AWARDS
Who Do We Recognize?
Manos Unidas
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As part of our collaboration with the community, the Latina Symposium recognizes the contribution of women who lead projects that help others grow, in the Latino community. Each year the Symposium pays a tribute to a Latina woman who demonstrates an unbreakable and passionate commitment to our community. This year, we made an open call for you to nominate all the women leaders who connect, empower and help our Latino community grow. It is with great joy that we announce the winner of the 2018 Manos Unidas Award: Ms. Miriam Vargas
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Miriam Vargas
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2018 Manos Unidas Award Winner
2018 Manos Unidas Award Winner was selected based on the following criteria:
10 years or more of community work Latin origin: Miriam is Argentinian. Impact on the community: Program to teach women how to drive. Casino Road program for women to get their GED. Group of Committed Mothers who help each other. Social Justice: Miriam advocates for women to have the opportunity to study, become involved in the community and become leaders. Long-term vision: Miriam has the vision to create a non-profit organization to help women study and become leaders. |
AWARD WINNERS
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2017 - Manos Unidas Award - Analía Bertoni
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2016 - Puño De Oro Award - Maru Mora Villalpando
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2015 - Pluma De Oro Award - Leticia Nieto
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