The President of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) has called democracies of the Americas "total disgrace" for failing to protect those who defend the rights to land, territory and environment, after hearing the testimonies of defenders / as representing a coalition of 39 organizations at a hearing in Washington.

Peace Brigades International is a member of the coalition that contributed to the hearing and accompanying report.

We share an update about the increase in threats and intimidations against the Peaceful Resistance of La Puya, San José del Golfo and San Pedro Ayampuc, in the Department of Guatemala.

Call for Human Rights Field Volunteers

Peace Brigades International is very concerned about recent security incidents affecting human rights defenders accompanied by PBI in Colombia. PBI is working closely with all four to monitor the situation, and provide a protective accompaniment presence, as well as advocacy and psychosocial supports to help mitigate the risks. Your support is needed to ensure their safety and well-being. See the Amnesty International Urgent Actions below for Berenice and Andrea for more ways to take action.