Questions | Interview w/ DANIELA ANCIRA - Co-Founder and CEO, La Cana

Interviewer: Bahía Gatti, MIA Candidate, Columbia University

1.Introduction of Daniela:
● Daniela, as the Co-Founder and CEO of La Cana, you've been
instrumental in creating opportunities for incarcerated women. Can
you share with us more about La Cana's mission and how it seeks to
empower these women through fair employment and skills training?
2. Introduction to La Cana:
● Can you provide an overview of La Cana and its mission?
3. Origin and Inspiration:
● How did La Cana come to be? Could you share the story behind its
founding?
4. Challenges and Goals:
● What are the main challenges faced by women in prison, and how does
La Cana address these challenges?
● What are the primary goals La Cana aims to achieve within the prison
system?
5. Impact and Success Stories:
● Can you share any success stories or examples of the impact La Cana
has had on the lives of women in prison?
● How does La Cana measure success in terms of rehabilitation and
reintegration?
6. Programs and Activities:
● Could you describe the programs and activities that La Cana offers to
women in prison?
● How do these programs contribute to the personal development and
vocational skills of the participants?
7. Art and Expression:
 ● You mentioned involvement in arts and culture. How does La Cana
incorporate these elements into its programs?
● What role does art and creative expression play in the rehabilitation
process?
8. Involvement in Public Policy:
● How does La Cana actively engage in public policy related to prison
reform and social reintegration?
● Can you provide examples of the advocacy work La Cana has done in
this area?
9. Working Conditions and Fair Wages:
● Could you explain the working conditions for women in prison who are
part of La Cana's programs?
● How does La Cana ensure fair wages and economic independence for
these women?
10. Expansion and Future Plans: - La Cana currently operates in several
locations. Are there plans to expand to other areas or prisons? - What are the
long-term goals or vision for La Cana's future impact?
11. Community Engagement: - How does La Cana involve the local community
in its efforts? - What role can the community play in supporting the
rehabilitation and reintegration of women in prison?