Ana is a feminist, an Afro-Latina leader, and a lifelong believer in the power of collective action. For more than 20 years, she has worked at the intersection of race, gender, and reproductive justice, bringing both political sharpness and warmth to everything she does. In 2019, the United Nations recognized her as one of the most influential people of African descent.

Likes: Singing loudly, sunflowers, good films, and a serious churrasco (steak).

Midori loves pragmatism, and that's why she has spent more than 15 years turning big ideas into things that actually work: from frontline healthcare to global programs and policy. At Libera, she brings curiosity, strategy, and a healthy appetite for trying new things to the question: What could we do differently?

Likes:The sound of boots crunching on a trail, and books so good she wishes they would never end.

Marianny believes stories can move people, and sometimes move entire systems. A communications strategist, cultural researcher, and feminist advocate with more than 20 yearsof experience, she has worked across media, the United Nations system, public institutions, and civil society organizations, always looking for better ways to tell stories that matter.

Likes: Dogs, cooking without a recipe, and getting lost in literature and films.

Sonia is the person making sure the numbers add up so the mission can keep moving forward. With more than 15 years of experience in finance and operations across international nonprofits, she helps turn resources into impact and creates the solid foundations that allow ambitious ideas to grow.

Likes: Getting lost in a good book, cheering from the sidelines while her son plays soccer, and traveling.

Fatou believes that strong organizations are built through care, commitment, and the small things that make people feel supported. With more than a decade of experience in business and administrative management, she helps strengthen Libera’s operations and create the conditionsfor teams to thrive. Once she commits to something, she is not easily swayed.

Likes: Cooking, making delicious natural juices, and bringing her extended family together to share food and joy.

For Amy, justice means ensuring that no one has to face a difficult time alone. A feminist lawyer with more than a decade of experience, she has dedicated her career to defending women’s rights and promoting reproductive dignity. Before joining Libera, she spent ten years with the Association of Senegalese Women Lawyers. She is always ready to provide legal support when someone needs it.

Likes: Cooking, going out with her friends, and being there for others when they need her.

Reina brings resilience to her work, always keeping her eyes on the horizon and the possibilities ahead. For more than 20 years, she has worked across public policy, social innovation, advocacy, and international cooperation, moving between the public and private sectors. She is guided by a simple question: How do we make change happen, and make it last?

Likes: Kundalini yoga, authentic connections, nature, and getting lost in a good science-fiction story.

Linda is a physician who brings wisdom, care, and a deep belief in the power of health to transform lives. As a certified OBGYN and public health leader, she has extensive experience in healthcare delivery, health systems strengthening, and maternal health. She has served as President of the Guatemalan Association of Gynecology and Obstetrics and as Vice Minister of Public Health and Social Assistance in Guatemala.

Likes: History, both as a discipline and a story; cooking; and spending time with her dogs.

Paulina knows what it takes to turn advocacy into meaningful change. A communicator, researcher, and human rights specialist with 25 years of experience, she has worked across public policy, strategic communications, and advocacy to advance gender equality, health, and reproductive rights. She brings sharp political insight and a talent for bringing people together around a cause.

Likes: When she’s not advancing a cause, you’ll find her dancing tango or spinning records as a DJ.

Patricia believes that justice requires courage, curiosity, and a commitment to keep learning. A human rights lawyer specializing in gender-based violence, survivor-centered legal defense, cyberviolence, and access to justice, she has advised governments, judicial systems, and civil society organizations on policies and reforms affecting historically unseen communities.

Likes: She finds balance in Wellness practices, energy harmonization and the world of crystals, and always having something new to study.