"The Situation of Afro-descendant Women in Latin America" examines the correlation between race and poverty across the Americas with particular focus on the experiences of Latin American women. This UNIFEM-produced documentary features interviews with experts and activists from Brazil, Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia, all of whom highlight discrimination against women of color throughout the region. Part of 4-DVD collection, "Coletânea Gênero, Raça e Etnia."
Type: DocumentaryLength: 15 minutes
Year: 2010
Audio Language: Spanish, Portuguese
Subtitles: None
Themes: Costa Rica, Economics/Development, Gender/Sexuality, Social Issues, Women's Studies
Director(s): Moya R., Rodrigo