Teresa Zapeta (Maya K’iche’)

Teresa Zapeta is a seasoned advocate with over 25 years of experience in championing the rights of women and Indigenous Peoples. With a Master’s in Public Administration, she has held influential roles within NGOs, government agencies, and international organizations. Notably, Teresa served as an official in the Government of Guatemala, advocating for Indigenous Women, and spent 5 years leading the Indigenous Women Program for Central America and Mexico at UNIFEM and UN Women. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the International Indigenous Women’s Forum (FIMI).