Led the engagement of Mexico in the migration and forced displacement agendas at the United Nations in Geneva, particularly at the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Human Rights Council (HRC). Served, on a personal capacity, as Rapporteur of the Executive Committee (ExCom) of UNHCR (2021-2022), conducting the negotiation of statutory documents, including an ExCom conclusion on mental health and psychosocial… Show more Led the engagement of Mexico in the migration and forced displacement agendas at the United Nations in Geneva, particularly at the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Human Rights Council (HRC). Served, on a personal capacity, as Rapporteur of the Executive Committee (ExCom) of UNHCR (2021-2022), conducting the negotiation of statutory documents, including an ExCom conclusion on mental health and psychosocial support, adopted by consensus by 107 Member States. Led the Mexican initiatives on migration at the HRC, one of which is an annual resolution on the human rights of migrants. Fostered Mexico's leadership in fora and mechanisms on migration and forced displacement, including as part of the IOM Council Bureau (2018-2022) and as member of the Steering Committee of the Migration Multi-Partner Trust Fund (2021-2023). Show less

Articulated a political strategy of engagement with Mexico’s allies in the United States, aimed at mitigating the impacts of the anti-immigrant and anti-Mexican environment of the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Provided strategic advice and leadership on a number of topics, including migration and forced displacement, human rights, development cooperation and U.S.- Mexico relations. Coordinated substantive aspects of the Minister's participation in multilateral meetings, including drafting… Show more Articulated a political strategy of engagement with Mexico’s allies in the United States, aimed at mitigating the impacts of the anti-immigrant and anti-Mexican environment of the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Provided strategic advice and leadership on a number of topics, including migration and forced displacement, human rights, development cooperation and U.S.- Mexico relations. Coordinated substantive aspects of the Minister's participation in multilateral meetings, including drafting policy papers, statements and press releases. Engaged in inter-institutional and inter-sectorial teams that developed national strategies and programs to respond to record displacement numbers in Mexico and Central America. Show less

Oversaw Mexico's political dialogue with the state of Arizona, at a time of great polarization that led to a hardening of the state's position towards Mexican migration. Developed and maintained a network of political allies that contributed to a progressive decrease in the number of anti-immigrant legislative initiatives and to a climate of moderate peaceful coexistence with migrant communities. Promoted a constructive narrative about Mexico and Mexican migrants through active public… Show more Oversaw Mexico's political dialogue with the state of Arizona, at a time of great polarization that led to a hardening of the state's position towards Mexican migration. Developed and maintained a network of political allies that contributed to a progressive decrease in the number of anti-immigrant legislative initiatives and to a climate of moderate peaceful coexistence with migrant communities. Promoted a constructive narrative about Mexico and Mexican migrants through active public diplomacy, including launching joint initiatives with the local private sector, academia and civil society. Show less

Oversaw the protection of rights of Mexican migrants in the state of Colorado, regardless of status, as well as programs and services to promote their empowerment and well-being. Coordinated the legal defense of Mexican migrants in vulnerable situations in the U.S. judicial system, to ensure fairness. Promoted strategic partnerships with local actors to articulate rights-based programs and services for Mexican migrants in vulnerable situations, including unaccompanied minors, women victims of… Show more Oversaw the protection of rights of Mexican migrants in the state of Colorado, regardless of status, as well as programs and services to promote their empowerment and well-being. Coordinated the legal defense of Mexican migrants in vulnerable situations in the U.S. judicial system, to ensure fairness. Promoted strategic partnerships with local actors to articulate rights-based programs and services for Mexican migrants in vulnerable situations, including unaccompanied minors, women victims of SGBV, victims of trafficking, LGBTIQ+ persons, etc. Led the dialogue with local law enforcement agencies, aimed at making them sensible and responsive to the rights and needs of vulnerable migrants. Show less