Our Work
Yanina Cuentas, originally hailing from Peru and a Connecticut resident for over three decades, embodies the spirit of empowerment and community support. In 2010, fueled by a passion to uplift Hispanic women facing various societal hurdles including gender bias, cultural barriers, immigration challenges, and language disparities, founded Mujer Hispana Connecticut.
Mujer Hispana Connecticut, operates solely on the dedication of volunteers, eschewing financial gain for the greater mission of empowering women.
Each year, Mujer Hispana Connecticut recognizes the contributions of approximately a dozen Hispanic women nominated for their outstanding work across communities throughout the state. Through this recognition, our group proudly celebrates the strength and determination of women who surpass obstacles, serving as inspirations for themselves, their families, and the broader community.
Yanina's leadership underscores the importance of acknowledging and amplifying the voices and achievements of Hispanic women, fostering a culture of support and empowerment for generations to come.
2023 AWARDS
Maricarmen Cajahuaringa , María Cintrón , Francy Filigrana , Gilma Galdamez , Wanda Huertas , Annette Miranda , Carmen Reyes , Gladys Rios , Graciela Rivera , Yahira Rodriguez y Maribel Vásquez, were honored in 2023 for their outstanding work in the community at Casa Mia at the Hawthorne in Berlin, Connecticut.
2022 AWARDS
In 2022 Ingrid Alvarez, Clarisa Cardone, María Luz Olmino, Estela Morales, Celia Azucar Ricapa, Celaura Estrada, Manuela Canales, María Ernestina Arce, Mercedes Osorio, and Florence Mc Nutt were acknowledged for their dedication to the Hispanic community. The event was held at Casa Mia at the Hawthorne in Berlin, Connecticut.
2020 - 2021 AWARDS
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Flamin Llama Restaurant in Hartford hosted the 10th Tribute of Mujer Hispana Connecticut. The following women were honored: Milagros Acosta, Elena Alegre, Milagros Bustamante, Celia Caicedo, Nora Clark, Patricia DeSena, Gilma Galdámez, Rosalía German, Deana Miguelina Howell, Isis Irizarry, Grecia Limo, Doris Maldonado, Bianca Noroñas, Sofía Segura, and Mónica María Welsh.
2019 AWARDS
At Hartford Public Library, ten women from our community were celebrated, accompanied by music from the Andean group Sin Fronteras.
