Sheinbaum Honors Indigenous Women in Oaxaca
Why this is here: The translation of the rights booklet into 67 indigenous languages demonstrates a concrete effort to ensure access to information and legal rights for a diverse population within Mexico.
President Claudia Sheinbaum recognized indigenous women in Oaxaca for translating a rights booklet into 67 native languages. Sheinbaum spoke in Santo Domingo Tehuantepec, emphasizing the vital role these women play in preserving language, culture, and ancestral values. The initiative highlights the government’s focus on recognizing indigenous peoples and women’s contributions to Mexican society.
Sheinbaum stated the current administration has prioritized recognizing women, dedicating the first years to indigenous heroines and 2026 to Margarita Maza. She also suggested dedicating 2030, if she remains in office, to anonymous female heroes. Oaxaca was chosen for the event because it is home to 15 indigenous languages.
Odilia Aquino, an Ikoots translator, affirmed indigenous women are central to community and land defense. Citlalli Hernández, head of the Secretary of Women, stated the administration recognizes indigenous peoples as part of national identity and acknowledges their role in preserving culture and promoting rights.