Alejandro Mayoral Baños
Executive Director
As Executive Director of Access Now, Dr. Alejandro Mayoral Baños leads our mission of extending and defending the digital rights of people and communities at risk. He is a dedicated activist and academic passionate about bridging Indigenous Peoples and digital technologies. As a Mixtec/mestizo (Indigenous to Mexico) immigrant in Canada and a proud member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Alejandro is driven by a commitment to inclusivity and equity through technology. He founded the Indigenous Friends Association (IFA) in Canada and Magtayaní in Mexico, giving him extensive experience driving organizational growth across various socio-economic contexts and fostering environments where Indigenous perspectives and digital innovation converge. With a background in volunteering and social action, Alejandro’s work has spanned Canada, Mexico, Peru, Guatemala, Chile, Bolivia, and the UN, and he was made an Ashoka Fellow in 2023, in recognition of his work. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a Master’s in Interdisciplinary Studies, and a Ph.D. in Communication and Culture, emphasizing decolonial computing and Indigenous media.
