Salvador Ruiz, Cofounder and Executive Director of Moving Arts Española Honored

Salvador Ruiz, Cofounder and Executive Director of Moving Arts Española, Presented with Congressional Record and Honored by Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez

Salvador Ruiz, Cofounder and Executive Director of Moving Arts Española, Presented with Congressional Record and Honored by Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez

Salvador Ruiz, Cofounder and Executive Director of Moving Arts Española, Presented with
Congressional Record and Honored by Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. – Salvador Ruiz, 2022 Univisionario recipient, Executive Director and
Co-Founder of Moving Arts Española was presented with a prestigious accolade on February 20,
2024. Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez, representing District 3, presented Salvador Ruiz
the Congressional Record from Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in recognition of his outstanding
contributions to his community through his exemplary work at Moving Arts Española.

The presentation, held at Moving Arts Española, was a momentous occasion attended by the
students, families and instructors of Moving Arts Española. Congresswoman Leger Fernandez
personally visited the facility and engaged with the students and families benefiting from Ruiz's steadfast leadership. As a token of appreciation for his dedication and impact, she presented Ruiz with a flag flown over the United States Capitol.

Humbled and deeply honored, Ruiz expressed that this recognition belongs to the entire
community. He reiterated his commitment to serving and uplifting the community through the
transformative power of the arts.

Congresswoman Leger Fernandez applauded the work of Moving Arts Española, emphasizing
its pivotal role in fostering creativity, empowerment, and positive change. Some of the most
amazing things we do in our community are made possible through the dedication and passion of organizations like Moving Arts Española, remarked Congresswoman Leger Fernandez.

Under the leadership of Salvador Ruiz since opening in 2008, Moving Arts Española has been
instrumental in providing access to arts education, promoting cultural enrichment, and
empowering youth to reach their full potential. Through innovative programs and collaborative
initiatives, the organization continues to make a profound and lasting impact on the lives of
countless individuals.

The recognition bestowed upon Salvador Ruiz is a testament to his dedication to creating a
brighter and more inclusive future through the arts. Moving Arts Española congratulates
Salvador on this well-deserved honor and looks forward to continuing its mission of enriching
lives and strengthening communities.
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To donate to Moving Arts Española, donations can be mailed to: Moving Arts Española, PO Box
505, Velarde, NM 87582. Donations are tax-deductible.