Macarena Mantilla moved from Ecuador to pursue her degree in journalism at Thompson Rivers University. She seeks to amplify the stories of people in the Tk’emlúps (Kamloops) territory. Growing up in Quito, Ecuador taught her about different cultures and traditions. She is interested in reporting on social issues, mental health and human rights. She has covered stories that have focused on minorities in the community.
“Through the Interior Women's Center society, one of our biggest hopes and dreams is to bring loud and proud advocacy work for women and girls and non-binary individuals across the interior,” Kathleen Larose says, one of the cofounders of the organization.
The Kamloops Adult Learners Society, going on 20 years of operations, was recently awarded $5,000 from the 2025 social and community development grants given by the city.