Rigoberta Menchú
Rigoberta Menchú is a renowned Guatemalan K'iche' Maya woman and human rights activist who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1992 for her work promoting indigenous rights and social justice. She gained international recognition for her autobiography, which highlighted the struggles faced by the indigenous population in Guatemala during the civil war. Her activism continues to inspire movements for indigenous rights and cultural preservation worldwide.
Born on Jan 09, 1959 (66 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | 1 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 13,183 | $82,000 | 60$ |
| Totals | 1 | 17,915,568 | 13,183 | $82,000 | 60$ |
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Guatemala:
Rigoberta Menchú caused negative surprises by deciding to become a Mexican national.
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Guatemala:
Rigoberta Menchú was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1992, the same year Marta Elena Casaús Arzú published her influential book.
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Dominican Republic:
Rigoberta Menchú is celebrated for her indigenous activism in Nina's designs.
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Botswana:
Rigoberta Menchú emphasizes that without strong watchdog institutions, impunity becomes the foundation of corruption.
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Venezuela:
Rigoberta Menchú is mentioned as an example of indigenous movements in Latin America.
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Mexico:
Rigoberta Menchú nominated Víctor González Torres for the Nobel Peace Prize.
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Venezuela:
Rigoberta Menchú is a Nobel Prize laureate known for her activism in Guatemala.
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Mexico:
Gabriela mentions that Doña Rigoberta Menchú was at Casa Tochan before she became a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
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