As the first female Deputy Prime Minister in Spanish history, Ms. Fernández de la Vega has inspired many women to pursue politics and defend the rights of women. Shortly after obtaining her law degree and becoming a judge, she entered politics where she undertook various roles as Secretary of State for Justice, parliamentarian and general secretary of the Socialist Parliamentary Group. Maria Teresa has also been a member of the Civil Society Advisory Group to UN Women. Presently, she serves as Permanent Member of the Council of State of Spain and is the founder and President of the Mujeres por África Foundation, with the aim of contributing to the development of Africa through its women.
