About Paola Villarreal
Born 1984. Paola Villarreal is a Mexican programmer and computer scientist.
Paola Villarreal (born 5 October 1984) is a Mexican computer programmer who developed the Data for Justice app equipped with an interactive map that compares police operations in white dominated areas and minority neighborhoods in Mexico. Data from the app helped reversed 20,000 racially unbalanced drug convictions.
Honors She was named in the BBC 100 Women (inspiring and influential women from around the world) in 2019 for her work in maternal health.
She was listed in the MIT Innovators Under 35 LATAM for 2018.
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Who is Paola Villarreal?
Mexican computer programmer and innovator
When was Paola Villarreal born?
Paola Villarreal was born on 5 October 1984 in Mexico City.
What is Paola Villarreal's occupation?
Paola Villarreal is a programmer and computer scientist.
What nationality is Paola Villarreal?
Paola Villarreal is Mexican.
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