Vera Duarte

Vera Duarte — Vice-President of the General Assembly Board

Vera Duarte, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court of Justice of Cape Verde as a judge, was also a Commissioner of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR), standing out for her defense of fundamental freedoms on the African continent. A renowned writer, her work—which includes poetry, novels, and essays—reflects a life of commitment to justice, literature, and social activism. Vera Duarte's writing is imbued with a profound ethical and human sense, addressing themes such as dignity, equality, and the construction of a more just society. Vera Duarte embraces the role of Culture and Legacy.