Natalia Ponce de León

Natalia Ponce de León

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Natalia Ponce de León is a Colombian activist and public figure known for her advocacy against violence and her efforts to promote women's rights. She gained national attention after surviving a brutal acid attack in 2014, which left her with severe injuries. Following her recovery, Ponce de León became a symbol of resilience and courage, dedicating her life to raising awareness about gender-based violence. Her advocacy contributed to the establishment of legislation in Colombia that criminalizes acid attacks, marking a significant step forward in protecting victims and holding perpetrators accountable.

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Natalia Ponce de León is a victim of an acid attack for whom De la Espriella successfully advocated.

¿Quién es Abelardo De la Espriella, el ‘outsider’ que gobernará Colombia?
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2026-06-22
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Natalia Ponce de León's case also had national relevance and contributed to the reinforcement of fundamental rights in the country.

‘Mi tarea será de cuatro años y, una vez concluya, me retiraré de la vida pública para siempre’
El Tiempo·ColombiaColombia· 2026-05-28
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Natalia Ponce de León is a victim whose case led to significant legal reforms regarding corrosive attacks.

'No atendió mi consejo y terminó mal'
El Tiempo·ColombiaColombia· 2026-02-08
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