Thousands marched nationwide for the ninth annual Ni Una Menos — Not One Less — march on Monday. Since President Javier Milei took office, programs aimed at tackling gender-based violence have been put on ice with deep budget cuts and mass layoffs. Three died of their injuries and the sole survivor, Sofía, has nowhere to go: Ni Una Menos has coordinated community funding to help cover the funeral costs and raise money for Sofía. For many, hate speech from high-profile politicians has heightened violence against the community since the new administration came to power. The first Ni Una Menos march was held on June 3, 2015, to raise awareness about gender-based violence after the brutal femicide of 14-year-old Chiara Páez, who was pregnant when she was beaten to death by her boyfriend Manuel Mansilla (16).

Source: Bueno Aires Herald June 04, 2024 12:54 UTC