Pronouns: he/him
Felipe leads CGRS’s policy advocacy related to human mobility in the Americas, including climate displacement. He is a frequent speaker on these issues, presenting in academic, advocacy, and media settings. Felipe also spearheads CGRS's Spanish language public education efforts.
Before joining CGRS, Felipe worked as a Department of Justice accredited representative at Catholic Charities of San Francisco, providing direct legal services, outreach, and public education in the immigrant community of San Mateo County, California. He also worked at the Center for Justice and Accountability, supporting the litigation of cases involving serious human rights violations in different Latin American countries.
Prior to migrating to the United States, he served as in-house counsel for one of Colombia's largest television networks.
Languages: English, Spanish
Education
Tufts University, The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, M.A.L.D.
Universidad de los Andes, Specialist in Journalism
Universidad de los Andes, LL.B.
Admitted to practice law in Colombia.
Selected Publications and Commentary
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"Trump 2.0: Four Key Shifts Expected in U.S. Asylum and Regional Migration Policy," Leir Briefing Room, December 5, 2024.
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“How the Inter-American Court Could Advance Protection for Climate-Displaced Individuals,” Just Security, June 12, 2024
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“What Did Leaders Accomplish at Their Migration Summit?” Latin American Advisor, May 20, 2024
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“What Is Behind the Increase in Emigration From Venezuela?” with Blaine Bookey, Latin America Advisor, October 23, 2024