In an insightful interview with Avance, Vania dos Reis, a chapter leader of Ladies of Liberty Alliance (LOLA) in Spain, shares her perspectives on being an immigrant woman in Spain. She discusses the dual nature of being an immigrant as both a strength and a challenge, emphasizing the unique knowledge and skills that immigrant women bring to the workforce and public life. Vania highlights significant barriers faced by immigrants, such as bureaucratic hurdles and integration issues within the labor market, further exacerbated by a lack of Spanish language programs.
She also addresses the role of the government, suggesting that the current administrative system poses more challenges than solutions for immigrants’ successful integration. Vania expresses optimism about Spain’s potential as a place where individuals of any background can thrive, provided there are necessary economic and administrative adjustments, coupled with efforts to combat misinformation and promote the values of freedom.