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Cristina Donoso

@cristinadonoso

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Motivated human rights professional with a commitment to social justice.

Spain

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters social justice and allows me to advocate for human rights, with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

I am a dedicated human rights professional with extensive field and institutional experience across Latin America and Europe. My work has been driven by a strong commitment to social justice, democracy, and cross-cultural collaboration. I have honed my skills in administrative coordination, multilingual drafting, and advocacy support in international forums, making me a valuable asset in any organization focused on human rights.

Currently, I am an Advocacy Trainee at the Right Livelihood Award Foundation in Geneva, where I have successfully delivered an official oral statement at the UN Human Rights Council and coordinated the Women Laureates Hub. My previous roles, including my time as an Employability Program Assistant at Lisbon Project NGO and an intern at the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have equipped me with the ability to manage communication, event logistics, and support for human rights defenders effectively.

With a European Master’s in Human Rights and Democratisation and a BA in Political Science, I am well-prepared to tackle complex challenges in the human rights arena. I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences to contribute to impactful initiatives that promote human rights and advocate for marginalized communities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Advocacy Trainee

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Right Livelihood Award Foundation

Feb 2025 - Present (4 months)

Delivered an official oral statement at the 58th UN Human Rights Council on Nicaragua. Drafted advocacy briefs, highlight reports, and official correspondence for UN and EU delegations.

Advocacy UN Human Rights Council Translation Event Coordination

Employability Program Assistant

Lisbon Project NGO

Mar 2024 - Jul 2024 (4 months)

Supported refugee and migrant integration, working directly with Latin American beneficiaries. Managed the database, CV reviews, and maintained case tracking and donor reporting systems.

Database Management Communications Strategy Data Analysis Donor Reporting

Support Personnel

NATO Summit

Jun 2022 - Jun 2022 (0 months)

Assisted press and delegations with venue navigation, digital tools, and logistics during the NATO Summit. Provided crucial support for a high-profile international event.

Logistics Communication

Intern – Latin America & Caribbean Division

Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Feb 2022 - Jun 2022 (4 months)

Produced daily press briefs on Latin American politics shared with the entire division. Researched Spanish cooperation priorities and prepared country context reports.

Research Diplomatic Protocol

Research Intern

Save the Children

Jan 2021 - Mar 2021 (2 months)

Contributed to a forthcoming article on child rights responses during COVID-19. Analyzed data from pilot programs and helped plan webinars on the Barnahus model.

Research Data Analysis

Volunteer

UN Forum on Business & Human Rights

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)

Took notes, drafted reports, and supported virtual session management as rapporteur. Contributed to the documentation and facilitation of key discussions.

Rapporteur

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Global Campus of Human Rights

European Master’s, Human Rights and Democratisation

Completed a European Master’s in Human Rights and Democratisation. The thesis focused on Women's Rights under CEDAW & Belém do Pará in Ecuador. Coursework included international human rights law, UN mechanisms, and the Inter-American System of Human Rights, alongside regional specialization seminars and advocacy simulations.

CEU Cardenal Herrera University

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science & Political Communication

Activities and societies: Erasmus exchange at Ghent University, Belgium; Elected class and international student council delegate

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a Minor in Political Communication. This included an Erasmus exchange at Ghent University, Belgium. During this time, I was elected as a class and international student council delegate.

Lehigh University

Program Completion, Communication & Leadership

Undertook specialized training in Communication and Leadership at Lehigh University. This program provided valuable insights and enhanced practical skills in effective communication and leadership strategies.

Colegio Americano de Quito

High School Diploma, General Studies

Successfully completed secondary education, earning a High School Diploma from Colegio Americano de Quito. This foundational education prepared me for higher academic pursuits.