Juan Cruz Goñi

Juan Cruz Goñi is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Faculty of Law and Social Sciences, National University of Comahue, and a Doctoral Fellow at the Argentine National Scientific and Technological Research Council (CONICET) for 2025-2026. His work intersects legal and social sciences, focusing on neoliberalism, authoritarianism, democracy, and human rights.

• Education
  • Law Degree (National University of Comahue)
  • Postgraduate Specialization in Criminal Law (National University of Comahue)
  • Master’s Degree in Criminology (National University of Litoral)
  • PhD in Human Rights (National University of Lanús)
  • Pursuing PhD in Social Sciences (University of Buenos Aires/Université Paris Cité, cotutorship)

His research explores the interplay between neoliberal governance, authoritarian political systems, and human rights frameworks within democratic contexts. He has contributed to understanding legal and social dynamics in Argentina through interdisciplinary methodologies.

• Scientific Awards
  • CONICET Doctoral Fellowship (2025-2026)

Previously, Goñi worked as a Trial Attorney and legal advisor for human rights organizations (2011-2020) and served as legal advisor to the Argentine Ministry of Education and Ministry of Women, Gender, and Diversity (2021-2022). His professional trajectory bridges academic research with direct engagement in human rights and public policy.