Marielotte van Ballegooijen

Marielotte van Ballegooijen is an accomplished policy officer currently serving at the Ministerie van Justitie en Veiligheid, focusing on the Dutch Caribbean and Brazil. With diverse experience at the Public International Law & Policy Group, Marielotte contributes as a Senior Research Associate, engaging in multiple global justice projects. Educational qualifications include an LLM in International and Transnational Criminal Law from the University of Amsterdam and an MS in International Crimes, Conflict and Criminology from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Marielotte's background encompasses significant leadership roles and volunteer experiences in legal advisory capacities, student governance, and community support initiatives, demonstrating a strong commitment to human rights and legal education.