Recap of IPDGC activities: hosting the 2023 IWOC awardees
On March 10, 2023, IPDGC had the opportunity to host the recipients of the 2023 International Women of Courage Award at the GW Elliott School of International Affairs. Earlier that week, the U.S. Department of State announced the awards which recognize global women who have demonstrated exceptional courage, strength, and leadership in acting to improve the lives of others.
At this event, IPDGC was able to speak with two recipients of the IWOC Award, Doris Rio (Costa Rica) and Yuliia Paievska (Ukraine).
IPDGC’s Nicholas Aguirre Zafiro spoke to Doris Rio for an exclusive interview. Doris is a recognized Cabécarindigenous leader and well-respected member of the China Kichá indigenous community in her country. She is involved in multiple influential initiatives to improve indigenous lives.
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In the interview, Doris talks about what can be done at domestic and international levels to protect women. As a member of the National Women’s Indigenous Forum, Doris advocated for the participation of women in issues of security, sustainable development, peaceful defense of human rights, and the recovery of indigenous land.
Her work includes advising government institutions, international organizations, and civil society about development and land use choices that are harmonious with the environment and affect the lives of indigenous communities.
Watch the full interview:
This interview is by GW undergraduate student Nicholas Aguirre Zafiro, who is majoring in Political Communication at the School of Media and Public Affairs.