Addressing Environmental Land Defender Violence in Latin America

Although Global Witness’ 2024 report on international violence against environmental land defenders reported a fewer number of killings and disappearances than years prior, closely observing these ongoing trends is pertinent to protecting human rights and our environment. Breaking down this report, particularly the nations and subgroups in which defenders are most commonly targeted, allows us to obtain a greater understanding of proper policy drafting and implementation moving forwards.

AmericasSophia WidholmOctober 29, 2025land defenders, indigenous peoples, Colombia, Escazú Agreement, indigenous, UN, land rights, human rights