Historical Memory Centre Gets a Peace Accord Critic
Dmar Córdoba Salamanca will run Colombia's Historical Memory Centre. He is a critic of the 2016 peace accord, and the appointment has raised fears of revisionism. The post Historical Memory Centre Gets a Peace Accord Critic appeared first on The Rio Times .
Dmar Córdoba Salamanca, a journalist and lawyer, has been appointed as the new director of Colombia's Historical Memory Centre. He came into the role on August 21st, 2026. Córdoba Salamanca is known for his criticism of Colombia's 2016 peace accord. His appointment has raised concerns about the center's mission to preserve and validate victims' stories and rights.
Colombian media describe him as questioning whether Colombia had an armed conflict, which is crucial for victims' rights, reparations, and the peace accord. The center compiles testimony and records of human rights violations and supports memorialization. Its work is vital for victims seeking recognition and reparations. Critics argue that Córdoba Salamanca's views could undermine trust in the center and influence the legal framework that protects victims.
He replaces María Valencia Gaitán, who was director during Gustavo Petro's government. Her tenure focused on documenting the conflict. The appointment of Córdoba Salamanca signals a shift in approach, but it remains to be seen how this will affect the center's work.
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