Founded in 1986, MANA de San Diego’s mission is to empower Latinas through education, leadership development, community service, and advocacy. This is accomplished through Hermanitas(r) Youth Leadership Mentor Program for middle to high school Latina students; MANA de San Diego Scholarship Program; and educational and professional development programs such as the Latina Success Conference and Latina Success Leadership Program. MANA has more than 400 annual volunteers who coordinate programs, activities, and reach out to the community to raise awareness.