Lourdes Villarreal
Lourdes Villarreal is an educator and vocal advocate for the rights of teachers in Venezuela, notably serving as a spokesperson for the civil association Formación de Dirigentes Sindicales. Recently, she was detained by agents of Nicolás Maduro's regime shortly after expressing her support on social media for opposition leader María Corina Machado's call to boycott upcoming elections. Villarreal has actively participated in protests demanding better salaries and working conditions for educators, passionately addressing the Minister of Education about the severe economic struggles faced by teachers. Her commitment to the education sector is underscored by her dual role as a teacher of Performing Arts and Spanish, as well as her efforts to supplement her income through various means.
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Venezuela:
Lourdes Villarreal was recently arrested in Caracas amid a climate of threats against those who highlight educational issues.
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Venezuela:
Lourdes Villarreal is a theater teacher who has been missing after her alleged detention by the Venezuelan state.
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Colombia:
Lourdes Villarreal, a teacher and union leader, was approached at her home by officials, raising alarms about her safety.
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Venezuela:
Lourdes Villarreal was detained by agents of Nicolás Maduro's regime after leaving her home in Caracas.
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