The simple act of handwashing may seem a trivial part of your day, but its impact goes far beyond keeping hands clean. It’s an effective and powerful measure to prevent diseases and ultimately save lives, as we witnessed during the pandemic. But are we fully aware of the importance of this practice? A look at history This was not always the case. In fact, until less … [Read more...] about Handwashing: A powerful act
Leticia Ortega
Leticia Ortega Oropeza
Leticia Ortega Oropeza is a Gender and Diversity Consultant for the Water and Sanitation Division of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), providing technical assistance to Team Leaders in applying gender and diversity filters for both loan and technical cooperation projects. Leticia holds a Masters in Gender, Society, and Public Policies. With over fifteen years of diverse experience in the energy sector, covering oil, gas, and renewables, her background as an engineer brings a unique perspective to her role as a gender and diversity specialist. This fusion of technical competence and socially focused perspectives empowers her to develop innovative solutions that promote gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in development projects.