Sandra ten Zijthoff
Ecuador
SOUTH AMERICA
Hello,
My name is Sandra.I'm half Dutch, half Peruvian and I've grown up in different countries around the world.
I'm currently living in Quito, Ecuador and enjoy capturing moments with my camera.I'm particularly interested in culture, society, nature, sports and travel.
Looking forward to this site's community and networking!
S
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Incumbent President, Rafael Correa has claimed victory for a third term as President of Ecuador after he received nearly 60% of the votes, followed by Guillermo Lasso, who received 23%. Celebrations began in Quito as results began to arrive.
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The Tungurahua volcano, located near the touristic town of Baños, is decreasing in activity, following eruptions of lava this past weekend and the evacuation of over 100 families. The volcano continues to spew ash and is under observation.
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La Marcha del Orgullo, or the Gay Pride Parade, takes place in Quito, Ecuador. People walked through the streets of Quito wearing colorful costumes and waving the rainbow flag, which represents the LGBTQ community.
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British couple Nicola Rothon and Helen Bicknell, who have resided in Ecuador for over 5 years, wish to register their daughter (conceived through artificial insemination), with both their last names. A second hearing of the case is taking place.
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Following the death of Salomé Reyes, a young female cyclist, cyclists in Quito gathered to protest against the insecurity of road travel.
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Indigenous groups from across Ecuador marched into the country's capital to protest the government's mining agreements. Groups from the North and South began merging in the city center.
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Over 300 individuals gather for la Marcha de las Putas, or SlutWalk, in Quito, Ecuador to protest against explaining or excusing rape by referring to any aspect of a woman's appearance, or dress.
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International Women's Day events, organized by Ecuadorian government, mute the protests of thousands of Ecuadorians in Plaza de la Independencia, demonstrating against Ecuadorian President Correa's land policies.
