March Salon: “David v. Goliath: Stories of Success, Grief and Hope Surrounding Gold Mining in Guatemala”

Alejandro Alfaro, a Guatemalan and former employee of COPAE (the San Marcos’ Catholic Diocese’ Pastoral Commission of Peace and Ecology) will share his experiences working with the communities in Guatemala’s Western Highlands who are opposing the chemical mining taking place in their territories. The story of their lives is a story of success, grief, and … Continue reading March Salon: “David v. Goliath: Stories of Success, Grief and Hope Surrounding Gold Mining in Guatemala”

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Go to Guatemala with DJPC!

Denver Justice & Peace Committee Mining Delegation to Guatemala In Guatemala, hundreds of mining concessions have been granted to transnational gold, silver, nickel, and zinc companies, threatening the social and environmental health of rural populations. Delegation participants will visit the municipalities of Sipakapa and San Miguel Ixtahuacan in the department of San Marcos as well … Continue reading Go to Guatemala with DJPC!

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November Salon- Mining

Join us Thursday, November 18th (7:00-9:00 PM) to watch a PBS frontline clip called Peru: The Curse of Inca Gold. The film clip will be followed by a discussion with Roberto Forns-Broggi on Latin American mining issues. Location: DJPC’s new office- Highlands United Methodist Church 3131 Osceola St. Denver, CO 80212 Free parking in lot … Continue reading November Salon- Mining

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