The visit of the two activists, Jovita Tzul and Edgar Orlando, is part of the project titled "Visibilization and defense of Human Rights activists by lawyers defending Human Rights in Guatemala," which has the financial support of the Second Vice Presidency and the Department of Social Services, Equality and Housing.
A visit that has been an opportunity to learn more about the different realities of Guatemala and to be able to draw conclusions to continue working.
Jovita Tzul is a prominent Guatemalan lawyer and notary who is part of the Program to Fight Impunity of the Center for Legal Action on Human Rights (CALDH). Jovita and her team are dedicated to addressing cases related to serious violations of Human Rights, including those that arose during the armed conflict, the defense of the rights of indigenous peoples, cases of human rights violations against women and the criminalization of defenders. of human rights.
Edgar Orlando Putul Chub is a Guatemalan lawyer and notary who is part of the legal team of the Association of Mayan Lawyers and Notaries of Guatemala. Over the last few years, Edgar has played a crucial role in promoting human rights, focusing on the defense of the rights of indigenous peoples, justice and territory, as well as the protection of human rights defenders.