Martha Muñoz: A Candidate for Change in Sopetrán, Antioquia

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Martha Lucia Muñoz. Candidate for the council of Sopetrán, Antioquia for the Alianza Verde party, # 55

1. How did you get into politics?

I was born in Sopetrán, I am 59 years old, I finished my high school degree at the Liceo José María Villa de Sopetrán school, I am currently a pensioner and I am an independent merchant, I am dedicated to sales and I am a Yanbal consultant, I am part of the community of older adults in the urban area of ​​the municipality and I have been a social and political leader of the community since I was 16 years old, my social approaches are towards people with difficulties, disabled, vulnerable or damaged people. I am passionate about social work and helping the underprivileged community.

2. As a councilor, what will be your main objectives and projects and the impact you want to have in your community?

With this project I seek to support older adults, people with reduced mobility and disabled people by providing supplies such as canes, wheelchairs and glasses. In addition, I will promote entrepreneurship and education in collaboration with educational institutions. I seek to provide complementary and leveled education according to their interests and the demands of the territory, facilitating the creation of ventures for self-sufficiency. I hope that this group feels valued and useful in the society and economy of the municipality. I will also focus on encouraging areas such as agriculture, health, education and supporting people in vulnerable situations, especially children and adolescents.

*This article was written by the candidate, and edited by Renata Rincón, Consultant, Isabel Londoño Polo, President of Politikonas and the editorial committee of La Línea del Medio.

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