Diana María Salcedo López: ‘Women bring a unique perspective to conflict resolution’
Civil society is a key player in leading peacebuilding processes, including the participation of women and feminist movements. We spoke with researcher and Amassuru member Diana María Salcedo López about some of the most significant experiences in Latin America and what the future might hold in a region in conflict.
Dr Magdalena Alcocer: ‘It’s time to re-evaluate the importance of criminal intelligence’
Security forces in Latin America are in crisis, overwhelmed by criminal organisations and the need to advance internal reforms, including addressing the lack of representation of women in these institutions.
‘They could have killed me’
Human rights organizations have reported a rise in violence against protesters in Argentina, including beatings, arbitrary arrests and the use of tear gas and rubber bullets. In two of the most serious cases, a protester was blinded and a photographer critically injured, sparking legal action and renewed scrutiny of police tactics.
What does Álvaro Uribe’s conviction in Colombia mean?
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe, 73, was sentenced to 12 years in prison for procedural fraud and bribery in a case linking him to paramilitary groups that has divided the country. Here’s what the case means.
