The right to social protest is a pillar of democratic societies and is closely linked to freedom of expression and assembly. In Colombia and other countries, a constant tension persists between protest and State repression, despite its legal recognition in every country where violations of this right occur. In recent years, global mobilizations over inequality, climate and hunger have increased, often met with State violence. The text provides a general analysis of international norms and the role of bodies such as the UN and regional human rights systems. It includes a comparative study of seven countries, some marked by ocular violence and punitive practices against demonstrators. Finally, it identifies trends aimed at restricting protest and proposes recommendations for its defense and strengthening.
International Human Rights Standards
The right to social protest is a pillar of democratic societies and is closely linked to freedom of expression and assembly. In Colombia and other countries, a constant tension persists between protest and State repression, despite its legal recognition in every country where violations of this right occur.
In recent years, global mobilizations over inequality, climate and hunger have increased, often met with State violence. The text provides a general analysis of international norms and the role of bodies such as the UN and regional human rights systems.
It includes a comparative study of seven countries, some marked by ocular violence and punitive practices against demonstrators. Finally, it identifies trends aimed at restricting protest and proposes recommendations for its defense and strengthening.
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