Ángela Hernández Cajo

Ángela Teresa Hernández Cajo (Lima, June 30, 1961) is a Peruvian lawyer and politician. She is the current Minister of Women and Vulnerable Populations in the government of Dina Boluarte, as of April 1, 2024.

Studies Ángela Hernández Cajo studied Law and Political Science at the National University of San Marcos (1978–1986). At the same university, she completed a master's degree in law with a mention in Criminal Sciences (1991–1993).

Career Her career has focused on the defense of women's rights and the fight against gender violence. She has held various positions in the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations, including national coordinator of Women's Emergency Centers, executive director of the National Program against Family and Sexual Violence, general director of the General Directorate of Family and Community (2013–2016), and advisor of the Vice Ministry of Women (2023–2024).

Minister of Women

On April 1, 2024, Ángela Hernández was appointed the new Minister of Women and Vulnerable Populations by President Dina Boluarte, replacing , as part of the ministerial cabinet chaired by Gustavo Adrianzén.