Stories about Latin America from July, 2015
Global Voices Partners with Sin Embargo México
Global Voices Latin America and Mexican news site Sin Embargo recently agreed to join forces to spread original stories form Mexico and Latin America.
Three Issues That Undermine Chile's Once Popular President
How will President Michelle Bachelet weather the current discontent with her presidency, and can she effectively deal with the corruption that threatens her ability to govern?
Who is Responsible for the Explosions in Bogota, Colombia?
Two small bombs explosions in Bogota left eight injured.
Hospitals in Buenos Aires Are Getting Their Own ‘Patch Adams’ Clowns
Inspired by the work of the American physician Hunter "Patch" Adams, Argentina's capital recently approved legislation mandating the use of clowns in hospitals to help children recovering from trauma.
Mexico Was Hacking Team's No. 1 Client for Spyware
At least 14 Mexican states and government agencies had contracts with Hacking Team, the Italy-based spyware company. But only some of them have constitutional authority to monitor citizen communications.
The Aymara Indigenous University, a Path Towards Helping Native Communities in Bolivia
A citizen journalism project provides students from the Aymara Indigenous University of Bolivia "Túpac Katari" the opportunity to write about their experiences in this unique university.
Mass Protests Halt Ecuador's Proposed Tax Hikes
Pope Francis' visit to Ecuador, coupled with anti-government protests, have temporarily delayed the president's mission to impose new taxes on inheritances and capital gains.
Do You Know These 10 Afro-Puerto Ricans?
The reclaiming of history as an ally of marginalized groups is key to their very survival. This is especially true in a colonial context such as Puerto Rico, where history has been and continues to be used as a means to justify inequalities and deny visibility. In the spirit of...
The Chaccu, a Millenary Andean Tradition All About Fine Vicuña Wool
Every year, by late June, Peru hunts these relatives of the llama for their exquisite wool, which help make some of the finest fiber in the world.
In the World's Most Violent City, Graffiti Artists Use Their ‘Weapons’ for Good
San Pedro Sula, Honduras, has earned the bloody title of world's deadliest city four years in a row. Graffiti artists hope to change that with some spray paint and imagination.
Tensions Between Government and Opposition Threaten Democracy in Ecuador
While protests and counter-protests continue to be held in Ecuador ahead of Pope Francisco's visit, the very concept of democracy is under siege, writes one analyst.
A Workshop Gathers Digital Activists Revitalizing Indigenous Languages in Colombia
Indigenous youth from across Colombia gathered in Bogotá to share experiences and join the network of indigenous language digital activists.
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