Latest news from PBI Colombia

1993-1994. Colombia: a new challenge

In 1993, several members of PBI conduct an exploratory mission and conclude that international accompaniment can make a positive contribution to the situation in Colombia.[more]

1994-1996. The first steps

In the early 90`s the paramilitary pressure intensifies and many human rights defenders seek exile abroad.[more]

1994-1996. Looking for support

In 1994 PBI opens an office in Barrancabermeja and three volunteers begin to accompany the President of CREDHOS.[more]

1994-1996. Father Giraldo: a story to tell

After learning about PBI’s experience in Central America, Father Javier Giraldo requests accompaniment for Colombia.[more]

1994-1996. «Giving in is worse than death»

In 1995, PBI begins to accompany Josué Giraldo, a human rights defender who fought to bring to light the human rights violations committed in Colombia. One year later he is murdered[more]

1994-1996. Out of pain, out of love

After years of intense surveillance, ASFADDES asks PBI for accompaniment in 1994.[more]

1997. Operation Genesis: demanding justice

As a consequence of Operation Genesis, more than 10.000 small farmers are forcibly displaced from the Lower Atrato (Department of Chocó).[more]