Colombia: Indigenous groups to mobilize November 8

Event

Indigenous groups have scheduled a nationwide march called "Mobilization for Life" on Friday, November 8. The movement is scheduled following the murder of five members of their community by armed groups in the Cauca department. Protests are to be expected across the country, including Bogota, throughout Cauca, and other indigenous areas.

Associated transportation disruptions and a heightened security presence are to be expected at all protests and marches.  

Advice

Individuals in Colombia are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized traffic disruptions and a heightened security presence near demonstration sites, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.