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- Are you free on 14th October? If so, join us for this not to be missed event! - Join ABColombia, 39 Essex Chambers, Colombia Caravana, and Limpal Colombia on Wednesday, 14 October 2026 for an insightful panel discussion […]
Eighth International Caravana of Jurists Colombian - August 2024Call for Applicants: IX International Caravana of Jurists to Colombia 21st to 30th August 2026 - A Decade On: Ten Years of Transition and the Continuing Struggle for Justice in Colombia Despite President Gustavo Petro’s […]
Caravanista at the JEPOne year ago today - A day like today, one year ago, the 8th International Delegation to Colombia began its journey. The delegation brought together […]
Press Release from the Colombian Caravana of Jurists on the Situation of Extreme Violence Unleashed in Catatumbo - Press Release from the Colombian Caravana of Jurists on the Situation of Extreme Violence Unleashed in Catatumbo London, January 2025 […]
Caravanistas with MP Ellie Chowns, Nicole Piché, and Dominic Grieve KC at the UK ParliamentLaunch of the 8th Caravana of Jurists Interim Report at the British Parliament: A call for justice and solidarity - The Colombian Caravana recently presented its interim report at the British Parliament, underscoring the urgent need for international solidarity in Colombia’s struggle for human rights and environmental justice. This 8th Caravana saw 22 jurists from eight countries engage with communities, Indigenous leaders, and local advocates across five regions, documenting issues of child recruitment, land dispossession, and environmental degradation. Key moments included powerful speeches from leaders like Héctor Jaime Vinasco of the Embera Chamí, who called for global support in defending Colombia’s biodiversity from unchecked extractive industries. Read the full report for an in-depth look at the findings and recommendations from this critical initiative.- Important Update: Extended Application Deadline for the International Caravana - Application deadline extended to 31st May 2024 for the International Caravana of Jurists in Colombia. Join us from 19th to 28th August 2024 to advocate for human rights and help pave the way for peace. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference!
VII International Caravana of Jurists 2022VIII International Caravana of Jurists to Colombia 19 to 28 August 2024 - Explore the new challenges of accessing justice in Colombia, delving into gender and ethnic dynamics amidst corporate abuses. Join the Eighth International Caravana of Jurists led by the Colombian Caravana-UK Group and partners to advocate, dialogue, and act on pressing human rights issues. Amplify voices, foster international solidarity, and contribute to Colombia's transitional justice and enduring peace. Details and participation information available here.
Inter-American Court of Human RightsThe Inter-American Court censures Colombia for its persecution of lawyers defending human rights. - The Inter-American Court of Human Rights’ recent ruling held the Colombian State accountable for 22 years of systematic harassment and […]- Heather is running the London Landmarks Half Marathon for the Colombian Caravana! - On Sunday 7th April 2024, I will be taking part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon in aid of the […]
Will justice be blind? "blind justice 2" by siaronj is licensed under CC BY 2.0.Shaping a Just World: A Tribute to Women in the Law Profession - In commemorating the International Women’s Day, we extend our heartfelt recognition to the exceptional women in the legal profession who […]
Reflecting on 75 Years of Human Rights: Colombian Caravana UK Commemorates the Anniversary - Last week marked a significant milestone in the global pursuit of human rights – the 75th anniversary of the Universal […]
Welcome the new Colombian Caravana’s Coordinator : Ana Bolena Chamie ! - We previously announced that Caravana was looking for a new UK-based part-time coordinator to provide vital support to the running of our […]
