Introduction
On April 24, 2025, in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Governor Rubén Rocha Moya installed the Youth Parliament “7th of April” for 2025, a platform that gives voice to young Sinaloans in decision-making processes and aims to build a better Sinaloa together.
Background on Governor Rubén Rocha Moya
Rubén Rocha Moya, the current governor of Sinaloa, Mexico, has demonstrated a commitment to fostering democracy and encouraging political participation among young people in his state. His recent installation of the Youth Parliament is a testament to this dedication.
The Youth Parliament Initiative
The Youth Parliament, composed of 40 young representatives from Sinaloa’s 24 electoral districts, aims to empower the younger generation by providing them with a platform to voice their ideas, grievances, and motivations for positive change in the state. This initiative is crucial as it allows young people to contribute to shaping Sinaloa’s future.
Key Figures Involved
- Governor Rubén Rocha Moya: The driving force behind the Youth Parliament initiative, emphasizing the importance of youth participation in shaping Sinaloa’s future.
- Yeraldine Bonilla: President of the Congress Directorate, who administered the oath to the young representatives and encouraged them to utilize their voices for positive change.
- Teresa Guerra Ochoa: President of the JUCOPO, highlighting the transformative power and relevance of youth in society.
- Jesús Iván Chávez Rangel: Magistrate President of the Supreme Court of Justice, acknowledging the significance of youth involvement in democratic processes.
Speeches and Encouragement
During the installation ceremony, several key figures emphasized the importance of youth participation in democracy:
- Yeraldine Bonilla: Urged the young representatives to transform reality, question existing conditions, and work towards a better Mexico.
- Diputada Erika Rubí Martínez: Recognized the potential of young people to bring about generational change and create more opportunities for social challenges.
- Teresa Guerra Ochoa: Emphasized the transformative energy, creativity, and courage that youth bring to society, making them essential for Mexico’s present and future.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who installed the Youth Parliament? Governor Rubén Rocha Moya
- How many young representatives are part of the Youth Parliament? 40 young people representing Sinaloa’s 24 electoral districts
- What is the primary goal of the Youth Parliament? To empower young people to contribute to decision-making processes and shape a better future for Sinaloa
- Who were some of the key figures present at the installation ceremony? Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, Yeraldine Bonilla (President of the Congress Directorate), Teresa Guerra Ochoa (President of JUCOPO), and Jesús Iván Chávez Rangel (Magistrate President of the Supreme Court of Justice)
List of Youth Parliament Members
The following 40 young individuals were elected to serve as representatives in the Youth Parliament:
1. Yaquelin Azucena Soberanes Moreno
2. María Cristina Osorio Armenta
3. Julio César Orrantía Coronado
4. Jesús David Valenzuela Arredondo
5. Sofía García Valenzuela
6. Luis Felipe Romero García
7. Jesús Tadeo Cota Sánchez
8. Guitzel Estefany Sandoval Camacho
9. Edwin Virgilio Vázquez Galindo
10. Jessica Nataly García Rivera
11. Gabriela Payán López
12. Aylín Elizabeth Zazueta Martínez
13. Nahely Amara Matus Pulido
14. José Carlo Labastida Berralleza
15. Dulce María Rodelo Vergara
16. Luis Ángel Verdugo Valdés
17. Claudia Michel Torres Castro
18. Irina Guadalupe García Millán
19. Jorge Armando Ibarra Burgueño
20. Aidé Liliana Cabrera Bayardo
21. Paola Montserrat Martínez López
22. Jesús Antonio Ledesma Zacarías
23. Iván Enrique Crespo Estrada
24. Miguel Arturo Ontiveros Higuera
25. Gianni Francisca Verdugo Pacheco
26. Emmanuel Martínez Gutiérrez
27. Osvaldo Cruz Almeida
28. Rosario Guadalupe Gámes Navarro
29. Olga Leticia Moreno Licona
30. Kevyn Daniel Gómez Alvarado
31. Valeria Montoya Valenzuela
32. Carolina Hernández Tepesano
33. Claudia Marianne Contreras Zamora
34. Edgar Josué Toral Félix
35. Jade Graciela Corral Solís
36. Luis Ángel Tabares Pérez
37. Alan Fernando Lafarga Rendón
38. Emiliano Jacobo Noris
39. Jonathan Alexis Ramírez Quevedo
40. Daniel Alejandro Figueroa Bustamante
