Press release regarding the resignation of Mr. José Gualinga, head of the Department of Nationalities of the Gad Municipal Pastaza

The Original Kichwa People of Sarayaku in the province of Pastaza express their opinion about the resignation of Mr. José Gualinga, head of the Department of Nationalities of the Gad Municipal Pastaza, due to the lack of commitment and management of the mayor of the city of Puyo, Mr. Oswaldo Zuniga.

The Original Kichwa People of Sarayaku declare that only promises remained in the campaign. see the pronouncement

"Enough of racism and discrimination against indigenous peoples who have historically been marginalized, today we withdraw support for a mayor without the ability to organize to work and declare Mr. Oswaldo Zuñiga persona non grata" Tupak Viteri, President of the Sarayaku People.