The María Oropeza Activism Fellowship

Valeria Guzmán is a passionate advocate for individual freedom. As a spokesperson for Legacy to the Americas, she has led awareness campaigns on the rule of law and economic freedom across Latin America. As a Senior Coordinator at Students For Liberty, Valeria empowers young people and women to engage in politics and promote libertarian ideals. Currently a political candidate in Ecuador, she aims to enter Congress within five years. She is an alumna of The Fund for American Studies and Fundación para el Progreso.

Victória Porto is an entrepreneur with an MBA in Public Management and over a decade of experience advocating for women’s rights and economic empowerment. She uses social media and community organizing to promote liberty. Victória ran for city council in 2024, and as a political commentator, she advocates for women in politics and transparent governance. She also volunteers with senior citizens and supports local organizations helping individuals with AIDS and cancer. Victória is a mother, political leader, and passionate advocate for freedom.

Júlia Araujo is a political scientist with expertise in social communication, institutional relations, and political marketing, and a passionate advocate for liberty. Elected as a State Deputy in 2016, she has a nationwide media presence, hosts a radio show and podcast, and has around 100,000 followers on social media. Júlia has helped thousands of women access contraceptive methods and childcare, improving their well-being. She is now focused on becoming a leading political marketing strategist for campaigns in Brazil.

Sara Urquizu Paz is a passionate lawyer and economist who has collaborated with organizations like the Foundation for Economic Education, The Fund for American Studies, Students For Liberty, Fundación POPULI, and Fundación ICEES. She focuses on research, content creation, and project management to advance liberty. As a coordinator for Students For Liberty and LOLA Bolivia, Sara empowers libertarian activists with tools and knowledge to lead, fostering critical thinking to challenge collectivist and authoritarian ideas in Bolivia and Latin America.

Alison Berbetty is a Systems Engineer and lawyer specializing in human rights and technology. Co-founder of Mujeres TICs, she has empowered over 500 women with technological skills, enhancing their roles in various professions. Embracing libertarian feminism, she collaborates with LOLA leaders to organize events that promote liberty and individualism. Alison was a Youth Panelist at CSW 67 in 2023 and actively advocates for freedom through technology, making a significant impact in her community and beyond.

Sara Ganime is a renowned journalist and the CEO and chief editor of Boletim da Liberdade, a leading media outlet in Brazil dedicated to championing liberty. With experience as a radio reporter in Brazil’s National Congress and as a communications coordinator and chief of political campaigns, she is determined to help classical liberals secure political positions in Brazil. Her ultimate goal is to become the country’s foremost spokesperson for liberty, embodying her belief: “Without freedom, we’re nothing.”

Cait Dexter is a seasoned grassroots activist and trainer with Americans for Prosperity. She’s led successful campaigns for legislation on free speech and educational freedom policies. Cait is developing a program to train activists, focusing on bringing more women into grassroots liberty activism. She educates women on how policies impact their lives and empowers them to take action. Her work has appeared in The Washington Examiner and RealClearEducation.

has been instrumental in expanding Brazil’s libertarian movement, particularly in the conservative state of Mato Grosso do Sul, where she grew her party’s membership by over 370%. As a LOLA chapter leader, she advocates for economic freedom and leads workshops to help small entrepreneurs survive their first year in business. After a strong City Council run in Campo Grande in 2024, she is already preparing for 2026, determined to continue fighting for freedom.

Alessa Polga is a highly accomplished leader in international human rights advocacy. As the LOLA Chapter leader in Canada, she played a pivotal role in coordinating UN Watch’s campaign, which gathered 350,000 signatures to expel Maduro’s delegation from the UN Human Rights Council. A skilled Public Relations and Political Advisor, Alessa tirelessly advocates for the rights and liberty of Venezuelans, both in Canada and abroad, while also supporting the Cuban-Canadian community through her advocacy efforts.

Patricia Erives is a passionate advocate for women’s rights, focusing on extending maternity leave through libertarian solutions. With a background in business administration, she empowers mothers to plan for extended leave through private-sector initiatives, advocating for financial independence without state mandates. As the leader of the LOLA chapter in Chihuahua, she plays a key role in promoting the Libertarian Party in Mexico, inspiring others to embrace libertarian ideas.

Cinthia Nieves is a passionate activist and immigrant from Venezuela living in Guatemala, committed to defending the rights of migrants. As the founder of Todos Suman, she supports migrants by addressing immediate and long-term needs while promoting freedom. As a law student, Cinthia advocates for human rights and political participation among young people. She actively collaborates with Guate Activa, the diaspora, the OAS, and other organizations to create meaningful change for migrants and refugees.

Catharina Donato is a dynamic advocate for liberty, creating impactful social media content on Brazilian and global politics. With over 5,000 followers, she shares libertarian ideas daily. A leader in the NOVO youth movement and a graduate of RenovaBR’s political training program, she promotes women’s participation in politics and has organized major gatherings in her state. After a recent city council run, she’s preparing to run again, championing free speech and evidence-based public policy.