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YWCA leader Laura Goldenez Arce receives High Point 2025 Humanitarian Award
Summary
The Human Relations Commission honored Laura Goldenez Arce, director of the YWCA High Point Latinos Family Center, for mentoring, immigrant services and community advocacy, citing programs such as 'My Future My Way' and pop-up consulate clinics.
Sharon McGregor, chair of the High Point Human Relations Commission, presented the 2025 Humanitarian Award to Laura Goldenez Arce, praising her work "on behalf of High Point's historically underserved community members." McGregor said the honoree mentors young adults in career-readiness workshops, runs neighborhood advocacy trainings and helps organize community resource fairs.
The commission noted Arce's role as director of the YWCA High Point Latinos Family Center and her support for local Latino youth programs, including the "My Future My Way" summer camp. McGregor pointed to Arce's work arranging a pop-up clinic that allowed residents to meet with the Mexican consulate and to "know your rights" trainings for adults.
The council gave Arce a round of applause and invited members of the YWCA to the dais for photographs. Mayor Cyril Jefferson and other council members praised the YWCA's daily services and community impact. The recognition took place during the council's regular meeting; Arce accepted the honor and joined the group photo with family and colleagues.
The award highlights ongoing local efforts to connect residents to services and to build trust between community organizations and city institutions. No formal action or funding decision was attached to the award.
