Si, Se Puede
Inside Colombia's unions and their deadly battle for justice
Colombia is the world's deadliest country for unionists and human rights activists. In 2022 Gustavo Petro became President, promising social reform and equality. Now unions are fighting to make this a reality.
“The country has all that wealth, and if it was well distributed, there would be more than enough for everyone,” says Moisés Barón from the Petroleum Laborers Union. There is some skepticism, as many believe that “yes, the government changed, but the power did not.” While the union leaders continue their fight for social justice, they constantly experience the looming danger and take drastic measures to protect themselves and their families.
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