Marco Romero Silva

Marco Romero Silva is a distinguished Colombian academic, historian, and lawyer, known for his extensive work in human rights advocacy, particularly concerning internally displaced populations in Colombia. With a background in public law and political institutions, he has held significant positions at the National University of Colombia and currently directs the Consultancy for Human Rights and Displacement (Codhes). Romero has dedicated over three decades to addressing the humanitarian crisis of displacement, which has affected millions in Colombia, particularly in regions like Catatumbo. His commitment to social justice is evident in his collaborations with the Constitutional Court of Colombia and his focus on the socioeconomic challenges faced by displaced communities.