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A Rising Tide of Violence Against Environmental Activists

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Activism Against the Disruption of Mega Mining in Colombia

This chapter discusses the activism of a Colombian leader fighting against the El Cerrejón coal mine, which poses significant threats to the environment and local communities. It explores the conflict between economic gains from mining and the human rights violations experienced by indigenous and Afro-Colombian populations.

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