As the war waged by the Israeli occupation on the Gaza Strip enters its 106 days, La Via Campesina stands in solidarity with the people of Gaza, who are enduring an unimaginable humanitarian crisis. This war of annihilation has resulted in over 25,000 casualties, more than 62,000 injured, and over 8,000 missing – a staggering 4% of Gaza’s population. Further compounding this dire situation is the blockade at the Rafah crossing.
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Rejection of free trade agreements and the demand for a decent income at the heart of farmers’ mobilizations in Europe
In Germany, France, Poland, Romania, Belgium and beyond, we are seeing increasing numbers of farmers taking to the streets. Low incomes and a lack of future prospects for the vast majority of farmers is at the root of this discontent, which is largely linked to the neo-liberal policies the European Union has pursued for decades.
France & Farmers’ Protest: Confédération Paysanne calls for national mobilization
The National Committee of the Confédération Paysanne, has expressed its full solidarity with the movements of farmers in France. The observation is shared: the expressed anger is legitimate, given the profound issue of peasant labor remuneration. The Confédération Paysanne has decided to call on all departmental structures to express their solidarity with the movement.
Direct Action: A riveting theatrical journey chronicles the life and legacy of late peasant leader MD Nanjudaswamy
Dr. Nataraj Huliyar’s play, “Direct Action,” based on the life and struggles of the late Prof. M.D. Nanjundaswamy (MDN), a historical leader in La Via Campesina, founder of the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS), and legendary organizer of peasants in India, has resonated with farmers across his home state of Karnataka.
Europe: “Parliament and Council must suspend consideration of the proposed new GMO deregulation”, ECVC
While the Member States of the European Union may wish to ban the patentability of GMOs obtained using NTGs, the ability to call into question the European Patent Convention or the rules for its application lies beyond the European Union, as this is defined by the European Patent Office, to which non-EU countries belong.
The 8th International Conference in videos: watch our audiovisual memory
Relive the main moments, debates, and mysticism that took place during our 8th International Conference, held from December 1st to 8th in Bogota, Colombia. As global peasants, we renew our commitment to the struggles for Food Sovereignty, peasant rights, Integral Agrarian Reform, Peasant Agroecology, Peasant Feminism, Diversity, Climate Justice, Peace and Social justice for our peoples.
Peasants at the frontline of the climate struggle share testimonies
The 8th International Conference of La Via Campesina, held in Bogotá, Colombia, in December, provided a space for its members – small-holder farmers from more than 80 countries – to highlight the ongoing crises in their territories. These testimonies of peasants worldwide revealed a shared struggle against the escalating climate crisis. Across South America, Asia, and Africa, a collective plea for global action resonated, urging sustainable alternatives like agroecology.
Peasant Voices: Complete Podcast Series from the 8th International Conference of La Via Campesina | #8ConfLVC
Discover our collection of podcasts featuring peasant voices expressing the aspirations, demands and proposals of a diverse range of peasant and indigenous communities around the world. We explore peasant agroecology, peasant rights, peasant and popular feminism, unity in diversity, solidarity, cooperation and other components of food sovereignty to secure a future for humanity.
South African peasant activists unveil land inequality struggles on global stage in Colombia
Two South African activists recently attended a conference in Bogotá where they pledged to broaden the participation of individuals, especially women, in the fight for food sovereignty. They denounced the land inequality and the outsized influence of South Africa’s commercial sector on food product pricing, thrusting these critical issues onto the global stage.
Theodora Pius: “They Want Monoculture, We Want Justice and Democratizing Food Systems”
Theodora Pius, a member of MVIWATA and Word March of Women Tanzania talks about peasants struggles in the Tanzania. She also shares the solutions proposed by the peasantry in the country and the meaning of building grassroots peasant feminism. This year of 2023 MVIWATA is celebrating its 30 years anniversary.