Colombian lawyer Reinaldo Villalba-CAJAR visited UK ! - Exciting News! Colombian Caravana UK was honoured to accompany Reynaldo Vargas Villalba, a distinguished lawyer and human rights defender from […]
Giving Tuesday 2023 : Unleash Generosity - Do you believe in human rights and access to justice? Support the work of the Colombian Caravana this #GivingTuesday. In […]
Looking for 2 new Trustees for the Board with Fundraising and Advocacy expertise ! - Passionate About Human Rights? Ready to Make an Impact? Colombian Caravana is Calling for Trustees! Do you envision a world […]
We selected the coordinator : updates soon ! - Colombian Caravana is looking for a UK-based coordinator with experience in fundraising, organisational development and commitment to human rights in […]- NEWS: Spanish Report of VII Caravana available : Haciendo Frente a la Impunidad: Protección para la Abogacía y la Independencia judicial - On Tuesday, 20th September 2023, we launched from Colombia the Spanish Report of the VII International Caravana of Jurists to […]
SAVE THE DATE: Launch Spanish Report of VII Caravana to Colombia - Colombia Confronting Impunity: Protect Lawyers and Judicial Independence In 2023 we are celebrating the 15 th Anniversary of the Colombian […]
NEW : The VII Caravana English Report – Updated ! - The theme of the VII International Caravana of Jurists was the need for judicial independence to combat impunity and guarantee […]
Shadow Report on Universal Periodical Review (UPR)- Colombia 2023 - On 28 June, the Shadow Report of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) on Colombia was presented in Brussels, in whose […]
Will you be joining us for our Annual Summer Party? - You are cordially invited to the Colombian Caravana‘s Annual Summer Garden Party! Hosted by Caravana trustee and co-founder Sara Chandler, with good food, […]
Caravana received the ‘Valors’ award for its ongoing commitment to improve access justice and respect for the rule of law in Colombia. - The Colombian Caravana was honoured to receive last week the 2023 ‘Valors’ award by the Council of Catalan Bars (Consell […]
Sponsored Walk on 20 May 2023 : We Did it ! - If you haven’t donated already, please don’t forget. The link is here. Any donations are highly welcome! Step Out, Stride, Slog […]
Article : The Tribunal Popular Siloé, an example of community justice in Colombia. - Catherine Bermeo Alban, Luiz Fernando Marchiori de Melo and Mafalda Maria Oliveira Fernandes De Menezes Falcao, members of the Colombia […]
27 March 2023: launched the VII International Caravana of Jurists to Colombia report of its delegation in August 2022 and celebrated the Colombian Caravana’s 15th anniversary - On Monday, 27 March 2023, we launched the VII International Caravana of Jurists to Colombia report of its delegation in […]- Come and join us for the launch of the VII Caravana Delegation Report! - Save the Date – Help us celebrate the launch of the VII Caravana Delegation Report! HUMAN RIGHTS AT RISK IN […]
- International Women’s Day and the Journey to Equity - International Women’s Day (IWD), marked annually on 8th March is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political […]
- Comunicado prensa : Observación de Audiencia por el asesinato y tortura Luz Marina Arteaga, Yopal - Comunicado de prensa Colombian Caravana ha inaugurado la observación del proceso penal llevado a cabo en Yopal, Colombia, en el […]
- Press release : Trial Observation for the murder and torture of Luz Marina Arteaga, Yopal - Colombia Caravana have started the virtual trial observation in Yopal, Colombia, in the case against HERNANDO MELO TOVAR Y JAUMER […]
Today, the 24th of January, marks the International Day of the Endangered Lawyer. - Established in 2010, this date was chosen due to it being the anniversary of the Massacre of Atocha where, on the 24th January 1977, four lawyers and a colleague were killed in their office in Madrid, Spain after an attack by right-wing extremists.
The purpose of the Day of the Endangered Lawyer is to raise awareness of the plight of lawyers around the world who are harassed, threatened, persecuted, tortured and even killed for simply doing their job. 
