¡Viva La Chicana! Join us for a Celebration Honoring Chicana Leaders: A Gathering of Empowerment and Inspiration

The Viva La Chicana Awards is a powerful celebration of trailblazing women and dynamic leaders who are shaping our community through their passion, resilience, and transformative impact. This celebrations honors the iconic Dolores Huerta, legendary activist, whose tireless dedication to labor rights, social justice, and equality has empowered countless individuals. Her enduring legacy of courage and advocacy continues to inspire generations, and we are proud to celebrate her profound contributions alongside our extraordinary honorees.

Thursday April 10th 2025
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Latinx Education Collaborative 2301 Lexington Avenue KCMO 64124

A core of our mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering and uniting Chicano/a/e neighborhoods and communities. By amplifying Chicana voices and stories and fostering meaningful connections, we honor the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Chicana identity.

Honorees:

Adelita Leadership Award: Tania Y. Sosa
The Mariposa Award: Monica Mendez
Mujer de Fuerza Award: Gisselle Guardado
Inspiración Chicana Mentor Award: Sue Moreno
Chicana Visionary Award: Christina Loya
Corazón de la Comunidad Award: Marisa Moreno
Emerging Chicana Powerhouse Award: AI Lopez
Icono Cultural Award (Cultural Icon Award): Jenny Mendez

What to Expect

A night of inspiration featuring stories of resilience and triumph.
Performances, cultural highlights, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Opportunities to network and connect with other influential leaders and changemakers.

To purchase tickets, please click on the "donate/purchase ticket" link:

$15.00 tickets include catered dinner, drinks, entertainment and award ceremony.

Latino Foundation for the arts dba Chicano Center for the arts is a not for profit 501C-3 and all donations are tax deductible. Viva La Chicana supports CCA's mission for equity in the arts by providing no cost art mentorship and providing fair pay to art mentors.

¡Viva La Chicana! Celebration Honoring Chicana Leaders: A Gathering of Empowerment and Inspiration

¡Viva La Chicana!