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Karol CariolaChilean social and political figure
Date of Birth: 01.04.1987
Country:  Chile |
Content:
- Early Life
- Student Activism
- Leadership in the Communist Youth
- Electoral Success
- Parliamentary Activities
Early Life
Karol Cariola Oliva was born in Concepción, Chile, where she pursued a degree in midwifery. As a student at the University of Concepción, she became actively involved in student politics.
Student Activism
In 2008, Cariola emerged as a leader during student demonstrations, securing concessions from the university administration. She subsequently served as Vice President and President of the University of Concepción Student Federation (FEC) from 2008 to 2011.
In 2009, Cariola was a key organizer of the National Tripartite Congress on Education, which brought together students, academics, and workers to develop demands for educational reform. In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake and tsunami of February 2010, Cariola played a significant role in coordinating volunteer efforts to aid victims.
Leadership in the Communist Youth
In 2011, Cariola was elected General Secretary of the Communist Youth of Chile (JJCC), becoming the second woman to hold this position after Gladys Marín. Amidst widespread student protests known as the "Chilean Winter," Cariola emerged as a vocal critic of government policies and advocated for educational de-privatization.
Electoral Success
As part of the New Majority coalition, Cariola was nominated as a candidate for Congress in the 19th electoral district of Santiago. In the 2013 primary elections, she secured a commanding majority of votes. In the subsequent general elections, Cariola was elected to the Chamber of Deputies with a significant margin of victory. She was re-elected in 2017, receiving the highest number of votes among seven candidates in the newly created 9th district of Santiago.
Parliamentary Activities
In Parliament, Cariola has championed women's rights, marijuana legalization, same-sex marriage, and a 40-hour workweek. Alongside Camila Vallejo, she has consistently supported progressive causes and opposed policies she deems detrimental to the well-being of the Chilean people.
