Artemis Torres Valenzuela

Artemis Torres Valenzuela is a prominent historian at the University of San Carlos of Guatemala and a researcher at the Center for the Study of Cultures in Guatemala (CECEG). She is known for her critical analysis of Guatemala's independence narrative, emphasizing the marginalization of indigenous peoples, women, and Afro-descendants in historical accounts. Torres advocates for a more inclusive and reflective approach to history that recognizes the complexities and ongoing repercussions of Guatemala's past, particularly in relation to sovereignty and democracy.