Since 2021, the Sijsihuat Mejmetzaly Observatory has documented experiences of violence among Indigenous women in El Salvador, revealing over half have faced abuse.
Omelina Mendez emphasizes the importance of the observatory as a tool for empowerment, stating it helps make gender violence visible in her community.
Many women remain silent about their experiences with abuse due to fear of scandal, as noted by leader Omelina Mendez, reflecting the cultural stigma.
The observatory, supported by UN Women, was established to change the narrative on gender-based violence and empower Indigenous women through data collection.
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