Between Activism and Academy: Lobby and Advocacy About Care in Latin America

Abstract

Abstract Care-focused activism is new in Latin America. Of course, feminisms have made historical demands about reproductive labor, but these had a secondary place in their agendas. Nevertheless, in the last ten years, specific care-focused stakeholders have appeared. This article analyzes civil-society-born networks that advocate for care policies. The bibliography used is that on feminist movements in the region and their agendas, focusing on their mention of care. The techniques used are documentary collection and interviews with key informants. The analysis covers Bolivia, Colombia, Cuba, El Salvador, México, and Uruguay. It follows these networks’ trajectories, identifying their functioning tools and achievements. Based on the findings, it is argued that these networks have a clear academic component which is key in their profiles and their public policies production.