On this episode, we speak with Lydia Crafts about US history of human experimentation’s in Guatemala in the 40’s. She discusses how US doctors infected people with STI’s, the manipulation of patient consent, and how this history still affects Guatemala’s health care system today. You can find her article on nacla.org/
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Sept 16th 2016: Women in Mexican Prison System
An Amnesty International report revealed institutional sexual abuses and torture against women in Mexico’s prison system, freelance journalist Nidia Bautista discusses in further detail the findings in this investigation. You can follow other stories from Nidia Bautista at ellaestaporembarcar.com/
August 26th 2016: LGBTQ Victory In Belize
Our long-neglected neighbors in Belize achieved a major court victory this month as the Belize courts overturned a colonial-era anti-gay law called Section 53. Caleb Orozco, the founder and executive director of United Belize Advocacy Movement (UNIBAM) talks to us about this proud moment in his countries history. Learn more at unibam.org/