fter a serious accident left her unable to walk or work, Diana Pacheco Sanchez discovered that she had not lost her knowledge, faith or ability to build something new. Join her and our other storytellers on Sunday, Nov 1 at the Goodman Community Center at 3 PM

When the career and life that defined her changed, Liliana Espejel began asking a deeper question: Who am I becoming? Her journey connects engineering, immigration, theater, and conscious reinvention. Join her and the women of Midwest on Sunday, Nov 1 at the Goodman Community Center for our annual storytelling event.

Meet Jackie Holland, a bilingual HR leader redefining strength through quiet leadership, self-trust, and the courage to be heard. Meet her and the 2026 Midwest Mujeres' Voices & Dreams Academy cohort on Sunday, November 1 at 3 PM at the Goodman Community Center. Jackie Holland has built a career helping others navigate difficult conversations. Now she is learning that her own quiet voice carries power.

Meet Jacquelyne Garcia, founder of Mystic Cleaning, and discover how starting over, building stronger systems and trusting herself transformed her journey. Jacquelyne Garcia became a young mother without knowing what her future would hold. Today, she leads a growing cleaning company, invests in real estate and is learning that starting over is not the same as giving up. Listen to her story on Sunday, Nov 1 at the Goodman Community Center at 3 PM

Monica Weitzel's professional journey is connected by one purpose: helping people feel welcomed, valued, and part of something meaningful. Join her on Sunday, Nov 1, at the Goodman Community Center at 3 PM for the community altar and at 5 PM for our storytelling show and dinner.

After nearly 10 years in the same job, Luz Padilla returned to school and began building a new career in real estate. At 42, she is proving that it is never too late to begin again. Join her and the women of Midwest Mujeres on Sunday, Nov. 1 at 3 PM at the Goodman Community Center. These women have powerful stories to share with our community. American Dream through the eyes of women of the Americas.

Meet Rosa Edwards, a 2026 Voices & Dreams Academy participant 2026 VOICES AND DREAMS ACADEMY PARTICIPANT SPOTLIGHT "At least now 13 places know your name.” Rosa Edwards has always known that she loves caring for people. She didn't always know how to turn that calling into a visible, sustainable business. As Founder and Care Coordinator of Rosa Cares LLC, Rosa provides compassionate in-home care for seniors and adults with disabilities. She built the company around dignity, pe

This Latino Heritage Month, Midwest Mujeres celebrates 15 women whose stories bring leadership, culture, creativity, and new beginnings to life. What does the American Dream look like through the eyes of women from the Americas—and the communities they now call home? For the women of the 2026 Voices & Dreams Academy, that question holds many answers: building a business, returning to education, creating stability for family, finding community, or giving yourself permission

From cafecito with local Latina leaders to our annual Voices & Dreams Academy graduation (Sunday, November 1) and community Día de los Muertos altar, each event creates space to connect, honor our roots, and celebrate our stories.

Join Voices & Dreams Academy 2026, a bilingual leadership and storytelling program for Latina and Black women. Build confidence, amplify tu voz, and bring your dreams forward. Applications close September 1.