29 November : Join us for Giving Tuesday ! - We need your help! We are taking part in Giving Tuesday on Tuesday 29th of November. Giving Tuesday is a […]
UPDATED online acces to the Event: Voices from Colombia: challenges to resistance and defending women’s and environmental rights in the territories - Book your ticket HERE or you can register online The Colombian state has failed to respect and protect fundamental rights […]- VII International Caravana of Jurists to Colombia - Bogotá, 28 August 2022 – The VII International Caravana of Lawyers and Judges with 18 delegates from international organizations: Fédération […]
Urgent Action: The imminent eviction of the Pitalito community - On 26 August 2022, at around 11 a.m., approximately 60 soldiers of the Army’s Batallón Especial Energético y Vial No. […]
Colombian Caravana raises concerns about threats to Colombian lawyers - Colombian Caravana together with ABColombia, PBI-UK and the International Office for Human Rights Action on Colombia (OIDHACO), write to the […]
May 2022-Amicus Curiae Arroyo Bruno - The Colombian Caravana, together with ABColombia have filed an amicus at the Colombian Constitutional Court in a claim brought by […]- VII Caravana de Juristas a Colombia-Aplicar ahora ! PLAZO EXTENDIDO hasta 15 de JUNIO - Séptima Caravana Internacional de Abogados y Abogadas a Colombia 20-28 de agosto de 2022 La independencia judicial: un reto frente […]
- VII Colombian Caravana Delegation- Apply Now ! EXTENDED DEADLINE until 15 of June - Seven International Caravana of Lawyers to Colombia 20-28 August 2022 Judicial independence: a challenge in the face of impunity …Let’s […]
Sponsored Walk promoted by Colombian Caravana on 21 May 2022 - Join us for the Sponsored Walk on Saturday, 21 May 2022, and Step Out, Stride, Slog or Saunter to support […]
Joint letter to European authorities after dialogue between the UE and Colombia - After the visit of president Duque to the European Union Parlament, we added our concern to the joint letter promoted by […]
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA / PRESS STATEMENT: - International observers conclude their observation of the ‘12 apostles’ case On 10 February 2021, the Special Court for Serious Crimes […]
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA / PRESS STATEMENT - ——————- English version below Spanish text ——————- **COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA** Londres, Reino Unido / Medellín, Colombia […]
Join us for Giving Tuesday for Christmas’ sake! - On 1 December we are joining Giving Tuesday, a global generosity movement. It’s time to support charities, for Christmas’ sake! […]
Intervention to protect Arroyo Bruno - Colombian Caravana and ABColombia today have filed an Amicus Curiae before the Court of Execution of Penalties and Security Measures […]
Letter of concern about allegations of illegal surveillance against lawyers and other human rights defenders - International organisations are seriously concerned about allegations of illegal surveillance allegedly perpetrated by the Colombian state, on at least 130 […]
Letter of concern about risks and challenges for justice and lawyers in Colombia during COVID-19 - International organisations and individuals are seriously concerned about the situation of access to justice and the exercise of the legal profession, […]
Online event with Danilo Rueda on Thursday, 2 July – 6pm - We would like to invite you to an online event with Colombian Lawyer at risk, Danilo Rueda on Thursday, 2nd July at 6pm […]
2.6 Fundraising Challenge – this weekend! - This Sunday would have been the London Marathon, the world’s biggest fundraiser, so to make up for it charities […]
Letter of concern about threats and harassment towards Nabil Quijano - The Colombian Caravana sent a letter to the Attorney General of Colombia due concerns about threats and harassment towards Nabil […]
POSTPONED – Fundraising event – Does trial observation matter? - EVENT POSTPONED In light of the current public health situation regarding COVID-19, we have decided to postpone the fundraising event […]
International concern regarding death threats against lawyer Adil Meléndez - International organisations are seriously concerned about worrying death threats made against Colombian human rights lawyer, Adil Meléndez Márquez. Mr Meléndez […]
