Oaxaca Commune

The Oaxaca Commune was a social movement and local resistance in Oaxaca, Mexico, during the late 20th century, primarily in the 1990s. It emerged from indigenous communities and farmers demanding greater autonomy, land rights, and social justice. The movement challenged government authority by establishing self-governing practices and rejecting neoliberal economic policies. While not a formal government entity, the Oaxaca Commune symbolized grassroots efforts to achieve local control, preserve cultural identities, and address economic inequalities. It reflects broader struggles for indigenous rights and community empowerment within Mexico's political landscape.