This Council is comprised of representatives from various community service agencies, organizations, and civic leaders, which are concerned about the community. The Council acts as an umbrella for a diverse spectrum of agencies, ranging from the Office of the Mexican Consulate to the Public Library.

The Council works through various programs and organizations to offer the opportunity for exchange of information and networking among members. In acting as place for free and open communication, it works to fill in any gaps in services provided to the community and to create collaborating efforts between agencies.

The Council also acts as a bridge between members, the Hispanic community, and the greater community of Charlotte/Mecklenburg to identify needs, create linkages and promote unity among these groups. Within the Latin American Council of Charlotte, organizations attempt to target key issues of importance in the Hispanic community that need immediate and long-term attention. Through forums for service providers, government officials and the general public, the Council works to educate participants about issues concerning the community. To date, the Latin American Council has embraced topics such as employment training, census, childcare resources, public transportation, public schools, immigration, and discrimination.

The Council is open to any individual, cultural or ethnic group interested in learning more about the Hispanic community and the issues it faces.