By MADRE | MADRE
For the dream of peace to be realized, those who were raped in the decades-long war in Colombia need healing, justice and an end to the stigma that mars their lives. Women struggle for their needs to be addressed in peace negotiations and to be recognized as leaders in creating lasting peace. With our partner Taller de Vida, we empower young women and girls through art therapy workshops and creative performances. Through music, dance, theater and more, they break through silence and stigma. Young survivors come to know that they are not alone, and they gain the confidence to speak out against the abuses they’ve experienced. In these three photos, you can see young women and children participating in dance therapy workshops on their way to healing and imagining a peaceful future.
Photo Credit: First photo, Maureen Drennan; Second and Third Photos, MADRE
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