New York, September 21st 2026

At Isabella & Ferdinand® Academia de Español™, we believe that Spanish is much more than a language—it is culture, identity, connection, and opportunity.

We are grateful to have been part of this meaningful gathering at El Museo del Barrio in New York, alongside the Embassy of Spain, the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, Friends of the Museum of the American Latino, Aspen Conexión, and other organizations and leaders who share a commitment to strengthening the presence and impact of Spanish in our communities.

We are especially proud of our Founder, Pilar O’Leary, who participated as a speaker at the conference, representing Isabella & Ferdinand and contributing to this important conversation about the growing cultural, educational, and economic power of the Spanish language.

For us, this mission begins with education. Every child who learns to speak, read, and write in Spanish is building a stronger connection to culture while gaining a skill that can open doors to future academic, professional, and global opportunities.

We are proud to be part of a community that recognizes the value of Spanish today and invests in its future.

Our language connects us. Our culture strengthens us. Spanish opens doors to the world.