International Women’s Day 2025: Honoring Impact and Female Leadership
Written by: Andrea M. Fayad
On Friday, March 7, 2025, the Women’s Federation for World Peace – Uruguay Chapter successfully hosted the International Women's Day event at the Conference Hall of the Radisson Victoria Plaza.
Under the UN theme “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” the event brought together distinguished figures from the social, cultural, and sports fields to recognize the work and commitment of those who are making gender equality a tangible reality rather than an empty discourse.
During the event, the following individuals and institutions were honored:
Juan Pedro Ribas – Journalist and social activist, recognized for his tireless work in promoting equality and human rights.
Inclusive Football School “paTEAndo mitos” – For its work in including children and young people on the autism spectrum (ASD) in sports activities.
Diego Delgrossi – Actor, comedian, and history professor, acknowledged for his contributions to raising awareness about war conflicts from a psychological perspective.
Esther Palomeque – Plastic artist and member of the 33 Orientales solidarity network, recognized for her commitment to community action and art.
Gloria Gómez – Singer known as “The Lady of the Rose,” awarded by Xeniors for her multi-stimulation project for older adults.
CEPRODIH (Center for the Promotion of Human Dignity) – A non-profit organization that provides support to women and families in situations of social and economic vulnerability, domestic violence, and abandonment during pregnancy.
Independent Living Center – Becky Sabah – Honored for promoting freedom of choice and autonomy for people with disabilities, inspired by Pedro Cruz's (1992) quote: “In the field of disability, independent living means the freedom to choose; it means exercising the right to choose.”
Uruguayan Women's National Soccer Team – For paving the way in the sports world, proving that women can compete and succeed professionally and passionately in soccer.
Salvador Program – An initiative of the Lions Clubs of Uruguay aimed at preventing cardiovascular diseases and teaching basic CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) since 2008 under the motto: “Save a life, even your own.”
Professor Mónica Orellano – Founder of the fan base “Mamis y Abuelas Army Internacional” with over 62,000 members, and creator of the psychological support groups “Epifanía Emocional” active in Mexico, France, and the United States, with plans to expand to Uruguay.
The event concluded with a call to action to continue promoting female leadership, gender equality, and the construction of a more just and peaceful society.
