Miguel Mansur
Coming Home with Miguel Mansur
Before becoming a Senator in Aruba, Miguel Mansur considered himself a citizen of the world. Leaving the island at 14, and living in multiple countries, it felt like an escape from homophobia and stigmatization. Yet, he still faced struggles with depression and substance abuse even in more accepting places. Even then, there was still a draw to return home and an economic article he wrote during the COVID pandemic was the spur for a dramatic return. Miguel founded a political party, Accion 21, and won his first election to the Aruban Parliament. Listen to his inspirational journey to authenticity where he rises to meet 21st century challenges in order to build the world he hopes to see.
Before becoming a Senator in Aruba, Miguel Mansur considered himself a citizen of the world. Leaving the island at 14, and living in multiple countries, it felt like an escape from homophobia and stigmatization. Yet, he still faced struggles with depression and substance abuse even in more accepting places. Even then, there was still a draw to return home and an economic article he wrote during the COVID pandemic was the spur for a dramatic return. Miguel founded a political party, Accion 21, and won his first election to the Aruban Parliament. Listen to his inspirational journey to authenticity where he rises to meet 21st century challenges in order to build the world he hopes to see.
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Guest Biography
Father of two. Economist. Politician. Party and Faction Leader ACCION 21. Senator Parliament of Aruba. Miguel was born in Aruba and had the privilege of studying and living around the world. This combined with his background in International Relations, Economics and Finance provided him with the necessary tools and global perspective to understand ongoing issues and contribute added value to his country. Miguel's life, though privileged, had not been easy. Miguel is open about his struggles with depression and substance abuse in his youth as a way to escape from his pain. However, with love, support and resilience, he believes that these experiences have helped shape him into the person he is today. He understands the struggles that many members of the community face and how the stigma around mental health and being different is still prominent in the society we live in today and the effects that these have. He hopes that by stepping into the political arena, he can aid in making Aruba a more accepting and inclusive society for all ethnicities, cultures, backgrounds and orientations that make this island so diverse and unique |
Show Notes
Season 1, Episode 17 Credits
Guest: Miguel Mansur Host: Liz Cavallaro Host: Bree Fram Audio: Frieda Garcia |