Juan Méndez

Juan Méndez is a human rights expert and advocate from Argentina who has worked extensively to combat torture and promote justice globally. He served as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Torture from 2010 to 2016, investigating and reporting on abuse cases worldwide. Méndez is also a lawyer and academic, contributing to policies that protect individuals from inhumane treatment and advocating for fair treatment of detainees. His work aims to ensure governments uphold human rights standards and prevent torture, emphasizing the importance of accountability and systemic reform in safeguarding human dignity.