Luzmila Abad

Luzmila Abad
Born	(1978-09-04) September 4, 1978 (age 45) Luis Cordero, Santiago de Méndez Canton
Nationality	Ecuador
Occupation	politician

In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Abadand the second or maternal family name is Morocho.

Luzmila Mercedes Abad Morocho (Luis Cordero, September 4, 1978) is an activist and Ecuadorian politician. Recognized for her prominent role in the network of Amazonian women and her foundational contribution to the Plurinational Pachakutik Movement, currently serving as an assembly member for the province of Morona Santiago. ^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]}

Biography

Abad, born on September 4, 1978, in Luis Cordero, is the eldest daughter of Segundo José Abad and Delia Morocho. Although her parents resided in Chupianza, where she was conceived, public health reasons led to her birth taking place in "Cañar – El Cordero." Her birth certificate reflects the birthplace in El Cordero, but her identity is linked to Chupianza, an integral part of the Santiago de Méndez canton.^{[ citation needed ]}

She encouraged women to claim their rights since her motherhood at the age of 15.^{[ citation needed ]} Her upbringing was imbued with the Shuar-Achuar culture.

Contributions

Her participation was prominent in the release of Pepe Acacho during the government of Rafael Correa. She facilitated the first-time registration of a Shuar, Marcelino Chumpi, as prefect in the prefecture of Morona Santiago. Additionally, she played a significant role in the election of Tiyua Uyunkar as the first Achuar prefect. She was involved in the defense of citizens' rights after the death of Bosco Wisum, leader of the Shuar nation. As an activist, she advocated for the promotion and protection of children's rights, contributing to improving the living conditions of children in the region. Currently, she leads the network of Amazonian women. ^{[6] [7]}

Professional career

Abad studied at Julio Matovelle School in Chupiantza Chico and at the Logroño agricultural technical school, obtaining her high school diploma in agriculture. She started her professional career in 2005 as a political lieutenant in Patuca and, in 2007, served as a secretary in the prefecture of Morona Santiago during the tenure of Jaime Mejía.

Despite facing interruptions, her educational pursuit included studies at ESPE Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas, Instituto Intel Com, and later a bachelor's degree in business administration, currently in its final phase. ^[1]

Political career

With 28 years of experience in Pachakutik and 16 years in the provincial government of Morona Santiago, Abad played key roles, including assistant, communicator, and secretary. Her experience covered fundamental areas of governmental administration and oversight, standing out as an expert in citizen participation. ^[8]

Assembly member

She resigned from her position on June 7, 2023, motivated by the cross-death decree issued by President Guillermo Lasso, to participate in the general elections for the Assembly. ^{[9] [10] [11] [3]} Henry Kronfle became the President of the re-formed National Assembly of 137 representatives in 2023. At his election there were only nine members who voted against him including Rosa Baltazar, Adriana García, Lucia Posso, Fabiola Sanmartín, Andrea Rivadeneira, Carmen Tiupul, Mariana Yumbay and Abad. ^[12]

References

1. TuVozNuestraFuerza (November 16, 2023). "Biography of Luzmila Abad" (in Spanish). Retrieved November 20, 2023.
2. "Nine legislators did not vote for Henry Kronfle" (in Spanish). November 17, 2023. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
3. "Pachakutik held its primary elections". www.expreso.ec. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
4. "How the 15 committees were integrated in the National Assembly; each one chose its authorities". www.vistazo.com (in Spanish). Retrieved November 20, 2023.
5. "Delivery of letter of requests to assembly member Luzmila Abad – CONAGOPARE MORONA SANTIAGO" (in Spanish). September 15, 2023. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
6. Estevez, Fernando Soto (October 25, 2023). "Ten Amazonian assembly members attended a meeting in Puyo". Diario Los Andes (in Spanish). Retrieved November 20, 2023.
7. "Luzmila Abad, coordinator of the Amazonian Women's Network in Morona Santiago" (in European Spanish). Retrieved November 20, 2023.
8. "Pachakutik prepares to evaluate the latest electoral results that would give it five seats in the National Assembly". El Universo (in Spanish). August 24, 2023. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
9. "Morona Santiago Archives". Observatorio Legislativo (in Spanish). Retrieved November 20, 2023.
10. "Know the composition of the legislative blocs a few days before the installation session of the new National Assembly". El Universo (in Spanish). November 13, 2023. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
11. Mercurio, El Redacción (November 19, 2023). "This is how the 15 committees of the National Assembly were formed" (in Spanish). Retrieved November 20, 2023.
12. "Nueve legisladores no votaron por Henry Kronfle" (in Spanish). November 17, 2023. Archived from the original on November 20, 2023. Retrieved November 22, 2023.