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Valentina Oropeza<\/h1>\n

Journalist \u00b7 <\/strong><\/span>Researcher <\/span>\u00b7 <\/strong><\/span><\/span>Speaker<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Storytelling<\/h2>\n

I tell stories of real people that encourage readers to connect emotionally<\/span><\/strong> with their journeys.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Investigation<\/h2>\n

I lead rigorous research<\/strong><\/span> that generates relevant findings <\/strong><\/span> and provides real value.<\/p>\n

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Public Speaking<\/h2>\n

I convey stories, analyses, and insights<\/span><\/strong> to diverse and large audiences.<\/span><\/p>\n



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Award-Winning Stories<\/h2>\n

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BBC News Mundo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Recognized with an Emmy Award<\/strong> in the category of Outstanding Feature Story in Spanish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Photo: Valentina Oropeza \/ BBC Mundo<\/p>\n

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Prodavinci<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This coverage was recognized with the King of Spain Award<\/strong> in the category of International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Photo: Prodavinci design<\/p>\n

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Prodavinci<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

This coverage was recognized with the Excellence in Journalism Awards 2020, in the Health Journalism Category of the Inter American Press Association (IAPA) and the Roche Award for Health Journalism.<\/p>\n

Photo: Prodavinci design<\/p>\n

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Selected Stories<\/h2>\n

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BBC News Mundo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Photo: BBC Mundo design<\/p>\n

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BBC News Mundo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Photo: Getty Images posted on BBC News Mundo<\/p>\n

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BBC News Mundo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Foto: Stephen Maturen \/ Stringer via Getty Images – BBC News Mundo<\/p>\n

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Documentaries<\/h2>\n

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