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Dear Friend,
We're writing with some important news out of Colombia. As the Colombian government prepares to resume its herbicide aerial spraying program—used to eradicate the crops from which cocaine and other illicit drugs are produced—the reproductive health of its people is at risk.
Our new research report, published in partnership with Colombia-based Universidad del Valle, shows that glyphosate, the herbicide used in the program, causes harmful effects on fertility. This dangerous chemical has also been linked to miscarriages and other problems with pregnancy. Using the findings from this study, we are calling upon the government to protect the health of all Colombians and stop the glyphosate program from moving forward.
Last week, we launched a digital campaign to educate the public about this issue on social media and video. Joined by dozens of Colombian partners, influencers, and celebrities, we urged Colombia to protect its citizens and avoid causing any harm that affects the health, life, and reproductive autonomy of all people in the country.
Next, we plan to present this research to the Truth Commission of Colombia, an organization established to investigate human rights violations from Colombia’s decades-long armed conflict.
With your continued support, we will fight to protect the reproductive health and rights of people in Colombia and all people around the globe.
Sincerely,
Catalina Martínez Coral
Regional Director, Latin America & the Caribbean
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