As the governor of Chiapas gives the starting flag for Palenque-San Cristóbal Highway project, the Tseltal, Ch’oles, Tsotsil and mestizo peoples that make up MODEVITE assert that the government of Chiapas is forcing the project through with false consultations and threats to their fundamental rights.
Consultation on Palenque – San Cristóbal highway “is a farce”: Modevite READ MORE »
The People’s Security Secretariat details the Governor’s heavy investments into both equipment and personnel for the Security Forces of Chiapas in the first six months of his term.
New security strategy in Chiapas: 760 million, 711 agents and a Black Hawk READ MORE »
Joint statement from organizations and individuals condemning the recent attacks on members of Las Abejas de Acteal and the Tzajalch’en community.
Joint Statement. Stop the Growing Violence and Impunity in the Highlands of Chiapas READ MORE »
A poem by Zapatista women education promoters, presented at the Encuentro RebelArte y RevelArte in April.
As Women That We Are, Indigenous Zapatista Women READ MORE »
The way is being paved for the controversial highway with lack of information and proper consultation with the communities involved. It will pass through seven environmentally protected areas. Contrary to government claims that its aim is to bring tourism to the state, affected communities believe the real purpose is to facilitate mining projects.
Work Begins on Controversial Palenque-San Cristóbal Superhighway Link to Maya Train READ MORE »
