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Coahuila youth drug prevention talent contest

Overview

The “Vive Libre Sin Drogas” (Live Free Without Drugs) state talent contest in Coahuila, organized by DIF Coahuila, reached its conclusion in October 2026. The initiative aimed to promote addiction prevention by providing creative outlets for children and youth across various municipalities.

The competition involved approximately 2,000 participants and culminated in a grand final featuring 82 finalists. Liliana Salinas Valdés, honorary president of DIF Coahuila, noted the importance of offering young people spaces to discover their capabilities and build healthy life projects.

Following the final, winners were recognized in several categories. In singing, Carlos Daniel Alejandro Ramírez from Matamoros won the children’s category, while Érick Rico Ramos from Sabinas won the youth category. In dance, Grupo Zenzontle from Saltillo took first place in the children’s division, and Weeknd Crew from Monclova secured the top spot for youth dance.

Entities

DIF Coahuila · Coahuila · Liliana Salinas Valdés · Saltillo · Teatro de la Ciudad Fernando Soler

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  1. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    DIF Coahuila recognizes youth talent in addiction prevention contest

    DIF Coahuila held the 'Vive Libre Sin Drogas' talent contest to promote addiction prevention through singing and dancing competitions for children and youth across the state.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Coahuila talent contest holds grand final for drug prevention

    The “Vive Libre Sin Drogas” talent contest will hold its grand final in Saltillo, Coahuila, featuring 82 youth finalists in an effort to promote drug prevention through art and music.

Sources

democratacoahuila.com · elheraldodesaltillo.mx · noticiasnrt.com · vanguardia.com.mx