Three Generations of Colombian Women Rap to Transform Medellín
This article was published by Women Under Siege, a project of the Women’s Media Center. Medellín, Colombia—Margoth Yepes has aContinue Reading
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She was recruited by a US anti-abortion group, now her protests block access to reproductive health care in Colombia
This feature article and photographs were published by Univision News and in Spanish by Univision Noticias. Pamela Delgado was swayedContinue Reading
Fue reclutada por un grupo antiaborto de EEUU y con sus protestas ahora bloquea el acceso a la salud reproductiva en Colombia
Este artículo fue publicado por Univision Noticias. Pamela Delgado fue persuadida para que replicara en su país las protestas frenteContinue Reading
Former FARC Combatant Killings Could Fuel More Dissidency
New official estimates of the number of former guerrillas murdered since peace accord implementation began highlight government’s inability to address killings.
As Medellín Violence Spikes, Security Force Response Raises Concerns
Authorities in Colombia are responding to a recent wave of violence in Medellín with a heavy hand, but the factors fueling the clashes remain unclear and the security strategy may be exacerbating tensions.
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How Medellín’s Most Crime-Ridden Area Became a Top Tourist Destination
Comuna 13 was once one of the most dangerous places in the world. Now it’s a tourist hot spot for exploring Medellín’s “transformation.”
Spain Arrests Alleged Colombia Drug Kingpin Hiding in the Limelight
Authorities in Spain have arrested a Colombian with celebrity connections on accusations that he used his jet-set lifestyle as cover for his role as the leader of an international drug ring.
US Congress Rejects Trump Proposals to Slash Latin America Security Aid
Trump has threatened to slash foreign aid, but Congress appears ready to reject his plans when it comes to Latin America security assistance.
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Street Artists Challenge Sexism with Spray Paint in Colombia’s Cities
Female street artists in Colombia are using the once male-dominated art form to challenge preconceptions about gender and race, and combat violence against women.
US groups pour millions into anti-abortion campaign in Latin America and Caribbean
Guardian investigation reveals US anti-choice groups using sophisticated methods to combat potential easing of draconian abortion laws in the region
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