Katherine Durán

Katherine Durán, a clinical psychologist specializing in psychodiagnostics and early childhood intervention, currently serves as the executive director of Fundación Tropicalia. She joined the team in 2012, initially leading educational programs and designing social and community development strategies. That same year, she conceptualized and launched the initiative "Soy niña, soy importante" ("I'm a Girl, I'm Important"). This program, which annually supports more than 300 girls and adolescents, focuses on personal and professional development. After serving as education manager for both Fundación Tropicalia and Fundación Cisneros (2015–2023), she now leads the foundation's strategic growth and oversees its operational portfolio.