The HWNT Latina Trailblazer Award recognizes women who have achieved significant
success despite the obstacles she has faced along the way. These women have accomplished a “first” and opened the doors of opportunity for other women. HWNT Latina Trailblazers lead by example, embody a positive spirit, work tirelessly to help others, and go above and beyond the call of duty. No matter what their accomplishments, however, they are women who have blazed a trail for others to follow.

Trailblazer Award Recipients

2007 – Judith Zaffirini

2008 – Leticia Van De Putte

2009 – Esperanza “Hope” Andrade

2010 – Hon. Mary Alice P. Cisneros

2011 – Teresa Lozano Long, Ed.D.

2012 – Hon. Eva Guzman

2013 – Yolanda Garcia Olivares

2014 – Hon. Sarah R. Saldana

2015 – Janie Barrera, Dr. Ellen Ochoa, and Lisa Firmin

2016 – Valerie Martinez-Ebers and Michelle Moreno

2017 – Liz Cedillo-Pereira and Nina Vaca

2018 – Se. Sylvia Garcia and Maria Rios

2019 – Justice Dori Contreras and Cynthia Tzintzún Ramirez

2022 – Margie Aguilar, Judge Leticia Hinojosa, and Dr. Nora de Hoyos Comstock