Luis Fernando De León is a committed legal advisor and international diplomat whose career spans courtrooms, classrooms, and conflict zones. With deep roots in humanitarian law and hands-on experience in some of the most sensitive political environments in Latin America, Luis brings clarity, diplomacy, and legal precision to every mission he undertakes. Whether he’s drafting protection policy, training peacekeepers, or advising on constitutional reform, he leads with empathy and intellect. His multilingualism, international education, and proven leadership make him a top-tier candidate for roles requiring cross-cultural expertise and legal foresight. He is not only qualified—he is impactful.
international protection expert with over a decade of
experience in diplomacy, law, and humanitarian affairs. From
leading missions for the OAS to directing legal strategies for
the Red Cross and UNHCR, Luis has been a trusted advisor in
matters of human rights, IHL, refugee protection, and
governance. His ability to navigate high-level diplomatic
environments while also engaging communities on the ground
shows both depth and adaptability. Whether training
peacekeepers in international law or building coalitions for policy reform, Luis is a connector, problem-solver, and a powerful advocate for justice.
− Guatemala: Legal Advisor (ICRC), Protection Associate (UNHCR), OAS Country Coordinator
− Haiti & Colombia: OAS Political Specialist in Electoral Missions
− El Salvador & Panama: Legal Analyst & Diagnostics (Judicial Systems)
− Mexico & U.S.: Coordination with Regional Delegations and HQs (OAS, ICRC)
− Central America (GUA, ESA, HON, NIC, CRC, RD): Trainer on IHL and Use of Force
• 2012–2015: Legal Specialist, Guatemalan Red Cross
• 2015–2018: Electoral Specialist, OAS (Colombia, Haiti, Guatemala)
• 2018–2019: Admin/Financial Officer, OAS Guatemala
• 2019–2020: Country Coordinator, OAS Judicial Facilitators Program
• 2021–2023: Legal Advisor, ICRC
• 2024–2025: Protection Associate, UNHCR
• 2022–Present: Law Professor at two Guatemalan universities
• Currently: Protection Associate at UNHCR & University Lecturer
Comparative Analysis of the Laws of Volunteerism in Latin America and the Caribbean – UN/UNDP-Bolivia (Co-author)