Eduardo Leblanc González
Eduardo Leblanc González is a prominent Panamanian lawyer and public figure known for his role as the Defensor del Pueblo (Ombudsman) of Panama. He has been an advocate for human rights and social justice, often addressing issues related to public administration and the protection of citizens' rights. Recently, he gained media attention for calling for a criminal investigation into the denial of medical attention to a young student at a health facility, highlighting the need for accountability in the healthcare system.
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Eduardo Leblanc González highlighted the structural gaps faced by Afro-descendant children during the presentation of the report.
Niños afrodescendientes entre el hambre, la violencia y el racismo en Panamá
Panama· 2025-12-08
Eduardo Leblanc González visited Taboga to address complaints about fare increases.
Restablecen servicio de ferry a Taboga luego de protestas y suspensiónPanama· 2025-11-27
Eduardo Leblanc González is the defender of the People of Panama who addressed the recent increase in transportation fares to Taboga.
Aumentos en pasaje a Taboga generan tensiones; Defensoría pide abrir el mercado a nuevos operadoresPanama· 2025-11-16Eduardo Leblanc González warned about the risk of losing jobs due to the ongoing protests.
Diálogo en Bocas del Toro se interrumpe; Gobierno queda a la espera de nueva señal por parte de los trabajadoresPanama· 2025-05-15
Eduardo Leblanc González, the defender of the People, requested that this case be elevated to the criminal sphere to clarify responsibilities.
Ulaps de la CSS Capira: la negativa de atención médica a un estudiante y sus consecuenciasPanama· 2025-04-12