Democrats,
DPNM's Rising Star Gala has a long tradition of recognizing up and coming leaders who exemplify Democratic values in their communities✨. This year, we'll be honoring:
NM Representative Yanira Gurrola
NM Senator Leo Jaramillo
NM Representative Michelle Paulene Abeyta
These promising New Mexican Democrats have already demonstrated exceptional legislative accomplishments and are leaders in their diverse, blue-collar communities.
Reserve your ticket for the Rising Star Gala today.
We'll be telling you more about each of our Rising Stars in the coming weeks. Get to know more about NM Representative Yanira Gurrola!
Born in Chihuahua, Mexico, Yanira has lived on the Westside of Albuquerque for more than 17 years, in an area she currently represents in the State House. Originally an Electronic Industrial engineer, Yanira earned a master’s degree in curriculum and instructional leadership from the College of Santa Fe and became an educator, teaching math for most of her classroom experience.
Now, Yanira is an advocate and expert of dual language education, which preserves culture and improves educational outcomes. In the legislature, her expertise is valuable in crafting policy on the House Education committee. She also sits on the House Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Committee. She has served in the State House since 2023.
