The Pink Helmets initiative, promoted by the National Association of Water and Sanitation Entities of Mexico (ANEAS), is designed to encourage greater female involvement in water utility operations.
Mónica Vega Aguirre, head of the State Commission of Public Services of Tijuana (CESPT), recently joined them during a field operation in the Jardines del Rubí neighborhood where they worked alongside CESPT crews from the Paraíso District to rehabilitate 145 linear meters of sanitary sewer infrastructure on José María Rodríguez Street.
This exercise gave them direct exposure to technical procedures, safety protocols, and the coordination required to maintain the city’s sanitation network.
Vega emphasized that such field experiences as Pink Helmets are essential for building practical skills and professional growth.
“From the moment I learned about Pink Helmets, I knew it was a project worth backing,” she said. “Seeing these women apply their training in real-world conditions confirms that we are on the right track. They have the knowledge, capability, and determination to excel in any operational role at CESPT. Our duty is to keep creating opportunities for them to do so.”
She also stressed that on-site training offers participants a deeper appreciation of the daily work carried out by field crews on sanitary and hydraulic infrastructure, while enriching their technical expertise through authentic, on-the-ground learning.
“Every repair demands technical know-how, teamwork, and a strong sense of responsibility toward the public,” Vega added. “That kind of experience is a vital part of the preparation we want to offer Pink Helmets members because it’s in the field where the true value of our operations becomes clear.”
Rosalba Angélica Espinoza Bojórquez, a collector for the Mariano Matamoros District and a Pink Helmets participant, shared her personal enthusiasm for the program.
“I’m thrilled and grateful to be part of this initiative. I never imagined I’d have the chance to learn directly in the field and show that women belong in CESPT’s operational areas just as much as anyone else,” she said.
Mónica Vega reiterated her commitment to supporting programs like Pink Helmets, which empowers women by allowing them to develop their skills in the agency and contribute through preparation and real-world experience to delivering better service to the Tijuana community.
