Maria Fernanda Arocha is the Central America Research Manager at ACLED and has been with the organization since October 2018. She currently leads the Central American desk, managing the coding team, supporting the review of data quality, and assisting in data analysis. María Fernanda holds a Master’s degree in Peace, Conflict, and Development from the University of Bradford and a B.A. in Political Science from Javeriana University. Her research interests are related to organized crime dynamics, security policies, and their impacts on development conditions in Latin America.
The rift in the Sinaloa Cartel has resulted in a realignment of criminal groups and openings for new conflicts in contested territories that will affect Mexico's criminal dynamics.
Overview of protests and violence trends across countries in Latin America in March 2025.
Reports discuss protests in Argentina and crime-related violence reports in Colombia, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, and Mexico.
ELN offensive in Colombia, electoral violence in Ecuador, gang clashes and unrest in Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, and Venezuela.
The page discusses incidents of political violence and security challenges in various countries.
Reports on political tensions, demonstrations, and violence across Latin America.
An overview of recent socio-political developments and protests in Latin America.
Navigate regional political developments including protests, violence, and rising tensions across Latin America.
Watch the recorded webinar examining how the fallout of the Sinaloa Cartel dispute has set off a broader realignment of criminal groups in Mexico and opened up opportunities for new conflicts in contested territories.
