Rafaela Maia Carvalho is a Senior Research Assistant for the South America and East Asia Pacific desks at ACLED and has been with the organization since September 2023. She is currently responsible for coding events of political violence and demonstrations in Brazil and East Timor, while also providing weekly analysis for the team. Rafaela holds a Master's degree in Ineternational Relations from Pontifícia Universidade Católica of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Universidade Federal Fluminense. Her research expertise spans international politics, peace and conflict, and human rights, with a particular focus on Brazilian Indigenous Peoples.
An operation against the CV gang killed at least 121 people in Rio de Janeiro, gangs expanded across multiple areas in Artibonite, Haiti, and US strikes on vessels in the Pacific fueled diplomatic tensions.
Brazilians protested amid Bolsonaro’s sentencing, Argentines protested Milei’s policies and corruption, and the Viv Ansanm alliance expanded its operations in Haiti.
The page discusses incidents of political violence and security challenges in various countries.
Navigate regional political developments including protests, violence, and rising tensions across Latin America.
Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, Haiti, and more regions face ongoing conflicts, political tensions, and human rights concerns.
