FAVLA Ratifies Erika Arango as Executive Director

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Fundación ACDI/VOCA LA

“Erika’s leadership and vision have been invaluable to our organization, and we are confident that she is the perfect person to lead us into the future.” said Sylvia Megret, FAVLA Board Chair.

Bogota, Colombia – March 25, 2025

Fundación ACDI/VOCA LA (FAVLA) is pleased to announce that Erika Arango, who has served as Interim Executive Director since July 3, 2024, has been appointed as the organization’s permanent Executive Director, effective March 25, 2025. Erika brings extensive experience and a proven track record of leadership to this role.

About Fundación ACDI/VOCA LA

FAVLA was founded with a clear mission: to transform environments and create opportunities for meaningful inclusion. In 2024, we consolidated our impact, bolstering strategic partnerships with 22 partners, 74% of which belong to the private sector, reflecting our focus on sustainability and social innovation. Thanks to this joint work, we were able to strengthen 133 organizations and associations, indirectly impacting 8,264 people in our value chains. We have also worked with strategic sectors such as oil & gas, banking, and industry, promoting more inclusive and sustainable business models.

“Taking on the leadership of this organization has been both a challenge and a privilege. Working alongside a talented and committed team has reaffirmed my belief in the power of social innovation and collaboration to transform realities. We will continue to move forward with determination so that FAVLA continues to be a driving force for change inLatin America and the Caribbean.” said Erika, Arango.

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