Divided society in Bolivia

The fresh elections in autumn 2020 restored a democratically elected government to Bolivia. The ruling party MAS (Movimiento al Socialismo) faces significant challenges – it must facilitate democratic and non-violent development in a context of strongly polarised politics, while at the same time reducing the high level of social inequality in the country. Solidar Suisse has also been championing this form of development in Bolivia over many years of engagement. In recent years we have made an important contribution to reinforcing democratic structures at the community level.

Poverty reduced - inequality persists 

Since Evo Morales was elected as Bolivia’s first democratically elected indigenous president in 2006, there has been significant progress in integrating the indigenous population. Yet racism remains widespread.

Prevention campaign in Bolivia in which people are symbolically vaccinated against violence. Prevention campaign in Bolivia in which people are symbolically vaccinated against violence.

Bolivians are symbolically vaccinated against violence. © Solidar Suisse

For fair work and against violence

In Bolivia, Solidar Suisse is championing democratic values and participation. We create access to fair work with a particular focus on young people and we combat violence against women.

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