Programa, Córdoba, Montería 16

Abstract

In this section of Voces y Regiones, the discussion focuses on the role of the Association of Black Communities of San Antero in the department of Córdoba. This organization is composed of professionals and workers from the region who, through collective efforts, seek to strengthen their rights, cultural identity, and the overall development of their communities. One of the association’s core principles is education and training, promoting projects that provide its members with access to better opportunities for social and economic advancement. These initiatives aim to empower the community by fostering leadership and self-management in the defense and recognition of their ancestral territories. The development of Afro-descendant communities in Colombia has been closely linked to the struggle for the recognition of their territorial and cultural rights. In this context, organizations like the one in San Antero play a crucial role in preserving traditions, securing access to resources, and advocating for policies that ensure their active participation in the political, economic, and social spheres of the country.