FUERZAfest, launched by the Hispanic Federation in 2016, is the first LGBTQ+ Latinx multidisciplinary arts festival in the Northeast. Its primary mission is to celebrate and uplift the vibrant Latinx queer community while addressing pressing issues that affect it.

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Events have been held in various locations, including New York City, Hartford, CT, Orlando, FL, and Charlotte, NC. Each installment has created a location-specific platform to expand dialogue and raise awareness about the intersectionalities, systemic barriers, and threats faced by Latinx LGBTQ+ communities across the United States.

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Through its multifaceted approach and understanding of the critical role that the arts play in telling stories that are often hidden - FUERZAfest serves as a catalyst for social change, nurturing a supportive environment for queer Latinx expression and advocacy. It fosters creative collaboration, artistic expression and honors the rich cultural legacy of Latinx queer artists. FUERZAfest aims to provide a culturally sensitive space that serves as a beacon of support and resilience against discrimination and violence.

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Our hope is to spark a necessary conversation within our communities about who we are, what we value, and how we can stand together to fight injustice.