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From August 3 to 16, in the Semillero Comandanta Ramona, Morelia, Chiapas, the Zapatistas opened their world to a gathering unlike any before it —the Encuentro de Resistencia y Rebeldía: “algunas partes del todo (some parts of the whole).” For two whole weeks, surrounded by colorful murals that breathe life into the semillero, and the breathtaking view of the cañada, the youth of Zapatista support base communities welcomed people from all corners of the world -representatives from 37 countries and from all over the Mexican territory.
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Every day, the comedor bearing the name of El Común nourished us, not only with food prepared by compañeras and compañeros, but with the spirit of collectivity. The very infrastructure of the encounter—built with their own hands—was a testament to autonomy in practice.
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Through theatre the Zapatista compañeros shared their stories, lessons, and even serious errors of their past organization, recounting both the good and the not-so-good of the last 31 years. What is clear is that these previous steps in education, in health and in justice have paved the way for the making of el Común (the communal). This concept, notably the practice of non-property and inclusion, is currently underway within the autonomous territories with one clear purpose: to dismantle the pyramids of power, and to extend a hand to sisters and brothers in organizing around basic needs.
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From our scattered geographies, we came together with one simple yet profound task: to listen. To listen to each other, to look at one another, and to learn from the diverse struggles that resist the storm unleashed by capitalism...
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And during the opening act, as if signalling an energetic focal point for our collective heart, a thunderous cry echoed across the mountains:
“We are all Palestinian children. We are all Palestine.”
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Against All Odds, Human Rights Defenders Continue to Sustain Life with Justice and Dignity
Chiapas has been, for decades, a living classroom of dignity. From there, intrepid communities and organizations have shown the world what it means to defend life, to resist injustice, and to dream of freedom for all peoples. With deep respect and solidarity, we embrace these defenders and remind them that they are not alone.
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Currently, a campaign of hostility rises against human rights defenders in Mexico. In late July, the home of Dora Robledo, director of the Fray Bartolomé de las Casas Human Rights Center—a space founded on March 19, 1989, by Don Samuel Ruiz García—was raided. These actions seek to intimidate not only her, but to rattle the community that surrounds Frayba and its history of commitment to justice and truth.
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To every defender under threat: you are not alone. Around you, near and far, there is a network of hearts and voices that will not stop echoing your struggle. Your courage is seed, your resistance is a horizon, and your dignity lights the way.
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WE JOIN ORGANIZATIONS AROUND THE GLOBE IN CALLING FOR AN END TO THE REPRESSION, CRIMINALIZATION AND VIOLENCE AGAINST DEFENDERS OF LIFE AND TERRITORY!
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For decades we have been working with community and family collectives in resistance. Your solidarity in the purchase of these products brings in much-needed income in support of their work in building autonomy and the común.
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Your purchase of these products directly supports the Zapatista Autonomous Health System (SSAZ). Proceeds go to support the work of the común, and the advancement of the Autonomous hospital in Zapatista territory.
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Hand-embroidered with the message, "Virgen de las Barricadas Protegenos de Todo Mal Gobierno" / "Virgen of the Barricades Protect Us from all Bad Government."
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From: $42.00
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As we kick off the school year, we are embarking on a pilot women's education and literacy effort. Open new worlds to learners of all ages! Your Gift of Change supports materials, tools and pedagogical support!
Education for the future!
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From: $5.00
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Schools for Chiapas is an international solidarity organization supporting autonomy in communities in resistance in Chiapas, Mexico. Our work depends on support from people of conscience everywhere. We thank you for everything you do.
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