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Advocating for Indigenous Women's Rights Via Radio by Chirapaq in Peru

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Through the power of radio broadcasting, indigenous women in Peru partnered with The Hunger Project's partner organization, Chirapaq, have had the opportunity to lead innovative and educational radio programs, broadcasting public announcements about various social issues in 2012.

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June 6, 2012
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Chirapaq Director Appointed to New UN Women Civil Society Advisory Group

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In May 2012, UN Women Executive Director Michelle Bachelet announced the members of her Global Civil Society Advisory Group. The group will facilitate regular consultations and dialogue between civil society and UN Women. We are proud to announce that Tarcila Rivera Zea, Director of Chirapaq, The Hunger Project's partner organization in Peru, has been appointed to the consultative forum. Congratulations Tarcila!

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May 18, 2012
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From Orphan to National Advocate for the Rights of Entrepreneurial Women

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Juana was orphaned at the age of 11 and in between working at a local bakery to support her younger siblings, she studied at night to be a medical assistant. In 2008, Juana joined THP partner organization, Chirapaq, in Peru and, together with women from her community, began a small business selling guinea pigs. She was so successful in business that she has since advocated at a national forum for the rights of entrepreneurial women.

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January 6, 2012
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