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The Peace Community of San José de Apartadó was founded 27 years ago on March 23rd on principles of nonviolence, collective action, and a dedicated resistance to violence and conflict. How did they develop these principles and what role do they play in life in the...

In the midst of violence and conflict, the Peace Community of San José de Apartadó has created an alternative path – one that embodies nonviolence, pacifism, and peacebuilding – for over 25 years. While the longevity and sustainability of their project is admirable,...

For years, the Peace Community of San José de Apartadó has been publicly denouncing activities of the (neo)paramilitary group AGC or Clan de Golfo in the Serranía de Abibé. The Serranía de Abibé is one of the most biodiverse regions in northwestern Colombia,...

Stubborn Persistence of the Supposedly Overcome Regime By the Peace Community of San José de Apartadó En Español Once again we raise our voice to all corners of the world to bring to the attention of humanity and of history the facts that permanently threaten the...

The signing of the peace accords between the FARC-EP and Colombian government in 2016 was a significant step forward in the name of ending conflict and establishing peace throughout Colombia. But, it was just the first step in what has proven to be a difficult and...

INDIGENOUS HUMAN RIGHTS DEFENDER PHANOR GUAZAQUILLO PEÑA ASSASSINATED IN PUTUMAYO It is with great pain, consternation and indignation that we share the news of the murder of Phanor Guazaquillo Peña, 45 years old, father of 4 children, indigenous authority of the Nasa...