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Created by Oliverio Balcells & Juan Carlos Calderon 2005 All Rights Reserved

ABOUT QUINTO SOL

El Quinto Sol, was created in 1993. Initially developed as an arts-related business, El Quinto Sol has evolved its focus into fostering better understanding and improved working relationships between Ethnic communities and businesses, educational institutions, government agencies and other entities.

 

THE MEANING OF EL QUINTO SOL

El Quinto Sol, according to the ancient Aztec calendar, signifies the fifth sun which represent the start,      
the center and the balance of the universe. It is symbolic of the strength of Ollin, meaning movement and 
change. It exemplifies the search for unity, restoration and purification of the personal and environmental 
balance of the Earth.


OUR MISSION AND PURPOSE:

El Quinto Sol is dedicated to the promotion of cultural and environmental diversity, in relation to the positive development of Ethnic communities.

 

OUR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:

Through presentations of workshops, seminars and art events, we hope to inspire a respectful understanding of the vital need to address and promote environmental and cultural issues. Our goal is to share the expertise of professionals, as well as the knowledge and wisdom of Ethnic peoples worldwide, in creating a healthy community,

 

WORKSHOPS & PRESENTATIONS ON CULTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DIVERSITY INITIATIVES:

Such as: Cultural competency, workforce resource strategies, organizing, planning, coalition & grassroots implementations, recruitment, evaluations, public relations, mediation, action plans, leadership development trainings & worshops, historical, and other initiatives.

- Spanish classess for beginners or advanced.

 

* PROGRAM & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS:
- Such as: Neighborhood or community mapping, resource outreach, organizing, planning, coalition & grassroots implementations, recruitment, evaluations, public relations, mediation, action plans, leadership development trainings & worshops, historical documentation, and other initiatives.

 

* ETHNIC ARTS & EVENT PROMOTIONS:
- Organization, planning and resources for exhibits, festivals, shows and other entertainment purposes.

- Presentations and classes on historical, cultural, literature and ethnic themes.

- Art classes and workshops for youth and adults of all ages.

 

* MULTILINGUAL PUBLICATIONS:
- Magazines (hard copy or on-line) - total production, design, editing, translations, marketing, and other services pertaining to your publication.

- In addition, we can provide similar services on books, newsletters, videography, pamphlets, brochures, newswires, and other types of infomation sources.

 

WHY CONTRACT WITH US?

1. Statistics indicate that Ethnic communities are the fastest growing population throughout the United States. With this in mind, it makes good sense to develop diversity initiatives that:

a) develop better community relations
b) develop a more productive and healthy workforce
c) address environmental issues in first language and cultural perspectives
d) grow more successful businesses and programs

2. El Quinto Sol works with a team of experts in the field of cultural, and environmental education, as well as knowledge research.

3. Collectively, El Quinto Sol has numerous years of acquired knowledge pertinent to community resources and program development.

4. More cost effective.

Offers resource services and consultation for Businesses, Organizations, Schools, Community Centers, Government Agencies and others.