Stories about Venezuela
Bukele boasts of his government's successes amid allegations of an attack on press freedom
Bukele's government promotes economic achievements amid international criticism of measures that restrict the freedom of the press in the country.
GV webinar: The ABCs of digital repression in Venezuela
In this webinar, we explored the Venezuelan regime's "package" of digital repression instruments, how they have evolved, and analyze how they have been used after the last presidential.
Operation Knock Knock: On the hunt for dissident voices in Venezuela
Amidst Venezuela's highest repression peak, Operation Knock Knock is a doxxing campaign sponsored by the Venezuelan regime to threaten and persecute voters, journalists, activists and political and community leaders.
VenApp, the Chavista app co-opted for harassment in Venezuela
Nicolás Maduro's regime uses an app for doxxing to expose citizens and illegally detain them, violating the rights of Venezuelans who demand transparency in the results of the presidential election.
What online narratives tell us about the aftermath of the election in Venezuela
For Venezuelans, one of the main narratives shows that the current situation exceeds the region's traditional dichotomy of left versus right and evidences a sense of overcoming polarization.
Venezuelan women say polarization in Venezuela is over
“The government says the protesters are fascists, but that is not true. They are ordinary people, from the popular neighborhoods, who finally take to the streets to condemn the fraud.”
Venezuelans use AI avatars and Instagram Live to fight back Maduro's repression
After Venezuela's contested presidential elections of July 28, President Maduro has increased repression and surveillance of dissidents. Venezuelans look for ways to break through the censorship.
Venezuelan migrant in Colombia: ‘I dream of returning to rebuild our country’
Amid the Venezuelan crisis, José Montilla's story reflects the struggle and hope of thousands of young people forced to emigrate, serving as a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the Venezuelan people.
Post-election repression in Venezuela: Authorities target human rights defenders and humanitarian workers
Maduro's government calls for imprisonment of opponents in so-called ‘Operation Tun-Tun.’
Dear international left: Stop telling Venezuelans what to think
While their intentions to defend a Latin American movement are understandable, their silence years later on the egregious human rights violations in Venezuela is painful.
The Venezuela of Maduro, the inconvenient sister of Latin America's left
For years democratic leftist governments in Latin America maintained relations with Maduro's Venezuela despite its authoritarian tendencies. Will the year 2024 mark the end of such relations?
Venezuela: Everything you need to know about the precious tally sheets
Much is said about the tally sheets of the Venezuelan elections, but little is understood. Here's an explanation of these crucial ballots, where they are and who has them.
Key points in Venezuela's presidential elections: What's going on?
A lot is happening in Venezuela following the elections of July 28. Here's the context.
In a historic move, Venezuelans work together to expose Maduro's electoral fraud
It's the first time in Venezuela's history that an opposition candidate was able to obtain so many voting records. For many, this presents a damning case of fraud on Maduro's behalf.
Venezuela's civic space hangs in the balance with election results
The stakes are very high for civil society, as the civic space risks being completely shut down under a new Maduro administration.
New Wayuu documentary tells the story of a return to ancestral lands in Colombia
In his most recent short film, the Wayuu filmmaker tells the story of how his clan returned to their ancestral territory after generations of exile.
The Law against Fascism that perpetuates authoritarianism in Venezuela
Repression and censorship: The Law against Fascism is Maduro's new card to continue consolidating his authoritarian model in a country that is waiting and yearning for democratic presidential elections.
Presidential elections in Venezuela: Less free than ever
As Venezuela's presidential election approaches on July 28, will the opposition be able to endorse a viable candidate? Will Maduro leave anyone who threatens him electorally out of the race?
How the Maduro government pays to promote propaganda and disinformation in Venezuela
The official propaganda of the government of Nicolás Maduro spreads thanks to the work of citizens who receive payments from the government to promote trends on social media
From discredit to censorship: When power attacks the Latin American press
With their campaigns against independent media, the governments of several Latin American countries are beginning to threaten press freedom.
International Women's Day: Latin American cities protest for women's rights
Every March 8, millions of women mobilize in Latin America to be part of International Women's Day. What do they denounce? What differentiates the protests of each Latin American country?
