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Honoring Latino Leaders Across Chattanooga

Entrance to La Paz Chattanooga’s Community Center.
La Paz Chattanooga
Entrance to La Paz Chattanooga’s Community Center.

La Paz Chattanooga - which serves the city’s Latino community - recognizes emerging excellence through its Latino Leadership Awards.

The nonprofit is now accepting nominations for this year’s awards, set for September 21st at the Westin.

Lily Sanchez is with La Paz.

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