Juliana Dominico

Juliana Dominico is a prominent advocate against female genital mutilation (FGM) within the Embera community in Colombia. As a counselor for the Confederation of the Great Embera Nation (Connpec), she works tirelessly to raise awareness about the health risks associated with FGM, which is practiced in some Embera communities. Dominico emphasizes the importance of education and prevention over punitive measures and has been instrumental in efforts to legislate against this harmful tradition. Her advocacy seeks to empower women and girls by challenging cultural norms surrounding FGM and promoting their rights to a life free from violence.