Biography

 

Andres Ruiz Ojeda

Andres Ruiz Ojeda

  • Scholar
  • Mexico
  • 2023 PhD Politics and International Studies
  • Christ's College

I have always been fascinated by government’s capacity to address society’s most pressing challenges. During my undergraduate studies at CIDE, Mexico’s premier public social sciences institution, I developed a strong interest in the politics of policymaking while strengthening my understanding of research by collaborating with projects concerned with drug policy and penitentiary reforms. Afterwards, my post-graduation work as a lobbyist provided invaluable frontline experience in Mexican politics across multiple sectors and I thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity of engaging with large coalitions comprising politicians, activists, and citizens pursuing better policies for better outcomes. Having completed my MPhil at Cambridge and served as a policy analyst for a presidential campaign in Mexico, my doctoral research now examines the intricate co-constitution between international human rights law and Latin American countries’ foreign policy priorities. As a proud member of the Gates Cambridge community, I am committed to placing a better understanding of policy determinants at the heart of government decision-making to create more effective and equitable outcomes for society.

Previous Education

University of Cambridge Politics and International Studies 2022
CIDE Public Policy 2019