Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Las Comadres News Network (LCNN)?
A: Las Comadres is defined by two elements: monthly face-to-face gatherings called comadrazos(sm) and daily email service to the many city networks that make up the organization (LCNN). Las Comadres is a city-based community building/networking group for Latinas to learn about and celebrate the Latino culture and share professional, social and cultural connections. Educational and enrichment activities and opportunities are provided both by Las Comadres and many community groups whose information is shared via this network.

Q: How do I join Las Comadres?
A: Click here to join the Las Comadres para las Americas. 

Q: How much does it cost to join?
A: Las Comadres is free and does not compete with any membership organizations. Everything we do is through a self-selection process. You register to receive the emails and participation at any event is optional. Should you wish to show your support, donations are gratefully accepted!  

Q: Can non-Latinas join Las Comadres?
A: Yes, if you are married to a Latino.

Q: What topics are typical on the Las Comadres email list?
A: Subscribers share info about education, employment, real estate, fundraisers, community resources. We also have created special interest groups which are particular to a given city or many cities. Special interest groups include groups on gardening, books, writing, film, wine, food, health, etc, Ask for more info on special interest groups in your city.

Q: What are my options for receiving Las Comadres email?
A: Choose Individual and you will receive each email individually as it is sent. Choose Digest and you will receive the email posts several times a day. Choose Web and you can read the emails online. 

Q: Whom should I contact if I am having problems with, or have questions about my Las Comadres list subscription?
A: Send an email to noracomstockphd (at) lascomadres.org

Q: What is a comadrazo^(sm) and where are they held?
A: A comadrazo^(sm) is an informal gathering of Latinas for the purpose of getting to know one another in order to build friendships and professional and personal support systems. But a COMADRAZO is not a party! It is a gathering with a specific purpose: to meet and build meaningful relationships with other comadres to support each other, our families, and our communities. The comadrazos^(sm) are held in the homes of members until they are too large to accommodate the numbers attending. 

Q: I've signed up, and want to host a Comadrazo(sm)! How do I volunteer my home?
A: Click ->here<-, fill out the form, and we'll contact you!

Q: Is there an online archive of Las Comadres messages?
A: Yes but you must be a subscriber to the list to and have web access to yahoogroups in order to access this information. 

Q: Are there any programs offered through Las Comadres?
Yes. We plan programs in 2008 to provide training for our comadres in public policy, candidacy for office, citizenship, servant leadership, and more. But don't worry- once you've joined- you'll be informed!