In April, Hispanic Professionals in Parks and Recreation (HPPR) proudly took part in the 5th Annual Diversity Education Institute, hosted at the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Irwin Center. The event brought together professionals from across Illinois for a day of learning, collaboration, and meaningful conversations centered on celebrating diversity and better serving all communities through parks

Hispanic Professionals in Parks and Recreation (HPPR) is proud to celebrate an exciting milestone in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)—Latin American Spanish translations are now available for key professional certifications! For the first time, the Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Exam, along with the Public Playground Safety Standards and Guidelines book

Cafecito with HPPR – A New Podcast for Hispanic Parks and Recreation Professionals HPPR is proud to introduce Cafecito with HPPR, a brand-new microlearning podcast launching in June 2025! Designed specifically for Hispanic professionals in parks and recreation, this podcast delivers actionable insights in under 30 minutes, making it easy to learn, grow, and stay

Mentorship Program Underway!HPPR’s Mentorship Program is officially in motion! This year, 14 passionate parks and recreation professionals have joined to share knowledge, grow their networks, and support one another through one-on-one mentorship. The program kicked off with a warm and inspiring virtual introductory meeting, where mentors and mentees met for the first time and began

Thank You for Joining the HPPR Illinois Group Picture and Meetup at the IAPD/IPRA Conference! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the HPPR Illinois Group Picture and Meetup at the IAPD/IPRA Conference. It was incredible to connect with so many passionate Hispanic professionals in parks and recreation. Your energy, dedication, and

Congratulations to the HPPR members who attended the 2025 NRPA Director’s School.    We are proud to recognize the HPPR members who attended the 2025 NRPA Directors School, a prestigious professional development program designed to prepare future park and recreation leaders to navigate challenges, enhance operations, and make a lasting impact in their communities. This