María Teresa Arizabaleta
María Teresa Arizabaleta is a pioneering Colombian feminist and politician, celebrated as the last surviving suffragist among ten women who fought for female voting rights in Colombia, which were granted in 1954. At 90, she has a remarkable legacy as the first female student mother at the University of Valle, one of the first architects in the country, and a senator who broke barriers in a male-dominated political landscape. Arizabaleta has been an influential figure in advocating for women's rights, founding family commissions, and promoting participatory urban planning. Her life's work embodies resilience and dedication to women's empowerment, making her a prominent voice in Colombia's ongoing struggle for gender equality.
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María Teresa Arizabaleta is the only surviving suffragist who fought for women's voting rights in Colombia.
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