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA / PRESS RELEASE - **COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDITA** Medellín, Colombia 15 de enero de 2020 Abogados internacionales observan el juicio de Santiago […]
Worrying reports of public accusations made against Franklin Castañeda - The Colombian Caravana is concerned by recent reports of public accusations made against the Committee of Solidarity with Political Prisoners […]
Further threats and harassment of Leonardo Jaimes Marín and other human rights defenders - The Caravana is extremely concerned regarding further threats and harassment of Leonardo Jaimes Marín, other members of Equipo Jurídico Pueblos, […]- Event with Colombian Lawyer, Adil Meléndez in London – Monday, 9 December - We are delighted to invite you to an informal event with Colombian human rights lawyer, Adil Meléndez. Monday, 9th December at 6.30pm […]
Rommel Durán Castellanos wins the 24th Ludovic Trarieux Prize - On 27 May 2019, it was announced that Colombian human rights lawyer Rommel Durán Castellanos had won the […]
Press release – International lawyers observe “12 Apostles” trial of Santiago Uribe Vélez - **JOINT PRESS STATEMENT: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** [Spanish version at the end of the document] Medellín, Colombia, 11 November 2019 […]
2 Trustees wanted to join our board! - The Caravana is seeking two new trustees. One with a particular focus on events and supporter fundraising to support […]
Killing of local Ombudsman and human rights lawyer Paula Rocero - The Caravana is very concerned about the murder of Paula Andrea Rocero Ordóñez, local ombudsman of the municipality of Samaniego and […]
Sponsored Walk – 16 May 2019 - Join us to walk in support of human rights defenders in Colombia. The 10km walk will start at Millennium Bridge, […]
Continued threats against human rights lawyer Juan Bautista Rivas Ramos in connection with involvement in the case of his father’s murder - We are extremely concerned to hear that human rights lawyer Juan Bautista Rivas Ramos was forced to leave Colombia for […]
Joint press release – International lawyers observe “12 Apostles” trial of Santiago Uribe Vélez - **JOINT PRESS STATEMENT: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** – Spanish version at the end of the document – Medellín, Colombia 10 […]
Colombia: Seeking justice, building peace and post-conflict illusion – Report of the Sixth International Caravana of Jurist - The International Caravana of Jurists travelled to Colombia at the beginning of September 2018, to ascertain the impact that the […]
Protective measures for human rights lawyer Adil Meléndez - The Colombian Caravana, the Foundation of the Spanish National Bar Association (Fundación de la Abogacía), the International Observatory of […]
Left, picture of Domingo José Rivas. Right, picture of his son, also a lawyer at the office of the IACHR submitting evidence for this case.Caravana concerned about the impunity in the assassination of lawyer Domingo José Rivas Coronado - The Caravana sent a letter to the Colombian General Prosecutor concerned for the impunity regarding the assassination of human rights […]
Caravana concerned about risks faced by lawyers of Equipo Jurídico Pueblos - Colombian Caravana writes a letter to Colombian Authorities concerned for further threats and harassment towards Ms Gloria Silvia and members of […]
Global Britain and South America Inquiry - The Colombian Caravana submitted its report to the Global Britain and South America inquiry by the Foreign Affairs Committee into how the […]
Joint letter in support of Daniel Prado, lawyer in the “12 Apostles” case - The Caravana and several other organisations sent a joint letter to President Iván Duque expressing concern for the safety of […]
TRIAL OBSERVATION 12 APOSTLES CASE (PRESS RELEASE / NOTA DE PRENSA) - (en español a continuación) Medellin, Colombia 6 December 2018 International lawyers attend hearings to observe the trial of […]
Make peace the new normal, sign the pledge! - In Colombia, violence is escalating. For human rights defenders and community leaders, attacks and threats are part of their day-to-day […]
Looking for a treasurer to join our board! - Are you an accounting professional looking to put your skills to good use? Do you believe that legal professionals should […]
