Carmen Rozas Olivera
2025-2026 University of Chicago Scholar
Peru
Founder & Public Policy Consultant, Cusco Mentorship Program & Peruvian Government
Transforming access to leadership for women and youth through inclusive public policy and community-led education programs
Carmen Rozas Olivera is a public policy consultant and social entrepreneur dedicated to strengthening democracy in Peru by increasing women’s visibility and effectiveness in policy leadership. As the founder of the Cusco Mentorship Program, she leads a virtual initiative that connects high school students in Cusco with mentorship opportunities, expanding their academic and professional horizons. She also serves as project leader at Hacedoras, an NGO that equips women with the leadership skills needed to thrive in public policy spaces. Building on these experiences and her work in the Peruvian government, Carmen aims to leverage the Scholars program to expand Hacedoras’ reach and impact. Her vision is to mobilize resources and design sustainable pathways that bring women and underserved youth to the center of public decision-making and community development in Peru.
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