Francia Márquez Mina

Francia Márquez Mina is a prominent Colombian politician and environmental activist who made history as the first Afro-Colombian woman to serve as Vice President of Colombia, elected in 2022. Known for her advocacy on issues related to social justice, environmental protection, and the rights of marginalized communities, Márquez has been a vocal critic of systemic inequalities in Colombia. Before her vice presidency, she gained international recognition for her work as an activist in the struggle against mining projects that threaten indigenous lands and ecosystems. Recently, her political movement 'Soy Porque Somos' faced legal challenges regarding its official status, reflecting ongoing debates about political representation and electoral processes in Colombia.