VOICED : Teodora Vasquez llama a cambiar dura ley antiaborto salvadorena

In July 2007, Tedora Vásquez from El Salvador lost her baby and was imprisoned for 11 years under the country's strict anti-abortion laws, charged with aggravated homicide. She was released in February after a sentence commutation. Despite her ordeal, Tedora pursued education while incarcerated, completing her high school education and earning 30 diplomas in various trades. She now aspires to study law to defend women affected by the public health system. Tedora advocates for legislative change, highlighting the harsh penalties women face under current laws.

What event led to Tedora Vásquez's imprisonment?

• She was accused of theft.

• She lost her baby and was charged under anti-abortion laws.

• She was involved in a political protest.

• She was accused of fraud.

What is the typical sentence for abortion under the Salvadoran Penal Code?

• 30 to 50 years

• 20 to 25 years

• 10 to 15 years

• 2 to 8 years

How do prosecutors and judges in El Salvador often classify abortion cases?

• As theft

• As aggravated homicide

• As minor offenses

• As civil disputes

What did Tedora Vásquez achieve while she was in prison?

• She became a political leader.

• She started a business.

• She completed her primary and secondary education and earned 30 diplomas.

• She wrote a book.

What is Tedora Vásquez's future aspiration?

• To travel the world

• To study law and defend women

• To start a family

• To become a doctor