November 28: Dance, sing and gather together for peace and justice at Out Loud for Colombia - Save the date! On November 28, the Colombian Caravana is organising Out Loud for Colombia at East London’s independent arts […]
Open civil society letter championing human rights defenders for Nobel Peace Prize - 9 December 2018 will mark the 20th anniversary of the UN’s Declaration on Human Rights Defenders (HRDs). Since 1998, 3000 […]
PRESS RELEASE – COMUNICADO DE PRENSA – 6 SEPT. 2018 - (en español a continuación) 20 International lawyers and human rights experts are in Colombia as members of the International Caravana […]
Concern about systematic murder of lawyers and human rights defenders in Nariño: Carlos Jimmy Prado Gallardo - The Caravana sent a letter of concern regarding the murder of Carlos Jimmy Prado Gallardo, human rights defender and social […]
Action: Ask your MP to sign Early Day Motion on Colombia - An Early Day Motion (EDM) has been tabled in the UK parliament which supports the Caravana‘s call to support the […]
Concern about the peace process and violence against HRDs - Letter of support of the peace process in Colombia and of concern for the high levels of violence against human […]
6th Colombian Caravana Delegation – Apply now! - VI Caravana Internacional de Juristas a Colombia 1-8 septiembre 2018 Transición a la paz: ¿exitosa o en peligro? A invitación […]
The launch of the 6th Colombian Caravana Delegation – Thursday 26th April 2018 - What is the context for lawyers in Colombia as elections loom and the peace agreement remains precarious? Hear from […]
Peace Community of San José de Apartadó continues to face difficulties - Colombian Caravana member, David Palmer, attended a roundtable meeting with the Peace Community of San José de Apartadó on 13 […]
Support Rommel to find justice for his brother - Rommel Durán Castellanos is a human rights lawyer and defender, president of Corporación Equipo Jurídico Pueblos. His brother Eduardo Andés […]
Rommel Duran visits Europe – London events Monday 19th and Monday 26th March - We are pleased to invite you to two public events to meet Rommel Duran Castellanos, Colombian human rights lawyer and […]
Letter of concern – killing of two land claimant leaders - Letter of concern regarding the killing of two land claimant leaders. The first killing was on 26 November 2017, the […]
International concerned on attacks against members of the Peace Community of San José de Apartadó - 64 International organisations, including the Colombian Caravana, have joint a Peace Brigades International letter to the Inter-American Court of Human […]
Caravana concerned for Gilberto Torres’ safety - Caravana, War on Want and University of Sussex wrote to the National Protection Unit (UNP) requesting protection measures for Gilberto Torres. Gilberto […]
Caravana’s shadow report to Colombia’s Universal Periodic Review - In May Colombia’s human rights record will be reviewed by all UN member states through the Human Rights Council mechanism, the Universal […]
Hindrances to Access to a Remedy in Business-related Cases in Colombia: The Case of Gilberto Torres - On 2 October 2017, Piergiuseppe Parisi and Gareth Sims presented a paper titled ‘Hindrances to Access to a Remedy in […]
Out loud for Colombia – Fundraiser concert Thursday 23 November, The Victoria (Dalston) - We are celebrating the first anniversary of the peace agreement with a fundraiser concert on Thursday 23rd November at The […]
6 peasant farmers dead and 20 injured in Tumaco on 5 October - Oidhaco and some member organisations have released a public statement on violence committed against peasant farmers protesting in Tumaco on 5th October 2016, which resulted in 6 dead and 20 injured. […]
Soraya Gutiérrez from CAJAR received further threats and harassment - Caravana and other organisations part of the International Caravana of Jurist concerned to hear about aggressions towards human rights lawyer Soraya Gutierrez Arguello. The […]
Caravana and other five international organizations concerned about an attack on premises of Luis Carlos Pérez lawyers collective in Cucuta - During our last delegation, the Caravana was informed about security incidents that have taken place since 2005 against CCALCP members […]
Human rights Lawyer Olga Silva visited London last June – available in English and Spanish - As the members of the Colombian Revolutionary Armed Forces (Fuerzas Revolucionarias de Colombia – FARC) are handing over all of […]
