Ximena Ortiz Cuarán

Ximena Ortiz Cuarán is a professional with extensive experience in international partnerships and project management focused on indigenous rights, citizen governance, agroecology, food security, and gender issues. Currently serving as Chargée de Partenariats Internationaux for Secours Catholique-Caritas France since February 2021, Ximena develops institutional relationships and supports partners in enhancing their actions. Previous roles include project manager at CINEP, where Ximena oversaw EU-funded projects related to land restitution and peacebuilding, and positions at Fundación Ideas para la Paz and Corporación Ocasa, emphasizing social transparency and dialogue within communities. Ximena's educational background includes multiple degrees in political science and anthropology from prestigious institutions, complemented by specialized training in project management, gender approaches, and human rights.