Mexico: water, violence and the rights of the Yaquis. Conversation with Mario Luna

When? Wednesday, October 13 from 5 to 6:30 PM.Language of the event: Spanish, with simultaneous translation into English.Organizers: David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies at Harvard University.Platform: Zoom, link to registrationSince the 1930th century, the Yaquis have been fighting for their right to the water of the Yaqui River. Since the XNUMXs they have gained legal support from the federal government, support that has often not translated into changes on the ground. Last week, on behalf of Mexico, the president apologized to the Yaquis for centuries of oppression and attempted extermination. Come join Mario Luna in conversation with Gabriela Soto Laveaga and learn about the centuries-long Yaqui struggle for land, water and social inclusion, and what the tribe is doing in the face of new challenges like climate change and incursion of organized crime into its territory.#Mexico #Law #Water