Welcome

The mission of the Hispanic Women’s Council is to “support, promote and create opportunities for Hispanic women.”

The Hispanic Women’s Council (HWC) was created by a group of visionary women, primarily from Albuquerque, New Mexico, who were determined to address the under representation of Hispanic women in high-level, decision-making positions. Over several months a series of meetings were held in their living rooms to brainstorm and reach agreement on a broad mission statement, write the bylaws and complete the necessary documents to establish a new non-profit corporation. This was accomplished in 1988.

Members of the HWC represent all walks of life. They include educators, public administrators, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, political office holders, artists, community volunteers, and students. Unique to HWC is an emphasis on a multi-generational membership.

Our activities are designed to promote networking, education, cultural preservation and to celebrate and document the accomplishments of Hispanic women.

HWC Scholarship

Information and applications for the HWC Scholarship for the 2012-2013 academic year are now available. Please visit the scholarship page to learn more.

ABQ Nouveau RetabloTM

HWC is thrilled to announce that the 3rd annual ABQ Nouveau Retablo will be heldon June 2, 2012 in Old Town. For more information please visit our Nouveau Retablo website.