The nomination period for the 2025 Somos Seattle awards starts 3/27/2025 and ends 5/1/25.
Honorees will be recognized for lifetime achievements at our annual Pride Reception - Boat Edition on Friday, 6/13/2025.
We welcome your help in nominating leaders who deserve recognition.
Legacy Award:
Somos Legacy Award is meant to honor and recognize the contributions of Washington’s LGBTQ Latinx individuals who have left a positive generational impact in our communities, advancing the rights, dignity, services, and/or representation of LGBTQ Latinx folks.
Nominees for Somos Legacy Leader Awards should meet these criteria:
Demonstrate a record of public leadership and dedication to LGBTQ causes.
Serve as role models and mentors to others over the years.
Contribute to the appreciation and recognition of LGBTQ & Latinx communities in Washington State.
La Resistencia Award:
The Somos Resistencia Award honors passionate activists who lead the fight against the many challenges facing our LGBTQ+ and Latinx communities, driving change and creating a more just and thriving world for all. Each generation has a role to play in this work.
Nominees for the Somos Resistencia Awards should meet these criteria:
Identified issues impacting the LGBTQ and/or Latinx Community
Launched into action to improve or resolve the challenges facing the LGBTQ and/or Latinx community.
Demonstrated courageous leadership through their work.