2026
LÍDERES
Dinner Celebration
October 3, 2026
Grand Junction
An evening celebrating leadership in Western Colorado
The Líderes Dinner Celebration will bring together community leaders, advocates, elected officials, nonprofit partners, and supporters to honor Latino leaders and allies whose work has strengthened communities across Western Colorado.
The evening will conclude with live music.
Voces Unidas is a rural nonprofit organization with offices in Grand Junction, Glenwood Springs, Avon, Frisco and Denver.
Awards and Recognitions
2026 Legislator of the Year
Our highest legislative honor, recognizing one lawmaker who stood above the rest by partnering with rural Latinos to turn community priorities into legislation and deliver meaningful results for our communities.
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State Representative Elizabeth Velasco
2026 Legislative Champions
Recognizing lawmakers who earned an A+ on the 2026 Voces Unidas Legislative Scorecard and showed exceptional leadership on issues important to rural Latinos.
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State Representative Yara Zokaie
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State Senator Iman Jodeh
2026 Education Champions
Recognizing community leaders who broke barriers as elected school board members and are demanding the reforms and accountability needed for Latino children to receive the education they deserve.
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José Luis Chavez, Board of Education, Mesa County Valley School District 51
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Jasmin Ramirez, Board of Education, Roaring Fork School District
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Consuelo Redhorse, Board of Education, Summit County School District
2026 Community Champions
Recognizing the rising stars and unsung heroes doing the work in their communities every day, nominated by the people who see their leadership and impact firsthand.
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To be announced
To nominate a leader, click here. Nominations close on Sept. 3, 2026.
Speakers and Special Guests
List is still in formation. Check back soon for complete list.