Elizabeth Espinosa Conejo

Elizabeth Espinosa is a 28-year-old daughter of Mindalae Kichwa Otavalo parents. She holds a degree in Accounting and Auditing and currently works in the financial department of the Otavalango Living Museum in Otavalo, Ecuador. In addition to her financial responsibilities, she has also served as a secretary, tour guide, and Kichwa language teacher. Deeply committed to preserving indigenous culture, she has contributed to cultural events such as the Ñuka Llacta workshop and the Inti Raymi celebrations. Elizabeth has also promoted initiatives like the "Woman, Culture, and Heritage" forum, which highlights the important role of women in Kichwa traditions. She actively participates in discussions on financial and cultural topics, believing that financial literacy is essential for sustaining cultural heritage. As a Kichwa teacher, she educates university students from various institutions, working to preserve and promote the Kichwa language and culture internationally.