Sônia Guajajara

About

Environmental and indigenous advocate known for her work with the Guajajara people. She is also known for having been the Socialism and Liberty Party candidate for the vice-presidency of Brazil, making her the first indigenous person to run for the position. 

Before Fame

She studied at an agricultural college in Minas Geraid and went on to study at the Federal University of Maranhao as well. 

Trivia

She was named to the Brazilian Ordem do Merito Cultural. She was also awarded a medal by Maranhao state. 

Family Life

She was born and raised in a small village in the Amazonian rain forest in Maranhao state. 

Associated With

She scheduled and facilitated an important meeting between indigenous leaders and the president of Brazil Dilma Rousseff.