XX Annual Compañeras Women’s & Youth Summit

Dear Supporter, 

At a time when Latino and immigrant communities across Colorado continue to demonstrate resilience, strength, and deep cultural richness—while navigating evolving challenges in access to care, economic stability, and spaces that honor their language and lived experiences,

El Centro AMISTAD invites you to partner with us in a powerful milestone event.

We are honored to present the 20th Annual Compañeras Women’s Summit and Cumbre Juvenil Youth Conference, taking place September 4–5, 2026, at the University Memorial Center (UMC) at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Under the theme “Weaving Our Voices: 20 Years in Community,” this summit will convene more than 350 Latina women and youth for culturally relevant workshops, leadership development, and opportunities for reflection and empowerment.

For 20 years, the Compañeras Summit has engaged over 5,000 participants and delivered more than 400 workshops focused on health equity, education, leadership, and emotional wellbeing. Each year, over 80% of participants report increased confidence and stronger cultural identity.

Special Guest: Lila Downs

Internationally acclaimed artist Lila Downs will headline the event as a special guest, bringing a powerful and deeply personal voice to this milestone gathering. As a proud Oaxacan descendant of Indigenous and Mexican heritage, Downs has built a global career rooted in honoring ancestral traditions, language, and identity—bridging generations through music, storytelling, and cultural preservation.

Through her artistry and advocacy, Downs has consistently uplifted Indigenous communities and amplified the experiences of women navigating identity, migration, and belonging. At the Compañeras Summit, she will share reflections on her journey as a woman, artist, and cultural bearer—offering participants an opportunity to engage with themes of resilience, dignity, and the transformative power of embracing one’s roots.

Her presence represents more than a performance—it is a moment of collective recognition and inspiration. By centering her voice within this space, the summit reinforces the importance of cultural pride, intergenerational knowledge, and the leadership of Latina and Indigenous women in shaping more just and inclusive communities.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Partner | $5,000+
- Premier logo placement
- Media recognition
- EXPO table
- 4 registrations

Friend | $2,500
- Logo placement
- Event recognition
- EXPO table
- 2 registrations

Leader | $1,000
- Program recognition
- Verbal acknowledgment
- Newsletter/web recognition

All donations are 100% tax-deductible (Tax ID: 98-16919-0000).