Milvia is trained in pre-primary education with a specialization in the Kaqchikel language, certified by the Kaqchikel Mayan University. For Milvia the work that WJI does daily supports women and girls in achieving better development and growth in their day-to-day lives. This motivates her to continue working to...

Jessica Jocholá joined the Women’s Justice Initiative in 2014 to assist the organization with administrative duties. In addition to administrative work, Jessica assists the Legal Services Program as a paralegal.

Arely studied Social Psychology at the University of San Carlos of Guatemala and has five years of experience working with nonprofit organizations focused on community development in rural areas across different regions of the country. Her commitment to social justice and women’s rights has led her to participate...

Julio holds a high school degree in Computer Science with a scientific orientation. He is motivated to keep working alongside his colleagues to reduce violence against Guatemalan women and help build a fairer country, free from violence and discrimination.

Rosa is a Community Development Technician, trained as a Community Advocate from 2022 to 2023, and a member of the Community Advocates Network from 2023 to 2024. She is deeply motivated to reach the communities in her municipality to support women in learning about their rights and encourage...

Daisy has a Bachelor’s Degree in Legal and Social Sciences, Lawyer and Notary Public. It motivates her to help women exercise their rights, collaborate together, and accompany them throughout the process to seek justice for them and their children so that they live in an environment free of...

Blanca is finishing her bachelor’s degree in Legal and Social Sciences. She describes herself as socially conscious, honest, and capable. She is motivated to work at WJI because she enjoys contributing to bringing legal accompaniment and legal services to women who are victims of many different types of...

Carol identifies as a Maya Kaqchikel woman and feminist and participated in the Latin American and Caribbean Feminist Summit in El Salvador in 2023. She has a background in social work and has experience working with groups of women to promote indigenous rights. She has training in human...

Dalila is a Clinical Psychologist with studies in political education, specializing in human rights, women’s rights, and gender through Maya knowledge and wisdom. She is passionate about community work and has experience designing methodologies and developing training processes on social issues. Her work focuses on women, children, and...

Fredy joined WJI in February 2023. He is a Certified Public Accountant, currently studying Public Accounting and Auditing. He is motivated by being part of an organization that supports women and seeks to ensure that all people have equal opportunities.