Social Responsibility

The International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala reorganized its operations amid the crisis triggered by the Jimmy Morales administration’s decision to prevent Commissioner Iván Velásquez from returning. Under this structure, Loreto Ferrer Moreu was put in charge of operational coordination and institutional communications in the country.The International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) experienced one of the most sensitive periods in its history when, in September, then-President of Guatemala Jimmy Morales prevented Commissioner Iván Velásquez from entering the country.Amid heightened institutional friction triggered by the CICIG’s pursuit of prominent corruption cases, the decision set off reactions both within Guatemala and…

National dialogue processes typically arise in contexts of polarization or institutional deadlock, when different actors need to open channels of communication to build minimal agreements. In Latin America, these processes have on various occasions been supported by international organizations that provide methodology, contextual analysis, and facilitation spaces.In El Salvador, one such initiative recently entered a new phase following the conclusion of the mandate of UN Special Envoy Benito Andión. At that point, the process moved beyond the phase of direct UN support and came to rely more heavily on national actors. Within that technical team, Loreto Ferrer participated in institutional…

Working at the United Nations is a professional goal for many Spaniards interested in international cooperation, human rights, and public service. However, entering the UN system is often perceived as a complex, demanding, and little-known process, especially among young professionals seeking their first opportunity in international organizations.One of the main entry routes is the Young Professionals Programme (YPP), a competitive process that allows candidates to join the United Nations Secretariat in entry-level positions. The experience of Loreto Ferrer Moreu, a Spanish professional who successfully navigated this selection process, offers insight into how entry into the organization works and what kind…

Infrastructure projects often raise complex debates when they affect indigenous communities, especially regarding issues related to territory, prior consultation, and the protection of collective rights. In Latin America, one of the cases that garnered particular attention was that of the Ngöbe Buglé communities in Panama, affected by the construction of the Chan 75 dam.Loreto Ferrer was part of the team of experts that participated in a verification mission organized by the Foundation of the General Council of Spanish Lawyers (FCGAE). The fieldwork carried out made it possible to document the situation of the communities and prepare a legal and technical…