Public Statement - 03/12/2019 Reference to AI-5 Dictatorial Decree represents immoral attack on Democracy Conectas condemns the comments made by the Economy Minister, Paulo Guedes, and demands a decisive response from democratic institutions
Joint statement - 01/12/2019 Civil society requests participation in Inter-American Treaty Created in 1947, the alliance of Latin American countries is now resurging as an option to pressure Nicolás Maduro to leave power
Joint statement - 30/11/2019 Arrest of firefighters condemned at meeting of Mercosur In a joint statement, organizations condemn the lack of transparency of the investigations and request support from international actors
Public Statement - 28/11/2019 Conectas expresses solidarity with firefighters from Alter do Chão There is little information supporting the police and legal action. It is essential to investigate possible arbitrary acts by government agents
Joint statement - 28/11/2019 Mercosur urged to take a stand against growing militarization in South America In a joint statement, organizations denounce the increased use of states of emergency and curfews to respond to social unrest
Joint statement - 27/11/2019 Brazil to host Mercosul meeting on Human Rights Organizations criticize the lack of agenda with a focus on migration and request the creation of a working group on the topic
Joint statement - 21/11/2019 Civil Society condemns tribute to Pinochet in São Paulo State Legislature The official ceremony in memory of the Chilean dictator was requested by state representative Frederico D’Avila and is scheduled for December 10
Joint statement - 18/11/2019 Brazil takes stand against sexual and reproductive rights at International Summit Organizations claim position represents a setback for public health and conflicts with international treaties