Sacramento Poderosas Collectiva
We use art as activism to build a more knowledgeable and equitable society while preserving Xicanx/Latinx herstories/histories and uplifting inclusive narratives.

INTERACTIVE MURAL
Poderosas Mural
Sacramento Poderosas Mural, designed and painted by Ruby Chacon and Isabel Martinez.
CURRENTLY ON VIEW: Luther Burbank High School, Sacramento, CA
Our Impact
Changing lives through ART
The mural helps us understand what it means to be human and as thoughtful residents, how we move to a more humane future. Join us as we grow this movement.
26.3k
Views
The mural has reached communities in person and online since 2022, amplifying voices in classrooms, community centers, and through individual learning.
And we’re still on the move in person! Reach out to inquire about a workshop, collab, or to host the mural in your community. Fill out an inquiry form here.
Top 10
Countries reached
From North to South America and beyond, the mural creates lasting connections in online engagement. The top 10 countries reached are:
- United States
- Mexico
- Germany
- China
- Canada
- Italy
- Singapore
- France
- Ireland
- Netherlands
Join the movement
Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved, whether you are a student, a community member, an organizer, or an artist. We collaborate for events, workshops, new art activations, and more!
Community
Know Your Rights
Art is a powerful form of expression and it is our hope to inspire action and share the resources that inform and empower change. Learn more about your protections and how to protect each other.
Your Rights (General Guides and Education)
These are foundational resources explaining rights in different situations.
Enforcement, Detention & Emergency Response
What to do during encounters with ICE, arrests, or detentions.
Family, Community & Support Resources
Planning, education, and well-being support for individuals and families.

Other Projects:
The Art and Science of Community Peacemaking
Where Healing Takes Root
Inspired by research on gun and community violence, this triptych traces the far-reaching effects of violence while illuminating the perseverance, care, and collective action through which communities heal.
