Sandra Hernández (1952-2007) Born and raised in the South Bronx, Sandra Hernández was once a homeless mother suffering from substance abuse problems. Her strong willpower eventually helped her escape from that troubled life and to move from self-help to helping others. Sandra Hernández was the founder and director of the Freedom Community Center (Freedom), which was created to improve the quality of life for residents … Continue reading Meet Our 2016 Honorees
Join the Committee to Honor Puerto Rican Women on INTERNATIONAL WORKING WOMEN’S DAY Celebrating Puerto Rican Women: Today, Tomorrow and Always! Paying Tribute to: Esperanza Martell, Amanda Matos and the late Sandra Hernandez with the Adelfa Vera Award! SATURDAY, MARCH 5th 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm P.S. 109 Art Gallery 215 East 99th Street With live performances by Circa 95, Taína Asili, and Bomba Yo! and featuring artisans & vendors! Bring … Continue reading Join us on March 5th, 2016 to honor three dynamic Boricua women
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release: February 15, 2016 CONTACT: Lillian Jimenez, 646-335-3375 New York, NY. – The Committee to Honor Puerto Rican Women on International Working Women’s Day, once again will host their annual event Celebrating the Puerto Rican Woman: Today, Tomorrow and Always, at P.S. 109 Gallery, 215 East 99th Street, March 5th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. “Every year, we discover that … Continue reading Join us as we honor Esperanza Martell, Amanda Matos & the late Sandra Hernandez
