Economic hardship reported in Minas and Zapala

In Uruguay, Karina Ayala Iturburu, a resident of Minas, has issued an appeal for community solidarity due to severe economic difficulties. Currently on medical leave, Ayala is struggling to cover basic household expenses and home repairs. She is also caring for her son, Pablo Berdia, who requires specialized medical equipment and care for myelomeningocele. The family is requesting donations of food, clothing, household items, and assistance with transportation and housing maintenance.

In Argentina, a group of approximately 100 residents in Zapala has organized under the name ‘Vecinos Organizados de Zapala’ to demand dignified employment opportunities. The group, composed of families facing unemployment or unstable informal work, stated they are not seeking government subsidies but rather the chance to secure stable jobs through cooperatives, projects, or local enterprises to support their households.