RESISTING. The Wayuu people hold on to the dreams and advice of wise people and traditional authorities.

Irena carries the Wayuu strength of resistance

Irena carries the Wayuu strength of resistance

RESISTING. The Wayuu people hold on to the dreams and advice of wise people and traditional authorities.

Illustration: OjoPublico / Amapolay

Irene Katherine Jayariyu Ipuana, 27, an indigenous weaver from Alta Guajira, Colombia, holds on to her beliefs to keep safe from the emergency due to the coronavirus. Confinement measures have halted handicrafts sales. She now raises her voice from one of the poorest regions to demand water and food. This is her story as part of the journalism series “They Fight” by OjoPublico in 7 countries in Latin America.

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26 Abril, 2020

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