María Victoria Calle Correa
María Victoria Calle Correa was a prominent Colombian lawyer and the first female president of the Constitutional Court of Colombia. She served two terms as president of the court and was known for her strong stance on democratic rights and social justice. Calle notably voted against the possibility of a third re-election for paramilitary leaders, which marked a significant moment in Colombia's legal history. Unfortunately, she had to retire from her position seven years ago due to health issues, including a stroke. Her passing on December 21 has been met with tributes from many, including President Gustavo Petro, who praised her commitment to democracy and freedom.
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María Victoria Calle Correa was the first woman to serve as president of the Constitutional Court of Colombia.
‘La misión de la Corte no solo es proteger los derechos, sino controlar estados de excepción’
Colombia· 2026-02-18
María Victoria Calle Correa was a magistrate and two-time president of the Constitutional Court of Colombia.
Murió la magistrada María Victoria Calle Correa, quien fue dos veces presidenta de la Corte ConstitucionalColombia· 2025-12-22
