Ana Güezmes

politician

Ana Güezmes is an influential figure in gender equality and women's empowerment in Latin America. As the Director of the Gender Affairs Division at the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (Cepal), she advocates for a paradigm shift towards a care society that addresses structural inequalities and promotes shared responsibility for caregiving. With a background as the former Subregional Director of UN Women for Mexico, Güezmes emphasizes the importance of collective action and governmental cooperation to address urgent challenges faced by women, particularly in regions with deep-seated inequalities. She expresses hope for the future of Latin America, highlighting the progress made in recent years and the potential for societal transformation through collaborative efforts, particularly with the upcoming Regional Conference on Women in Mexico.