Juan E. Méndez

Juan E. Méndez
Méndez in 2012
Born (1944-12-11) December 11, 1944
Lomas de Zamora, Argentina
Occupation(s)Lawyer, human rights activist, United Nations special rapporteur
AwardsLetelier-Moffitt Human Rights Award (2014)

Juan E. Méndez (born December 11, 1944) is an Argentine lawyer, former United Nations Special Rapporteur on Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, and a human rights activist known for his work on behalf of political prisoners.

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