HER STORIES
Real Voices. Real Change. Real Impact.
Meet Their Stories...
Lavinia Ruscigni
Lavinia Ruscigni raises awareness of sexual exploitation and the inequalities that leave women vulnerable to abuse. Her story encourages us to challenge harmful stereotypes, recognise the barriers women face and work towards a society where every woman’s dignity, rights and freedom are respected.
Donata Columbro
Donata Columbro explores how data shapes the way we understand society—and whose experiences are left out. Through her work on data literacy and representation, she highlights gender bias in statistics and makes visible the inequalities that numbers can sometimes conceal.
Ana Cristina
Ana Cristina’s journey reflects resilience, personal growth and compassion. Having faced significant challenges in her life, she has turned her experiences into a commitment to supporting others. Through volunteering and helping people with intellectual disabilities, she promotes solidarity, inclusion and the belief that everyone deserves dignity, respect and the opportunity to participate fully in society.
Maria Lopes
Maria Lopes challenges the stereotypes and doubts that young women can face when stepping into leadership roles. Through her work in sustainability, social inclusion and mental well-being, she turns her ideas into initiatives that support her community and show how young women can lead meaningful change.
Beatriz de Silva
Beatriz de Silva uses filmmaking to challenge stereotypes and make the lives of people with disabilities more visible. By exploring everyday experiences, relationships and personal stories, she encourages audiences to look beyond assumptions and embrace more authentic, inclusive representations of human diversity.
Guadalupe Nieto
Guadalupe Nieto is a researcher committed to bringing overlooked women writers back into the literary conversation. Through her academic work and support for young researchers, she challenges traditional narratives, questions whose contributions are remembered and advocates for greater recognition of women in research and culture.
Antonia Molina Márquez
Antonia Molina Márquez has dedicated her public service to expanding opportunities for women, particularly in rural communities. As the first woman mayor of Almoharín and through her work on equality, she has championed women’s participation, entrepreneurship and community development, helping create pathways for future generations.
Inés Ponce Calderón
Inés Ponce Calderón works to advance gender equality and support women experiencing gender-based violence. Through prevention, awareness-raising and cooperation between services, she helps address inequality and challenge sexist attitudes. Her story highlights the importance of collective responsibility in building safer, fairer communities.
Aleksandra Kosanovic
Aleksandra Kosanovic champions women’s empowerment through communication, leadership and initiatives promoting gender equality, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Her journey reflects the importance of believing in your abilities and helping others recognise their potential, while making knowledge and opportunities more accessible to diverse communities.
Maja Lalic
Maja Lalic brings together architecture, design and culture to create positive social change. Through initiatives supporting women in architecture, young designers and inclusive community spaces, she challenges conventional ideas of professional success and advocates for cities that reflect the needs of the people who live in them.
