María José Ramírez

María is a Researcher at TMP and political scientist from Universidad de los Andes, Colombia, with a postgraduate degree in Environmental Law. She has developed strong expertise in environmental security, deforestation and illegal mining, with a focus on the Amazon region. Her work in the public sector has involved close collaboration with indigenous communities and local authorities to strengthen governance and promote sustainable alternatives to illicit economies. María has also managed international cooperation projects aimed at enhancing environmental protection and security efforts in high-risk areas. (Languages: Spanish and English)