The Mexican Women Association in Indiana
For more than two decades, a trusted community anchor for Mexican and Latino families across the Hoosier state — and the organization behind Mexican Gala.
Our history
The Association was founded soon after the establishment of the Consulate of Mexico in Indianapolis in 2002, at the suggestion of the Mexican Consul, to organize the efforts and activities of Mexican women in the Hoosier state.
Since then the purpose has stayed the same: to help and assist Mexican and Latino immigrants living in Indiana, and to share the many traditions and subcultures of Mexico with the broader community. Over more than two decades the organization has grown into a trusted community anchor, offering culturally grounded programs that respond to the changing needs of the families we serve.
Our Mission
To help and assist Mexican and Latino immigrants living in Indiana, to share the traditions and subcultures of Mexico with our wider community, and to build the leadership of Latina women across the state.
Our priorities
As the needs of the immigrant community grow and change, our work has to grow with them — especially since there are not enough Latino-serving organizations in Indiana.
Three decades of growth
Why this work keeps getting bigger
Our partner at the gala
Understanding the community's present needs, the Consulate of Mexico in Indianapolis joined the efforts of the Association and has been our partner at the gala ever since. Together we present an evening built to share Mexican culture, art and tradition with the whole city — and to highlight the distinct regions and subcultures that make up Mexico.
The 2026 edition, Catrina Night, honors ancestry through art, music, dance and ofrendas at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Join us on November 14th
Buy a seat, bring a table, or put your company's name on the night. Every dollar stays in Indiana and funds the work above.