In celebration of Women’s Month, WOLA has unveiled a riveting podcast series that elevates the voices of feminist advocates championing human rights throughout Latin America. The second episode in this riveting series marked a milestone with its inaugural Spanish-language feature, where Carolina Jiménez Sandoval engaged in a profound dialogue with Quimy de León from Guatemala and Sofía López Mera from Colombia, both pillars of feminist communication and human rights advocacy.
Their conversation delved deeply into the vital function of communication in advocating for human rights, while focusing specifically on a feminist lens. They unraveled the complexities that women in this arena encounter, such as gender-based violence and oppressive censorship, highlighting the unique resilience these communicators exhibit amidst these hurdles.
Sofía López Mera stands out as a journalist, lawyer, and human rights champion in Colombia. With a commitment to grassroots support, she works with the Corporación Justicia y Dignidad and the National Movement of Mothers and Women for Peace, employing popular communication to galvanise communities affected by armed conflict. Her journey as a mother aligns closely with her advocacy, propelling her to embrace a feminist methodology.
Meanwhile, Quimy de León adds a wealth of experience as a journalist, doctor, and historian from Guatemala, leading the charge in community journalism through her platform, Prensa Comunitaria. Her exceptional work captures environmental issues and the rights of Indigenous communities disproportionately affected by extractivism. Furthermore, she established La Ruda, a feminist digital magazine that addresses sexual and reproductive rights, earning the Press Freedom Prize from the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) in 2024 for her courageous contributions.
This Women’s Month, WOLA launched a podcast series spotlighting feminist human rights advocates in Latin America. The second episode, featuring Quimy de León and Sofía López Mera, explored the vital role of communication in advocating for human rights, particularly from a feminist perspective. They addressed challenges such as gender-based violence and censorship while highlighting their respective work in community journalism.
The podcast episode showcases the inspiring journeys and unwavering dedication of feminist communicators in Guatemala and Colombia. Through their efforts, they not only illuminate the significant role of communication in human rights advocacy but also highlight the formidable challenges women face in this domain. As they champion the cause of social justice, their resilience and commitment inspire hope across Latin America.
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