Television Program


"En Familia" is the only weekly Spanish TV program for the Latino community in Minnesota. "En Familia" celebrated its fifth year of production and has received broad community recognition. The show is aired every Saturday at 5:00 p.m. on MTN channel 17 and from July to October every Sunday at 9:30 p.m. on TPT-MN.

"En Familia" brings information and resources, and empowers its viewers to thrive and contribute to the strength of the community. Topics discussed include: education, community development, programs and resources in the community, prevention, health, housing, and many others.

Created by E&B Productions, the program is produced and hosted by Eloisa Echávez, Executive Director of La Oportunidad, Inc. The interviewees are well-known community members as well as other individuals who work to improve the quality of life for Latinos in Minnesota.

People and organizations who sponsor "En Familia" receive in exchange full screen credits in each program during the year. For more information, suggestions, or to sponsor this program, please contact Eloisa Echavez at 612-872-6165.

Partial List of Themes

  • Educational System
  • School Success
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Parenting Education
  • Adult Basic Education
  • Community Development
  • Resources in the community
  • Organizations and Services
  • Economic Development
  • Community Programs
  • Family and Society
  • Youth Activities
  • Boy Scouts
  • Family Values
  • Supporting Young Mothers
  • Social Problems
  • Community Centers
  • Wisdom and Tradition
  • Person of the Year
  • Natural Resources
  • Community Participation
  • Volunteerism
  • Neighborhood Safety
  • Accident Prevention
  • Community Leadership
  • Labor Rights
  • Immigration
  • Labor Legislation
  • Housing
  • Science and Health
  • H.I.V. and AIDS
  • Prenatal Care
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes and Nutrition
  • Obesity
  • Exercise and Health