A landmark decision Wednesday by the Mexican Supreme Court is part of push in Latin America to expand abortion access. But as seen by the U.S. overturning Roe v. Wade last year, the issue is moving in different directions around the world.
In February, Colombia introduced one of the most liberal abortion laws in the world after activists took to the courts - but now their challenge lies in
The Constitutional Court issued the ruling in February of this year. It's part of a so-called "green wave" of liberalizing abortion rights in some Latin America countries. And it's led to protests.
As abortion gets harder and harder to access in the U.S., Latin America is moving in the opposite direction. In December 2020, Argentina legalized abortion up to 14 weeks and became the largest nation south of the U.S. to do so. Mexico and Colombia s courts did the same shortly after. The feminist movement responsible in part for this change is known as "the green wave" and has gained traction in a region where the Catholic Church has significant influence over politics and social beliefs. Now, activists have their sights set on Chile and Brazil.However, the latest news of the leaked draft opinion on Roe v. Wade is concerning for Colombians. The U.S. Supreme Court s potential decision could sway the South American country s own courts which legalized abortion up to 24 weeks in February.We speak with experts on Latin America about the lessons the U.S. can take away from these movements and what overturning Roe v. Wade could mean for global abortion rights.Want to support 1A? G
The Constitutional Court issued the ruling in February of this year. It s part of a so-called "green wave" of liberalizing abortion rights in some Latin America countries. And it s led to protests.