Zapatista Movement

The Zapatista Movement emerged in Mexico in 1994, led by the Zapatista Army of National Liberation (EZLN), which primarily represents indigenous communities in Chiapas. The movement advocates for indigenous rights, land reform, and social justice, highlighting issues like poverty and inequality. It gained global attention with the uprising on January 1, coinciding with the implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The Zapatistas call for grassroots democracy and have created autonomous communities that emphasize self-governance and sustainable development, challenging traditional political systems and inspiring other movements worldwide.