The Hispanic Women's Corporation (HWC) was founded in 1981 as a result of a series of meetings among concerned Latina women. What began as a casual association evolved into intense discussions. Their shared experiences sparked the recognition that Latina women have unique social and cultural challenges and opportunities. Together, they used their diverse backgrounds in corporations, government, and educational institutions to develop a mechanism to empower the Hispanic Women's Corporation.

First held in 1982, the Hispanic Women's Conference has grown to be the largest gathering of Latina women in the nation.

Join us in Phoenix for this two-day high energy national conference that brings together over 2000 women, businesses, community leaders and public officials.

Message from our President

Welcome to the Hispanic Women's Corporation (HWC). The Board of Directors is very excited to launch this site into an era of providing you with up to date information on the latest issues and events within the Latina communities throughout the nation. Furthermore, HWC will plan to showcase the scholars chosen every year and to follow them through their chosen academic programs.

Continuing our Youth Leadership Institute is imperative as we focus on the future of our 500 young Latinas. Many thanks to our sponsors are in order for their assistance throughout the years. We look forward to seeing all of you at the 23nd National Hispanic Women's Conference October 9 and 10, 2008 in Phoenix

- gracias!

Linda Mazon Gutierrez
President, Hispanic Women's Corporation

HWC Mission:
HWC is a model organization, a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation known for being a proactive leader in the development of Latina women. HWC empowers Latina women through its commitment to the culture by promoting education, community involvement, professional advancement and leadership development for the improvement of our cultural quality of life. HWC will be the primary conduit of information and opportunities to benefit the community and instill las ting results toward our future. HWC is also a proud affiliate of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR).

HWC empowers Hispanic women:

• To ensure continual professional development throughout their careers.
• To be responsible, knowledgeable and productive citizen.
• To serve as an effective voice for the community.