35.7% of Victims of Mass Displacement in Colombia Belong to Ethnic Groups
Between 2017 and the current year, 2026, an average of 35.73% of the victims of mass forced displacement in Colombia have been members of ethnic groups. Territorial pressures resulting from the presence and activities of armed groups and illicit economies cause these displacements, as well as confinement, restrictions on mobility, and risks to the autonomy […]
An analysis of mass forced displacement in Colombia reveals that 35.73% of victims belong to ethnic groups, according to data from the Ombudsman's Office. From 2017 to 2026, 1,002 mass displacement events affected a total of 394,839 people, with the majority of these individuals being members of ethnic communities. This proportion is compounded by territorial pressures from armed groups, illicit economies, and confinement measures, all of which pose significant risks to the autonomy of indigenous and Afro-Colombian peoples.
The report highlights the need for better recognition of ethnic and cultural diversity to protect the human rights of these communities. Cauca, Norte de Santander, Antioquia, Narino, and Magdalena have the highest numbers of people affected by forced displacement. In terms of confinement, Choco, Cauca, Putumayo, Caqueta, and Bolivar have the most cases.
The Ombudsman's Office also documented 63 confinement events in the same period, restricting the mobility of 80,369 people. The report underscores the need for improved recognition of ethnic and cultural diversity in Colombia.
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