Hispanicize Announces The Jewel Award for Social Good

Inspired by digital influencer and ovarian cancer crusader, Jewel Figueras -who passed away on January 9th after a four-year battle against the disease-, organizers of the annual Hispanicize event created the Jewel Award for Social Good, that will be presented during the 2017 Tecla Awards. This new annual recognition will help raise awareness for digital creators who champion causes through social media. “Jewel was one of the most loved members of our multicultural social media community and her efforts helped everyone battling this disease. Her award will continuously highlight the work of creators on behalf of their passion projects and heartfelt initiatives that support our community” said Cristy Clavijo-Kish, Chief Development Officer at Hispanicize Media Group and Chair of the 2017 Tecla Awards. “Jewel smiled when she heard about her award last week and we are grateful that she was happy to know she will always be a part of Hispanicize” said Manny Ruiz, CEO and Founder at the Hispanicize Media Group that owns the event. After announcing her battle with ovarian cancer on her blog, Jewel helped raise funds to fight the illness and fund research all using her social media influence and reach. She also shared tips to create awareness about the warning signs of ovarian and other reproductive-system related cancers in an effort to help women of color obtain care and diagnosis at earlier stages.