Violence Against Women in Guatemala: Legal Framework and Social Movements

Introduction Guatemala, a Central American country marked by a history of conflict, inequality, and poverty, continues to face significant challenges in addressing violence against women. Violence against women in Guatemala is not just an isolated problem but a pervasive issue that permeates nearly every aspect of Guatemalan society, from domestic violence to human trafficking, femicide, … Read more

The Role of the Military in Modern Governance in Guatemala

Introduction The modern history of Guatemala is inextricably linked with the role of its military within politics, social life, and governance. For the best part of the 20th century, the military has played a crucial role in dictating the direction Guatemala should take. After the democratical opening in the 1940s, Guatemala faced several coups, civil … Read more

Effects of emigration to the economy and the social areas in Guatemala

Effects of emigration to the economy and the social areas in Guatemala Background and IntroductionGuatemala is one of the historically prominent, culturally diverse, and ecologically beautiful countries in Central America; yet it remains one of the Central American countries highly affected by emigration. Guatemala has a population of about 17.2 million people and has seen … Read more

The Role of Non-Governmental Organizations in Guatemala’s Social Development

The Background Guatemala, with her rich historic and cultural values, has undergone a myriad of socio-economic maladies. From below the poverty line to unequal political governance, to a dose of corruption in political circles, and an affront to mainly institutional weakness among others, this Central American state seems to meet no core needs of her … Read more