Latin America and the Caribbean have emerged in the 21st century as regions of deepening democratization, as evidenced by the rapid expansion/inclusion of historically marginalized political groups (including women and those of African descent). However, despite this advancement, Covid-19 continues to remain a threat by potentially expanding inequality, specifically amongst indigenous groups, following an all too familiar pattern within the region.
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Events Global Migration Film Festival: 28 November – 18 December 2019 Check back for updates on locations and films. Global Media and Information Literacy Week…
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