The Class of 2026

Nominees

Each nominee is recognized for documented impact within her field — and for the infrastructure she leaves behind.

Entertainment

Valentina Ruiz

Actor and producer building a new canon of Latina-led cinema.

Business

Founder scaling capital access for Latina-owned enterprises.

Culture

Curator and writer reframing the Latin American art canon.

Leadership

Policy strategist behind landmark language-access legislation.

Sports

Athlete and coach building elite pathways for young women.

Creative Excellence

Creative director whose campaign work redefined luxury casting.

Community Impact

Organizer whose network feeds and houses thousands annually.

Media

Investigative journalist covering labor across the Americas.