Madres de Plaza de Mayo

The Madres de Plaza de Mayo is a group of Argentine mothers whose children disappeared during the military dictatorship from 1976 to 1983. Seeking justice and answers, they began gathering in Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires, wearing white headscarves symbolizing their lost children. Their peaceful protests highlighted human rights abuses in Argentina and raised global awareness about state-sponsored violence. Over the years, they have been influential in advocating for justice, truth, and the memory of the victims of the "Dirty War," making them important figures in the fight for human rights in Latin America.