Ilia Herrera Andrango
Ilia Herrera Andrango is a 17-year-old from Latacunga, Ecuador, who gained national attention when she, as a seven-year-old, broke security protocols to deliver a letter and a T-shirt to Pope Francis during his visit to Ecuador in 2015. As the daughter of Jorge Herrera, the former president of the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (Conaie), Ilia's courageous act was a heartfelt gesture to express her family's concerns during a politically tense time in the country. Her actions not only showcased her bravery but also left her with cherished memories, including a rosary and a blessing from the Pope.
Born on Apr 26, 2008 (17 years old)
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Ilia Herrera Andrango, at the age of seven, broke security protocols to deliver a letter to Pope Francis during his visit to Ecuador.
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