They always appear distant, on a seemingly endless, monotonous journey. At dawn, they walk in silence, their children on their backs, to pick up their hoes, the sunlight falling on their hands. Yurién Portelles These are the rural women of Latin America and the Caribbean, who work 22 hours a […]
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Textiles in the Andes: much more than fabric and dye
A week ago, a three day series of talks was hosted at the University of London to show the wider significance of these garments. The talks were the culmination of a project that has been in progress for three years. A project that explores the relationship between textiles, culture and […]
A “casino city” for Latin Americans
At a time of natural disasters, nuclear catastrophes and military conflicts, there is a place in the USA where thousands of Latin American immigrants go in search of an oasis, but instead find a mirage. _____________________________________ Silvio Gonzalez _____________________________________ That place is Las Vegas, a city that researchers such as […]
LAWAS and workers´ rights
The Latin American Workers´ Association, LAWAS, began their workshops this year with a session dedicated to workers´ rights, with the aim of protecting immigrants from abuse in the workplace and giving them the ability to defend themselves. The association will also prepare several new projects, such as a film club. […]