Colombia: Bill 242/2022C. Through which the comprehensive work and rights of women and individuals searching for victims of forced disappearance are recognized and protected.

Colombia, Americas

Its purpose is the comprehensive protection and recognition of the work as peacebuilders and rights advocates for women and individuals searching for victims of forced disappearance, in accordance with Article 165 of Law 599 of 2000, as subjects of special legal protection.

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[Congreso de la República. Camara de Representantes.]

Colombia

Americas

2023

Law or decree or similar (incl. proposals)

National authorities and institutions

Under discussion

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