
César Grijalba
César Grijalba is a 60-year-old athlete from Guayaquil, Ecuador, who faced a life-altering challenge after a car accident left him blind. Once a high-performance track and field athlete, he has been on a journey of recovery, both physically and emotionally, after experiencing a crisis that led him to attempt suicide. With the support of his family and ongoing therapy, Grijalba is committed to regaining his independence and has become an advocate for mental health awareness, sharing his story during events aimed at preventing suicide.
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César Grijalba had to learn activities again after an accident left him blind, impacting his life linked to sports.
“Estoy nuevamente luchando por la vida”: charlas, caminata y orientación por el Día Mundial para la Prevención del Suicidio | Comunidad | GuayaquilEl Universo – major Ecuadorian daily, est. 1921·
Ecuador· 2026-09-10


