US Labor Education in the Americas Project
Proyecto de Solidaridad Laboral en Las Américas

Violence Against Colombian Trade Unionists

Colombia Again Leads World in Trade Unionists Killed

November 20, 2008 --

Last year, Colombia once more led the world in the number of trade unionists murdered, according a survey released today by the Brussels-based International Trade Union Confederation.

Violence Against Colombian Trade Unionists

Massive Sugar Cane Strike Continues in Colombia, Government Responds with Violent Repression

October 17, 2008 --

The Colombian government increased the repression against the sugar cane workers' strike this week, arresting workers and supporters and continuing the violence that has left over 100 workers injured.

Violence Against Colombian Trade Unionists

Court Document Analysis Shows Ongoing Impunity in Colombia

September 19, 2008 --

A new document released today by USLEAP shows that the Colombian government's "fight against impunity" lacks honesty, clarity, and a commitment to victims' rights.

More Trade Unionists Killed in Colombia In First Eight Months of 2008 Than in All of 2007

September 3, 2008 --

Assassins murdered Alexander Blanco Rodriguez in front of his coworkers during a shift change on August 26th, 2008. Mr.

McCain Visits Colombia, High-Profile FARC Hostages are Freed, and Violence Against Workers Continues

July 3, 2008 --

Colombia returned to the headlines this week with John McCain's visit and the surprising rescue of 15 hostages, including former Colombian presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt.