Anny Matamoros

About me

I am a PhD candidate in Public International Law in the Faculty of Law at Lund University. I am a lawyer from the Catholic University of Honduras with three different specializations at the master’s level: in Constitutional Law (University of Valencia), in Criminal Law (Autonomous University of Honduras), and in International Human Rights Law (Lund University).

My professional experience includes roles in international organisations, such as serving as a National Legal Officer for the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights in Honduras and as a Junior Lawyer with the Organization of American States’ Mission to Support the Fight Against Corruption in Honduras. I have also worked as a consultant for NGOs on topics such as women and indigenous peoples rights, the protection of human rights defenders, and the impact of corruption on human rights. Additionally, I have experience working with governmental institutions, contributing as a Multilateral Policy Official at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Honduras.

About my research

My research project aims to explore ways to transform international law into a more pluralistic and inclusive global order. My focus is mainly placed on the constitutionalization of international law, with particular attention to its structural limitations regarding global diversity. These limitations perpetuate inequalities and provide insufficient recognition of the colonial legacies embedded in international law.

To overcome these challenges, my academic agenda explores the potential of constitutionalism to genuinely embrace pluralism through the lens of legal pluralism, evaluating its applicability within the international sphere. I draw inspiration from the Latin American experience, where legal pluralism has been incorporated into constitutional texts. Specifically, I aim to confront the dominance of hierarchical frameworks that impose rigid structures across different legal levels. While the constitutionalization of international law represents one pathway for transformation, other initiatives—such as development, decolonization, and sustainable development projects—are equally critical in reshaping international law. 

By examining how these efforts can collectively enrich the transformation of international law, my research aspires to develop a more pluralistic and equitable international legal system that better addresses the complexities and needs of today’s global landscape. This is particularly evident in tackling global issues such as climate change – which demand coordinated actions, effective interplay between global and local levels, and the active participation of diverse stakeholders.