Description: (The First Ecuadorian Woman to Exercise Suffrage)
Matilde Hidalgo Navarro de Procel was a pioneering Ecuadorian physician, poet, and activist who made history as the first woman to vote in Latin America and the first to earn a Doctorate in Medicine. Throughout her career, she passionately advocated for women's rights and gender equality, challenging societal norms and leaving a lasting impact on Ecuadorian history. Her legacy continues to inspire women to pursue equality and empowerment.