Morena Herrera
Salvadoran feminist and social activist
| Name | Morena Herrera |
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| Birth date | Birth date -1st March 1966 |
| Birth place | El Salvador |
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| Occupation | Feminist, social activist |
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| Known for | Advocacy for women's rights and reproductive rights |
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Morena Herrera (born April 30, 1959) is a prominent Salvadoran feminist and social activist. She is widely recognized for her advocacy in women's rights and reproductive rights in El Salvador.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Morena Herrera was born in El Salvador. She became involved in social activism at a young age, influenced by the political and social turmoil in her country.
Activism[edit | edit source]
Herrera is a former member of the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN), a left-wing guerrilla organization that played a significant role during the Salvadoran Civil War. After the war, she shifted her focus towards advocating for women's rights and reproductive rights.
Women's Rights[edit | edit source]
Herrera has been a vocal advocate for gender equality and has worked tirelessly to combat gender-based violence in El Salvador. She has been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving the legal and social status of women in the country.
Reproductive Rights[edit | edit source]
One of Herrera's most notable contributions is her work in the area of reproductive rights. She has been a leading figure in the campaign to decriminalize abortion in El Salvador, a country with some of the most restrictive abortion laws in the world. Herrera's efforts have brought international attention to the plight of women who are imprisoned for undergoing abortions or suffering miscarriages.
Recognition[edit | edit source]
Morena Herrera's work has earned her recognition both nationally and internationally. She has received several awards for her contributions to human rights and social justice.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Women's rights in El Salvador
- Reproductive rights
- Gender equality
- Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front
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