# Coahuila youth drug prevention talent contest

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/coahuila-youth-drug-prevention-talent-contest
> Updated: 2026-10-18T00:13:38.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

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.

## Claims

- DIF Coahuila organized the 'Vive Libre Sin Drogas' state talent contest. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The contest aims to prevent addiction by promoting creativity and positive use of free time. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Carlos Daniel Alejandro Ramírez from Matamoros won first place in children's singing. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Weeknd Crew from Monclova won first place in youth dance. (single source)
- Grupo Zenzontle from Saltillo won first place in children's dance. (single source)
- Érick Rico Ramos from Sabinas won first place in youth singing. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: 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.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dif-coahuila-recognizes-youth-talent-in-addiction-prevention-contest

### 2026-10-10: 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.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/coahuila-talent-contest-holds-grand-final-for-drug-prevention

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