Jennifer Ortiz is an International Relations student at the University of San Carlos of Guatemala, with an interest in national politics, electoral processes, the strengthening of democratic institutions, the rule of law, and citizen participation.
She has participated in various political and civic education initiatives, most notably as a fellow in the “Citizenship Beyond the Vote” (Ciudadanía más allá del voto) program, an initiative of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation. She has also served as a civil society observer during the nomination commission processes for selecting the Attorney General as well as the Comptroller General of Accounts—experiences that have strengthened her interest in transparency and the functioning of public institutions.
She also works as a guide at the Casa de la Memoria, where he helps promote historical memory, critical reflection, and an understanding of the structural inequalities, discrimination, and racism that have shaped Guatemala’s history.
In addition, she has collaborated with AJES on the organization and execution of institutional activities—particularly in areas such as protocol, logistics, support, and follow-up—thereby strengthening her coordination, communication, and teamwork skills.
