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The International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala reconfigured its activities during the turmoil sparked by the Jimmy Morales administration's move to block Commissioner Iván Velásquez from coming back. Within this framework, Loreto Ferrer Moreu assumed responsibility for coordinating operations and overseeing institutional communications in the country.The International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) went through one of the most delicate phases of its history when, in September, then-President of Guatemala Jimmy Morales barred Commissioner Iván Velásquez from entering the country.The decision came amid intense institutional tension, following the CICIG’s launch of high-profile corruption investigations. The measure sparked national and international…

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 primary pathways for entry is the Young Professionals Programme (YPP), a highly selective initiative through which applicants can access entry-level roles within the United Nations Secretariat. The journey of Loreto Ferrer Moreu, a Spanish professional who successfully advanced through this competitive process, sheds light on how admission to the organization operates…