Miguel To Be Honored With Powerhouse Impact Award By NHMC

October 12, 2023

Miguel attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. 
Photo: Amy Sussman, Getty Images

The celebration honors Latine individuals who are working to create a more inclusive society.

From Vibe: Miguel has been announced as the 2023 recipient of the Powerhouse Impact Award from the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC). The R&B singer is being recognized among a group of esteemed individuals described as “truly making an impact, shifting societal narratives, and setting an example for Latine communities.

The annual event is set to take place on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at the Vibiana in downtown Los Angeles and will be co-hosted by actor and activist Francia Raisa and entertainment host and speaker MJ Acosta-Ruiz. The event will also feature additional appearances from U.S. Representative Joaquin Castro (D-TX), presenter Gloria Calderón Kellett, Harvey Guillén, Yvett Merino, and more.

Additional honorees, participants, and talent for this year’s gala will be announced at a later date.

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National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is a 40+ year old 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan, civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward Latino and marginalized communities.

We advance Latino visibility and influence from the halls of Washington, D.C., to the studios of Hollywood. Through our media advocacy and workforce development initiatives, NHMC creates spaces where diverse creators can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our Series Scriptwriters Program, Latinx Stream Showcase, Creators Networking Program, Careers in Entertainment Youth Program, and Media Advocacy Fellowships serve as both incubators and pipelines, preparing the next generation of storytellers, advocates, and industry leaders. Through mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and direct access to entertainment executives, these programs help transform emerging talent into lasting industry voices while expanding authentic representation across media.

We lead the work to eliminate online hate and disinformation across media platforms. We advocate in the space of Artificial Intelligence when it intersects with civil & human rights, including making sure Latino-Interest and children’s protections are included in AI initiatives and implementations. We advocate for the Affordable Connectivity Program, Lifeline Program, Net Neutrality protections, and closing the digital divide for Latino and other marginalized communities. NHMC works in partnership with other social justice organizations to safeguard democracy in the United States of America.

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