The final Coffee and Human Rights event of the fall semester took place on November 18, 2024, and featured Katya Salazar, Executive Director of the Due Process of Law Foundation (DPLF). In this intimate and engaging discussion, Ms. Salazar shared her extensive expertise in advancing climate justice, human rights, and the Inter-American Human Rights System.

Throughout the conversation, she provided valuable insights into the strategies and challenges involved in strengthening these critical areas, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, advocacy, and robust legal frameworks in addressing systemic injustices. She highlighted the evolving landscape of human rights in Latin America and beyond, illustrating the ways in which legal and policy interventions can drive meaningful change.

Students in attendance had the unique opportunity to engage directly with Ms. Salazar, asking questions about her career, experiences, and perspectives on current human rights challenges. The discussion fostered an enriching exchange of ideas, leaving attendees with a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness between human rights, governance, and environmental justice. The event served as a powerful conclusion to the Coffee and Human Rights series, inspiring students to think critically about innovative and effective approaches to human rights advocacy in their own work.