Chile becomes first South American country to implement Feminist Foreign Policy
Chile became the first South American country to implement Feminist Foreign Policy. The Boric administration proposed the idea in March 2022. On June 12, the...
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Investigators ignore data storage devices found in Martín Pradenas’ cell
Rape suspect Martín Pradenas hid several data storage devices in his cell. He refused to provide information about the content and the district attorney deems...
Congressional committee rejects abortion bill
The Women and Gender Equality Committee has recommended rejecting an abortion liberalization bill. Abortion was partially legalized in 2017 under strict circumstances but private clinics...
New sexual harassment bill passes
SANTIAGO – The Senate has approved a bill to punish sexual harassment at universities.Universities will now have to create new policies to prevent, investigate, and...
On the Path to the Constitutional Convention: Chapter 4
The elections for the Constitutional Convention are fast approaching. Chileans will go to the polls Apr. 11 to choose the 155 representatives who will be...
Argentine Abortion Victory Inspires Chilean Activists
by Diego Rivera
BUENOS AIRES/SANTIAGO – In a historical decision, Argentina has legalized abortion. Activists in Chile now hope to replicate this victory. Meanwhile, conservatives are warning of...
Mon Laferte: The Voice of Viña
VIÑA DEL MAR – Mon Laferte opened the second day of the Viña del Mar Festival, named “Night of Chilean Women,” with a powerful feminist...
8 de Marzo set to Reignite Chile Protests
SANTIAGO – Authorities are preparing for the recommencement of protests starting with the polemic 8 de Marzo (March 8th) demonstrations on International Feminist Day. As...
“A Rapist On Your Way”: a Feminist Voice in the Chilean Crisis
SANTIAGO – Since its first performance on Nov. 20, “A rapist on your way,” the chant by feminist collective LasTesis, has gone viral. The two-minute...
Photo Series: March in Santiago at International Women´s Day
SANTIAGO- A historic march on International Women’s Day in Santiago, where an estimated 190,000 people filled the streets. A lively march, thanks to the signs,...