Virginia Laparra

Virginia Laparra

lawyer Guatemala

Virginia Laparra is a Guatemalan anti-corruption prosecutor who has faced severe persecution for her efforts to combat corruption in her country. After reporting a judge for leaking sensitive information, she was imprisoned and subsequently forced into exile to protect her life. Laparra has received international recognition for her bravery, including the Sir Henry Brooke award for her commitment to human rights. Her experiences highlight the dangers faced by those who stand against corruption in Guatemala, and she continues to advocate for justice and accountability despite the risks.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
16,482
Power
75$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guatemala 1 5.00 0.09% +0% 17,915,568 16,482 $82,000 75$
Totals 1 17,915,568 16,482 $82,000 75$
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Recent Mentions

Guatemala Guatemala: Virginia Laparra was declared in rebellion and an arrest warrant was issued against her after being condemned to five years in prison for revealing reserved information. 5

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: Sala gira orden de captura contra exfiscal Virginia Laparra y es declarada en rebeldía

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Virginia Laparra is an anti-corruption prosecutor who was forced into exile after being pursued by Guatemala's conservative elite. 9

The Guardian: Exile is ‘a little bit less than death’ for lawyer forced to flee Guatemala | Guatemala