"This referendum represented the restoration of labour rights that had been cut under neoliberal + pro-business govts." The CUT and CGT trade union federations have criticised opposition blocking of the proposed referendum on progressive social reforms.

Colombia’s insecurity crisis saw several killings of trade unionists, community activists and former FARC members in the peace process throughout the month of April. Here is JFC's monthly human rights update for April 2025.

Several executive members of the CUT and FECODE trade union federations have faced new threats and smears on social media. They include trade unionists who have partnered with British trade unions through JFC. The CUT called the attacks "unacceptable".

We've partnered with @jfcolombia.bsky.social to bring you the next #Solidarity session. Tutor: Nick MacWilliam This session provides a platform to discuss the challenges faced by Colombian communities and explore ways we can stand in solidarity with them: gftuet.org.uk/courses/soli... #GFTUET

March saw violent instability claim the lives of community activists, trade unionists and indigenous leaders, with women activists and children among victims. In the first three months of 2025, 45 social activists and 14 former guerrillas were killed.

The progressive Patriotic Union (UP) party faced horrific violence in the 1980s-2000s, with over 5700 supporters murdered or disappeared by the army and paramilitaries. Now, 83 ex-paramilitaries face charges over the atrocities. Will survivors and victims' families finally see a degree of justice?

Colombia's largest trade union federation, the CUT, has backed government proposals for a public vote on the progressive labour reform. It came after opposition politicians voted against the reform, blunting the hopes of millions of low-paid and informal workers for fairer conditions.