Latin American regions implement measures to combat gender-based violence

Various initiatives and protests regarding gender-based violence are occurring across Latin America.

In the Dominican Republic, the Ministry of Women and the Air Force (FARD) conducted a training and consultation session for military personnel. The program, titled ‘Voces que aportan soluciones desde la población masculina’, aims to involve men in preventing violence against women and promoting responsible masculinity.

In Ipiales, Colombia, local authorities and the feminist movement Batucada Sur-versiva organized a memorial and protest to denounce the killings of women and girls. The movement is calling for faster investigations and better protection mechanisms to prevent further violence.

In Ecuador, the National Assembly held a sensitization day to promote a culture of respect and protection for women's rights. During the event, officials noted that according to 2019 data, 64.9% of women in Ecuador have experienced some form of violence, highlighting the need for strengthened public policies and territorial-specific prevention strategies.