Caravana concerned about risks faced by members of Equipo Jurídico Pueblos, including detention of Rommel Durán - Caravana and other five international organizations concerned about risks faced by Equipo Jurídico Pueblos, including recent detention of human rights […]
Peace but no respite - Do not miss this article published at the Solicitors Journal by young Caravanista Rishi Joshi, reflecting on Jorge Molano’s recent […]
Caravana and other international organisations concerned about risk faced by Equipo Jurídico Pueblos - The Caravana and five other international organisations (all of whom are members of the International Caravana of Jurists) are concerned about the increase of […]
Beyond the peace-agreement: Jorge Molano talks at the Law Society - Human Rights lawyer Jorge Molano, from Colombian law firm and NGO dhColombia – Red de Defensores y Defensoras de Derechos […]
Letter in support of Equipo Juridico Pueblos’ request for urgent intervention in the Chiriguaná case - Along with five other organisations of lawyers around the world that are part of the International Caravana of Jurists, the […]
Letter in support of Gilberto Torres request for protection measures - The Caravana is concerned about Gilberto Torres’ safety and has written to the Colombian authorities in support of his request for protection […]
Urgent alert: serious concern about killings and attacks against lawyers in Cali, Valle del Cauca department - The Caravana, along with 34 lawyers’ organisations around the world, have sent an urgent alert to the Colombian authorities regarding […]
Caravana concerned about murder of HRD Emilsen Manyoma and her partner - The Caravana has submitted a letter to the Colombian government concerning the brutal murder of community leader Emilsen Manyoma Mosquera […]
Caravana intervenes in case on public’s right to access information - The Caravana has recently submitted a written intervention in a case before the Consejo de Estado concerning the public’s right […]
What is the situation of Human Rights lawyers and defenders in Colombia? - In Colombia, it is precarious work representing victims of human rights violations and their families who have for many years […]
OIDHACO welcomes the commencement of peace discussion with the ELN - The Colombian Caravana are members of Oidhaco, a European-wide human rights network. Read the network’s statement welcoming the start of peace […]
Colombian Caravana is recruiting a Consultant Coordinator - Consultancy – Caravana Project Management 2017-18 The Colombian Caravana is seeking a freelance consultant to project manage and coordinate crucial […]- OIDHACO seriously concerned about killings of HRD - The International Office for Human Rights – Action on Colombia (OIDHACO) expresses grave concern regarding the wave of violence perpetrated […]
Assasination of social leader Aldemar Parra García - On 23 January 2017, the Caravana along with 94 organisations around the world condemn the assassination of social leader Aldemar Parra […]
Legal analysis on indigenous peoples’ rights - This report, written by Paul Joffe, highlights the minimum standards for indigenous peoples’ rights, by analysing the interaction between the American […]
Action: Ask your MP to sign Early Day Motion on Colombia - An Early Day Motion (EDM) has been tabled supporting the Caravana‘s call for the protection of lawyers, judges and human […]
Inter-American Court finds Colombian State responsible for abuses during Operación Orion in Medellin - The Inter-American Court of Human rights has found the Colombian state responsible for human rights abuses committed during the October 2002 Colombian […]- OIDHACO concerned about rise in HRD killings - The Caravana are members of the OIDHACO network of 35 organisations working in Europe for Human Rights in Colombia. On […]
Colombian Caravana in UK’s largest Spanish Weekly Newspaper - The launch of our fifth report was a success. We not only brought together around 100 people and invited Reynaldo […]
Caravana’s members visit Colombian Prision - In August 2016, Caravana delegates Elisabeth Andresen and Emily Soothill, visited the Palogordo prison– 21 km away from Bucaramanga, as part of […]
New Colombia peace agreement approved but killings of HRDS continue - The Colombian government and the Farc rebel group announced a new peace agreement, six weeks after the original deal was […]