Manuel Valdes Duque

Manuel Valdes Duque

I am a law student currently pursuing an LLM at Fordham University, with a strong foundation as a law graduate from Medellín, Colombia. My academic journey is deeply rooted in my commitment to international law and human rights, as I seek to understand and address the complex legal challenges that affect individuals and communities worldwide.

Areas of Interest

International Law
Human Rights

Education

Law degree – Universidad Autonoma Latinoamericana
LL.M in International Law and Justice – Fordham School of Law.

Relevant Experiences

Currently working at District Attorney’s Office in New York, where I am engaged in working with victims of crime. Before moving to New York, I worked for the city government in Medellín, Colombia. There, I was involved in various initiatives that aimed to enhance public governance and ensure the effective implementation of policies that promote social justice and community development for vulnerable communities.

Additionally, I had the opportunity to intern with the Organization of American States (OAS), where I was exposed to the inner workings of an international organization committed to promoting democracy, human rights, and social justice across the Americas.

Languages

Fluent in English and Spanish