When the proposal of Ayni Tambo FM, called "Women Building Anyi (reciprocity)", was approved to become part of the Our Voices Program its staff was thrilled with excitement as they will now be able to contribute to the development of Palca, which really needs it. In the last few years this town has experienced a dramatic social and economic change. Gold has been found, creating a gold fever that hasn't necessarily brought development. The gold has attracted people from across the country, even Bolivians who used to migrate to Spain, and homes have been converted into small mines for extracting gold. The average income for men has increased as they are working the mines, deepening the power divide between both genders. Even with the economic flourish Palca's basic needs remain unresolved: there are no sewers, a lack of potable water and adequate education. "There is a lot of movement but there is no real progress" Maria says. The gold has also attracted political instability bringing a parade of seven mayors in the last 5 years, insecurity and no rule of law. A few months ago Prudencio was attacked and put into a coma for several weeks as he tried to stop an injustice invasion from settlers who wanted to occupy a community residence. This extreme situation calls for spaces that promote dialogue and human rights.

Today, Prudencio is still in recovery, improving each day with the support and care of Maria who is determined to continue working to build a stronger and better community. She is hopeful that "Women Building Ayni" and the broadcast of the radio drama Our Voices, will empower women and men to participate in an open dialogue, and together find solutions to counteract the sociopolitical instability that has governed Palca in the recent years. "Radio can help to promote the much needed dialogue and participation, my commitment to the right to communicate is what drives me to facilitate this process."