,” says Salazar, “and those of us who are involved in helping our fellow human beings achieve their full potential are truly blessed by our calling and our spirit of sharing. May we, during this celebration season, be thankful for living in a country of bounty and opportunity for all.”
From all of us at La Familia de SER, we wish you a peaceful, joyous holiday season and a New Year filled with renewed hope, purpose, and opportunity, ¡Feliz Navidad!