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Take Action!
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Did You Know?
> 2011 was the most violent year for human rights defenders in Guatemala since the end of the civil war. NISGUA's teams of on-the-ground international human rights monitors work to deter violence in communities, courtrooms and at public events. > Former dictator Efrain Rios Montt, who ruled during the bloodiest period of the war, is awaiting trial for genocide and crimes against humanity. > The Xalalá hydro-electric dam was rejected by 89% of participants in a local referendum because it could displace thousands of indigenous people and damage farmlands and forests. > Almost 400 mining concessions have been granted to transnational gold, silver, nickel, and zinc companies in Guatemala, posing severe threats to rural communities' social and environmental well-being. |
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Get Involved
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Host a House Party
Organize an educational and/or fundraising event in your
community in the name of solidarity and
revolutionary change. We have compiled ideas for events and
organizing strategies to help you get started.
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Join the Guatemala Accompaniment Project
Become
a human rights accompanier in Guatemala! Accompaniers act as human
rights
observers who provide a long-term international presence with human
rights workers and communities facing threats. G.A.P. is always looking
for
qualified
candidates to be accompaniers.
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Participate in the Speakers' Tour
Our
tours function to raise money for Guatemalan grassroots groups, to
educate the U.S. public about Guatemala, and to reach out to new groups
and involve them in the Guatemalan solidarity movement. We invite you
to become a part of this project.
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Become a Grassroots Campaign Leader
Engage others in your community around issues of justice in Guatemala. Commit to collecting signatures on our action for indigenous rights, and increase your involvement in a myriad of ways.
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Sign up for Email Updates
NISGUA
maintains two general email lists (one in English and one in Spanish)
that provide periodic news updates, urgent actions, analysis and
similar items of interest. Get signed up!
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Respond to Action Alerts
When
Guatemalan civil society actors who strive for a more open, democratic,
and equitable society encounter intimidation or violence due to their
efforts, activists in the U.S. can help. Find out what YOU can do.
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Visit Guatemala with NISGUA
NISGUA
organizes delegations of U.S. citizens to visit Guatemala
and experience life in the developing world. Our delegation provides a
deep understanding of Guatemala and the connections between peace,
human rights, economic justice, and sustainable development.
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