Eliana: A young leader shaping the future of her community
When Eliana Toro speaks, everyone in her community listens to her. Her words capture the attention of both elders and children because, despite her young age, her deep interest in her community has led her to become a leader at just 18 years old.
Trilillamana, her home, is a Wayuu community located in the rural area of the coastal municipality of Manaure, in the department of La Guajira, in northern Colombia. Like many communities in this region, Trilillamana lacks access to basic health services, education, and other fundamental needs, making it difficult for its inhabitants to experience a decent quality of life.
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