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Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga on MSNBC with Jose Diaz-Balart
Published by De Alba Communications Half Moon Bay Mass Shooting killing seven farmworkers. Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga attends President Biden State of The Union Address. She is the Executive Director of Ayudando Latinos A Soñar (ALAS) / Helping Latinos to Dream! She speaks with Host Jose Diaz-Balart about our farmworkers and need to take action to make their lives better, human rights and to make change. Source: https://youtube.com/watch?v=8MW5BMBZxDY&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE
Feb 8, 20231 min read


Leader of group helping Half Moon Bay farmworkers after mass shooting to attend State of the Union
Author: Gloria Rodriguez, ABC7 Published: Tuesday, February 7, 2023 The founder of Half Moon Bay farmworker advocacy group ALAS hopes to "continue to highlight the narrative of human rights for farmworkers," as she travels to Washington. WASHINGTON (KGO) -- The founder of the farmworker advocacy group ALAS will attend the President's State of the Union address Tuesday night. Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga tells ABC7 it's an honor to be in Washington and that she's excited. She
Feb 7, 20232 min read


Half Moon Bay farmworker advocate invited to State of the Union
By Daily Journal Staff Published: February 3, 2023 Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga, founder and executive director of Ayudando Latinos a Soñar, which has been front and center in supporting the farmworker families affected by the mass shooting Jan. 23, will attend President Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address, Tuesday, Feb. 7. The mass shooting of seven farmworkers in Half Moon Bay exposed their deplorable living conditions and low pay and Herna
Feb 3, 20232 min read


Community group ALAS helping Peninsula farmworkers impacted by storms
Author: Gianna Franco CBS San Francisco Published: January 19, 2023 HALF MOON BAY -- The flood of storms that hit the Bay Area these last few weeks have left their mark on our roads, rivers and fields. The agricultural community in areas like Half Moon Bay and Pescadero are having to adjust, leaving many farm workers out of work. Joaquin Jimenez is the Farmworker Program Director for ALAS, an organization in Half Moon Bay that helps local workers in the agricultural community
Jan 19, 20232 min read


Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga on new health service for farmworkers
Dr. Belinda Hernandez-Arriaga on new mobile research center for mental and medical care for farmworkers.
Dec 9, 20221 min read


Community Invited to Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Farmworker Equity Express Bus
ALAS invites the community to the unveiling and ribbon-cutting ceremony of its colorful, state-of-the-art green tech retrofitted double...
Dec 5, 20224 min read


The innovative plan to deliver health care to Peninsula farmworkers
ALAS conducted a survey of the farmworkers which revealed that many aren't visiting the doctor as often as they should both because they...
Aug 2, 20223 min read


City of HMB lays plans for affordable farmworker housing
City leaders are hearing a proposal to put 40 housing units on land the city owns at 555 Kelly Ave. The housing would be restricted to...
Jul 27, 20224 min read


Transportation program for agricultural workers to be launched
San Mateo County farmworkers will soon be able to access health care resources via a double-decker bus, thanks to a new program...
Jul 21, 20223 min read


Effort to bridge equity gap for farmworkers in San Mateo County Coastside
A new program developed in partnership with Life
Science Cares Bay Area and ALAS (Ayudando Latinos a Soñar) will work toward bridging...
Jul 19, 20223 min read


ALAS Provides Free Summer Camp Giving Coastside Children Opportunities Often Out of Reach
Three-week program combines cultural arts, academics, outdoor adventures, meals, and mentorship at no cost to families, July 13- July 31, 2026. HALF MOON BAY, Calif. — For many families, summer camp is a cherished childhood experience, but one that often comes with a significant financial barrier. Full-day summer camps can cost hundreds of dollars per week, with many specialized programs costing even more, making these opportunities out of reach for many working families. To


ALAS Partners with La Machi to Strengthen Storytelling, Expand Impact, and Build the Future of Community Advocacy
New partnership will strengthen ALAS's (Ayudando Latinos A Soñar) digital strategy and help share the stories of Latino farmworkers and families with a broader community of supporters and advocates. For more than a decade, ALAS (Ayudando Latinos A Soñar) has been a beacon of hope for Latino farmworkers and essential workers on California's Coastside. What began in 2011 with a simple but powerful vision—to honor the hopes and dreams of Latino families through culture and commu


Half Moon Bay unveils mural celebrating immigrant, farmworker communities
By: Alise Maripuu Published: June 30, 2026. Belinda Hernandez Arriaga, founder and CEO of Ayudando Latinos A Soñar (ALAS), cuts the ribbon on a new mural in downtown Half Moon Bay on Friday, June 26, 2026. It was painted by Rafael Blanco, a muralist whose public art can be seen throughout the country. (Jeff Regan via Bay City News) A crowd of farmworkers, city officials, residents, and members of Half Moon Bay’s immigrant community recently celebrated the completion of a vibr
Ayudando Latinos A Soñar provides outreach, PPE and support to Bay Area farmworkers during pandemic
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