CAROLINA GUTIÉRREZ PERINI

Sector: Project Development and Cooperation

• Strengthening the Cali Sustainable initiative.
• Fundraising for the Yarumal Community Gardens and urban forest project.
• Training program for SENA instructors in sustainable initiatives.
• Development of the Sustainable Construction Manual for public policy and regulation.
• Sustainability and fundraising strategy for the Casa Obeso Mejía Cultural Center.

Sector: Project Development and Cooperation

• Pedagogical Coordinator for the REPIC (Renewable Energy, Energy, and Resource Efficiency) Project.
• Technical Coordinator for the Capacity Building for Energy Efficiency in Latin American Buildings project.
• Design of incentive workshops for the Sustainable Construction Manual in Santiago de Cali.
• Development and implementation of a financial simulator for incentives under the Cali Sustainable Building Seal.
• Community engagement and consultation for the Monitoring and Measurement of Demonstrative Buildings project (CEELA).
• Design and implementation of workshops for the CEELA Project Roadmap 2023–2026.
• Facilitated expert workshops on sustainable construction incentives in Latin America, engaging professionals from Mexico, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, and Colombia.

Sector: Project Development and CooperationCoordination among technical experts, government entities, cooperative agencies, and private companies for project expansion.
Oversight and monitoring of 43 projects involving the public, private, and international cooperation sectors.
Financial tracking of projects totaling approximately $2 million dollars.
Development of marketing and impact strategies for academic unit initiatives.
Optimization of resources and promotion of inter-institutional collaboration.
Fundraising for social, cultural, and educational programs.
Key Achievements:Exceeded financial sustainability targets by 148% annually.
Expanded impact to 23 municipalities and 12 departments, collaborating on international projects across four countries.
Engaged 22,000 beneficiaries, working alongside 593 social organizations and 115 private companies.
Contributed to 11 out of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through strategic project implementation.

Sector: Education.

• Design and implementation of educational projects for diverse vulnerable communities.
• Development, commercialization, and growth strategies for technological education platforms.
• Creation of corporate education programs and the establishment of corporate schools.
• Budget management and fundraising for educational initiatives.

Key Achievements:

• Designed and launched Fluentwords, a bilingual education platform.
• Implemented bilingualism projects in partnership with six private entities and six municipalities in Valle del Cauca.
• Developed and structured five corporate education programs.
• Edited and published educational resources for children and young audiences.

Sector: Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation

• Design and implementation of projects across public, private, and cooperative sectors.
• Financial planning, monitoring, and tracking of development initiatives.

Key Achievements:

• Led an education development project in District 8 of Buenaventura for vulnerable communities.
• Developed and implemented the "Malocas de la Ciencia" project to promote scientific knowledge in vulnerable communities.
• Psychosocial coordination for entrepreneurship projects benefits microenterprises in prioritized territories with low educational and economic levels in the region.
• Contributed to public health policy guidelines for Afro-Colombian communities in Santiago de Cali.
• Designed and facilitated training programs for small and medium enterprises in inclusion, life planning, and strategic development.
• Strengthened support for victims of armed conflict in collaboration with the University of Valle and the Cali Mayor’s Office.

Sector: Education

• Coordinated exhibitors and professionals for LEALA (Los Angeles Spanish Book Fair).
• Facilitated strategic business agreements between Latin American and U.S. publishing professionals.
• Organized educational programs linking Latin American universities with U.S. institutions.
• Promoted and strengthened the Hispanic publishing market in the U.S. through targeted educational initiatives for Spanish-speaking communities.

Key Achievements:

• Established 10 strategic partnerships with institutions such as the Los Angeles Public Library, UCLA, USC, and the Getty Museum.
• Created an Educational Pavilion to foster university collaborations and academic exchange.
• Secured $1.5 million in financial and in-kind sponsorships.
• Achieved a 242% growth in LEALA over four years.
• Boosted Spanish book sales in the U.S. by developing commercial networks among key industry players.
• Organized international events with participants from 11 Latin American and European countries.

Sector: Public Administration

• Facilitated dialogue and civic participation for the formulation and implementation of public policies.
• Developed programs to foster entrepreneurship and human capital growth.
• Integrated informal vendors into formal markets for goods and services.
• Managed partnerships with public entities, private companies, and NGOs to enhance project execution.

Key Achievements:

• Organized 14 fairs to support informal vendors and artisans.
• Led the relocation of informal economy workers in Bogotá, promoting sustainable integration.
• Conducted six training workshops on entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and resource management.

Sector: Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation

• Designed and implemented programs to raise awareness and sensitize the public about Latin American migration to Italy, while providing consultancy for intercultural integration projects.

Key Achievements:

• Led an integration project aimed at connecting non-EU immigrants with the local community in the Prato area.
• Organized conferences titled “Anti-Personnel Mines: A Hidden Reality” in collaboration with the University of Florence and Fundación Mi Sangre of Medellín.
• Delivered lectures on “Institutionality and Democracy in Latin America” at the University of Florence.
• Coordinated conferences on “Conflict Theories and Peacebuilding” with Marco Mayer (UN Representative) at the University of Florence.
• Facilitated workshops and conferences on “Migration and Human Rights” at the University of Florence.
• Conducted awareness workshops in schools across the Prato and Florence areas.

Sector: Development Cooperation

• Diagnosed victims of domestic violence and sexual harassment in Altos de Cazucá (a vulnerable community in Bogotá) and analyzed the comprehensive care flowchart for its implementation.

Key Achievements:

• Prepared a document on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
• Developed a comprehensive care flowchart for the support of victims of domestic violence and sexual harassment.
• Facilitated art therapy workshops for children affected by domestic violence and sexual harassment in Altos de Cazucá.