María Elbia Pisuña Llulluna

María Elbia Pisuña Llulluna, president of RENAREC, leads the Federation that represents more than 20,000 waste pickers in Ecuador. With 36 years of experience in waste picking, she began at the age of 14 and has worked in dumps, streets and housing developments, standing out for her socio-educational work. Since 2008, he has expanded his focus to training citizens in waste management. Her international projection has strengthened organizations. She is currently a member of REDLACRE’s communications secretariat. Its commitment includes a strong social component, for the recognition of waste picking as work and dignity.