CONTEXT
Colombia remains deeply affected by decades of political violence and internal armed conflict, exacerbated by drug trafficking.
Peace negotiations with the FARC, the country’s largest guerilla group, led to a historic agreement in 2016 aimed at addressing the root causes of the conflict. It included an ethnic chapter protecting the rights of Indigenous, Afrodescendant and other marginalized communities, along with provisions for women’s and LGBTQI+ rights—marking a shift towards truth, justice and reconciliation. Despite the election of a government committed to progressive reform in 2022, Colombia continues to grapple with armed groups, and attacks on social leaders and human rights defenders.
Social justice movements in Colombia—including Inter Pares counterparts—are vibrant and resilient.
Despite continuing risk, they continue to bring together Indigenous communities, labor unions, youth activists and human rights defenders to challenge systemic inequality, demand accountability, and protect their rights and territories.
OUR WORK IN COLOMBIA
We collaborate with grassroots organizations dedicated to justice and equality in Colombia.
Our counterparts—Colombia Diversa, Corporación Arazá, Fondo Lunaria, and Humanas—unite movements for social and environmental justice, Indigenous rights and human rights. They promote youth leadership, provide political and practical support for women’s rights and advocate for the full inclusion and protection of LGBTQI+ people. Our counterparts also contribute to ongoing peacebuilding efforts in the country, bringing marginalized perspectives and voices—including queer and trans people—to the forefront of peace and security conversations.
