Dawson será galardonada por su carrera y su papel como activista social
Puerto Rican-American actress, singer, writer, political, social, environmental activist and Voto Latino Co-Founder, Rosario Dawson will be honored with the Latinovator Award at this years seventh annual Hispanicize. The event will take place on April 6th in Miami to celebrate the U.S. Latino talent. Dawsons career includes films such as Men in Black II, 25th Hour, The Rundown, Alexander, Sin City, Death Proof, Unstoppable, among many others. As an activist, she is involved with several philanthropic organizations like Voto Latino, Lower East Side Girls, Global Cool, the ONE Campaign, Operation USA, Oxfam, Amnesty International, Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, the International Rescue Committee, and StayClose.org. “Rosario has used her versatile talents and celebrity to make a difference in a number of communities. We admire immensely that she attaches her name and influence to causes close to her heart. Her work with Voto Latino speaks to the core of what Hispanicize is all about” said Manny Ruiz, Founder and Creative Director of Hispanicize. Established in 2012, the Latinovator Awards recognize Latino celebrities, business professionals and other high achievers who have become crossover successes or whose stories of achievements are remarkable or inspirational. Dawson joins a prestigious roster of awardees that includes Lele Pons, Ozzie Areu and Lizzie Velásquez. Each of the innovators will be presented at a special session to discuss their inspirations, challenges and business habits.