The Connecticut General Assembly

Dia de la Comunidad 2013

Rep. Pat Dillon wants more translators and cultural sensitivity in the delivery of state services. At
Dia de la Comunidad, Rep. Dillon spoke about addressing the behavioral health needs of a diverse
New Haven community.

Rep. Dillon, speaking at event at Fair Haven Middle School, said the state needs to make sure
service providers have translators available.

Rep Dillon with Luis Miguel Anez

Dia de Communidad Dia de la Communidad 2013 is a collaboration of advocacy groups, service

providers, the state, and CMHC.

The Latino population in New Haven has grown, and today is also more diverse, with families from
many countries and cultural traditions.

Room 4100 • Legislative Office Building • Hartford, CT 06106-1591 • (860) 240-8500

*Stats from Latino and Puerto Rican Affairs Commission