Brazil Presidential Election: Is Democracy at Stake? Clare Rowbotham Oct 30, 2022 As the Brazil Presidential election approaches, the world watches as the future of Brazil's democracy could be…
A New Pink Tide in Latin American Politics Justine Peries Jul 22, 2022 While the popularity of the Right in Latin America peaked only a few years ago, the resurgence of the "pink tide"…
War on Truth: Press Under Threat in Mexico Sabrina Nelson Mar 23, 2022 A recent spike in journalist murders in Mexico sheds light on a persistent issue of violence and impunity within…
Brazil and Bolsonaro: Should We Fear Democratic Backsliding? Justine Peries Nov 18, 2021 "Crimes against humanity," degradation of democratic norms, and "Fora Bolsonaro" signs in the street... Let's take…
A Local Stand For a Global Cause: The Targeting of Environmental Activists Robin Kennedy Nov 8, 2021 This report is a harsh reminder that those fighting the climate crisis bear an enormously heavy burden of trying to…
Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast: Marcus Garvey’s Legacy as a Tool of Resistance Lela Eromobor Aug 20, 2021 Marcus Garvey's time in Costa Rica set the tone for his legacy. It still lives today through the faith of the…
Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast: Unpacking Afro-Costa Rican Identities Lela Eromobor Jul 22, 2021 Through local anecdotes and an interview with expert Dr. Natasha Gordon-Chipembere, Afro-Costa Rican identity is…
Chile at a Crossroads Rory Daly Jul 19, 2021 The Chilean Constitutional Convention presents a chance for the nation to re-legitimize its legislation and provide…
Follow the Leader: Has Trump’s Populist Rhetoric Spread Around the World? Matthew Farrell Jul 12, 2021 Despite maintaining her father’s right-wing politics, Keiko Fujimori’s response to electoral loss draws more from…
The Cartel and the Avocado Millie Murray Apr 11, 2021 Embracing traditional indigenous staple foods has caused higher prices, lower supply, decreased crop diversity, and…